Cisco Systems 300 quick start Connecting Network Devices, Power over Ethernet PoE Considerations

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WARNING Insecure mounting may damage the device or cause injury. Cisco is not responsible for damages incurred by insecure wall- mounting.

2 Connecting Network Devices

To connect the managed switch to the network:

STEP 1 Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port of a computer, printer, network storage, or other network device.

STEP 2 Connect the other end of the network Ethernet cable to one of the numbered managed switch Ethernet ports.

The LED of the port lights if the device connected is active. Refer to

Features of the Cisco Small Business Managed Switch, page 9 for details about the different ports and LEDs on each switch.

STEP 3 Repeat Step 1 and Step 2 for each device you want to connect to the managed switch.

NOTE Cisco strongly recommends using Cat5 or better cable for Gigabit connectivity. When you connect your network devices, do not exceed the maximum cabling distance of 100 meters (328 feet). It can take up to one minute for attached devices or the LAN to be operational after it is connected. This is normal behavior.

Power over Ethernet (PoE) Considerations

If your switch is one of the PoE models, consider the following:

As a PSE (Power Sourcing Equipment) device, the switch can deliver a maximum of 15.4 Watts per PoE port to a PD (Powered Device).

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300 Series Managed Switches

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Contents Quick Start Guide Mounting the Cisco Switch WelcomeRack-Mount Placement Wall MountingConnecting Network Devices Power over Ethernet PoE ConsiderationsBefore You Begin Configuring the Cisco Small Business Managed SwitchUse the Web-Based Interface Managed Switch Login Page displays Use the console port Next StepsPossible Causes and Resolutions Troubleshoot Your ConnectionFront Panel Ports No IP routeAdditional Front Panel Features Front Panel LEDsReturning the Device to the Factory Default Settings Back PanelWhere to Go From Here SupportSeries Managed Switches Series Managed Switches Series Managed Switches Americas Headquarters