Linksys SLM224G4S Appendix E, Warranty Information, Limited Warranty, Exclusions and Limitations

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Appendix E

Appendix E: Warranty Information

Limited Warranty

Linksys warrants this Linksys hardware product against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for the Warranty Period, which begins on the date of purchase by the original end-user purchaser and lasts for the period specified for this product at www.linksys.com/warranty. The internet URL address and the web pages referred to herein may be updated by Linksys from time to time; the version in effect at the date of purchase shall apply.

This limited warranty is non-transferable and extends only to the original end-user purchaser. Your exclusive remedy and Linksys’ entire liability under this limited warranty will be for Linksys, at its option, to (a) repair the product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace the product with a reasonably available equivalent new or refurbished Linksys product, or (c) refund the purchase price of the product less any rebates. Any repaired or replacement products will be warranted for the remainder of the original Warranty Period or thirty (30) days, whichever is longer. All products and parts that are replaced become the property of Linksys.

Exclusions and Limitations

This limited warranty does not apply if: (a) the product assembly seal has been removed or damaged, (b) the product has been altered or modified, except by Linksys, (c) the product damage was caused by use with non‑Linksys products, (d) the product has not been installed, operated, repaired, or maintained in accordance with instructions supplied by Linksys, (e) the product has been subjected to abnormal physical or electrical stress, misuse, negligence, or accident, (f) the serial number on the Product has been altered, defaced, or removed, or (g) the product is supplied or licensed for beta, evaluation, testing or demonstration purposes for which Linksys does not charge a purchase price or license fee.

ALL SOFTWARE PROVIDED BY LINKSYS WITH THE PRODUCT, WHETHER FACTORY LOADED ON THE PRODUCT OR CONTAINED ON MEDIA ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT, IS PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. Without limiting the foregoing, Linksys does not warrant that the operation of the product or software will be uninterrupted or error free. Also, due to the continual development of new techniques for intruding upon and attacking networks, Linksys does not warrant that the product, software or any equipment, system or network on which the product or software is used will be

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free of vulnerability to intrusion or attack. The product may include or be bundled with third party software or service offerings. This limited warranty shall not apply to such third party software or service offerings. This limited warranty does not guarantee any continued availability of a third party’s service for which this product’s use or operation may require.

TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD. ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONDITIONS, REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, ARE DISCLAIMED. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary by jurisdiction.

TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL LINKSYS BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOST DATA, REVENUE OR PROFIT, OR FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT (INCLUDING ANY SOFTWARE), EVEN IF LINKSYS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT WILL LINKSYS’ LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT. The foregoing limitations will apply even if any warranty or remedy provided under this limited warranty fails of its essential purpose. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

Obtaining Warranty Service

If you have a question about your product or experience a problem with it, please go to www.linksys.com/support where you will find a variety of online support tools and information to assist you with your product. If the product proves defective during the Warranty Period, contact the Value Added Reseller (VAR) from whom you purchased the product or Linksys Technical Support for instructions on how to obtain warranty service. The telephone number for Linksys Technical Support in your area can be found in the product User Guide and at www.linksys.com. Have your product serial number and proof of purchase on hand when calling. A DATED PROOF OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE IS REQUIRED TO PROCESS WARRANTY CLAIMS. If you are requested to return your product, you will be given a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. You are responsible for properly packaging and shipping your

24/48-Port 10/100 + 4-Port Gigabit Resilient Clustering Smart Switch with 2 Combo SFPs

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Contents Port or 48-Port 10/100 + Icon Descriptions About This GuideAbout This Guide Online ResourcesTable of Contents Snmp Appendix C Glossary Appendix B About Switch StackingGigabit Ethernet Fiber Optic Cabling Appendix D Specifications Appendix G Contact InformationChapter IntroductionFront Panel Chapter Product OverviewProduct Overview Back PanelSLM248G4S Pre-Installation Considerations Chapter InstallationInstallation Placement OptionsDesktop Placement Hardware InstallationRack-Mount Placement Uplinking the Switch Configuring Stacking ModeConnect port G1 on Unit 2 to port G2 on Unit Replacing a Stacked SwitchConnect port G1 on Unit 3 to port G2 on Unit Using telnet Chapter Configuration Using Console InterfaceUsing the HyperTerminal Application Login screen appears. Proceed to the Login section belowSwitch Main Menu How to Use the Console InterfaceLogin System Configuration MenuUser & Password Settings Management SettingsSystem Information Security Settings IP ConfigurationNetwork Configuration File ManagementReboot System Restore System Default SettingsStack Configuration Port Status Port ConfigurationSystem Mode HelpSetup Summary Chapter Configuration Using Web-based UtilitySetup Device InformationDefault Gateway The IP address default 0.0.0.0 Setup ZoomSetup Network Settings DNS Server The IP address of your ISP’s server thatLocal Time Setup TimeIdentification Daylight SavingPort Management Setup Stack ManagementPort Management Port Settings Sntp ServersPort Configuration LAG Configuration Port Management Link AggregationGlobal Parameter Lacp screen contains fields for configuring Lacp LAGsPort Management Lacp Port PriorityVlan Management Create Vlan Vlan Management Port SettingsVlan Management Lacp Port TableVlan Management Vlan to Port Vlan Management Port to VlanJoin Vlan to Port Statistics Statistics Rmon StatisticsLog Table Statistics Rmon HistoryRmon History Rmon History TableStatistics Rmon Alarms Add AlarmStatistics Rmon Events Statistics Port UtilizationStatistics Interface Statistics Interface Security 802.1x SettingsSecurity Ethernet-likeSetting Timer Security Port SecuritySecurity Management Access List Web IP FilteringSecurity Radius Security Storm ControlBroadcast Only Counts only Broadcast traffic CoS Default QoS CoS SettingsCoS Settings CoS Settings screen is used to enable or disable CoSQoS Dscp Settings QoS Queue SettingsQoS Bandwidth Spanning Tree QoS Basic ModeSpanning Tree STP Status Bridge Settings Spanning Tree STP Port SettingsGlobal Setting Spanning Tree Global STPMulticast Igmp Snooping Vlan Igmp SettingsMulticast Igmp GlobalMulticast Bridge Multicast Multicast Bridge Multicast Forward AllSnmp Global Parameters Snmp ViewsSnmp Group Membership Snmp Group ProfileUser Name Provides a user-defined local user list Snmp Communities Base Table Snmp Notification FilterSnmp Notification Recipient Advanced TableUser Authentication AdminAdmin User Authentication Local User EditSecure The entry is defined for locked ports Admin Static AddressAdmin Dynamic Address Clear Table If selected, this clears the MAC Address tableAdmin Cable Test Admin Port MirroringQuery Admin Save Configuration Admin Reboot Admin Firmware UpgradeAdmin Factory Default Admin Server Logs Admin LoggingAdmin Memory Logs Admin Flash Logs LogoutGigabit Ethernet Appendix aAppendix a About Gigabit Ethernet Fiber Optic Cabling Fiber Optic CablingAppendix B Appendix B About Switch StackingAbout Switch Stacking Stack Building Quick StartUnit IDs Advanced StackingStack Resiliency Unit ID AllocationMaster Discovery Stack Units Startup ProcessMaster Election Stacking Examples Unit and Port ConfigurationUser Controls Replacing a Failed Stack Member in a Running StackStack Master Failure and Replacement Subgroup Contains Both Master Unit and Backup Master Unit Splitting a StackMerging Two Stacks Both Stacks Kept Running During InsertionStacking Cable Failure Inserting Too Many UnitsAppendix C Glossary Appendix CGlossary Glossary Packet a unit of data sent over a network Mail protocol on the InternetAppendix C Specifications Appendix D SpecificationsAppendix D Supports up to 9K byte frames DimensionsHOL Blocking Head of line blocking prevention 802.3 10BASE-T EthernetObtaining Warranty Service Warranty InformationLimited Warranty Appendix EWarranty Information Technical SupportAppendix F Regulatory InformationRegulatory Information Appendix F Norsk Norwegian Miljøinformasjon for kunder i EU Appendix F Appendix G Contact Information

SLM224G4S specifications

The Linksys SLM224G4S is a sophisticated Layer 2 managed switch designed for businesses and institutions that demand high performance, reliability, and advanced networking features. This model stands out due to its blend of robustness and manageability, making it ideal for expanding networks.

One of the primary features of the SLM224G4S is its 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports, allowing for high-speed data transfers essential for bandwidth-intensive applications. Supporting auto-negotiation, these ports can detect the capabilities of connected devices and configure themselves accordingly, ensuring optimal performance without manual intervention. With four additional shared Gigabit SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable) ports, this switch provides flexibility in network design and enhances scalability.

The SLM224G4S supports VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) capabilities, which can segment network traffic to improve security and performance. This is particularly useful in environments where different departments or teams require distinct network segments for operational efficiency. By implementing VLANs, organizations can enhance their network management while isolating sensitive information from potential threats.

Quality of Service (QoS) is another critical technology integrated into the SLM224G4S. It prioritizes network traffic, ensuring that critical applications receive the bandwidth they need for optimal performance. This is particularly important for VoIP and video conferencing applications, where latency and jitter can significantly impact user experience.

The switch also features advanced Layer 2 management functionalities, including SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), allowing IT administrators to monitor network performance and quickly troubleshoot issues. The embedded web-based management interface makes configuration straightforward, enabling quick adjustments to settings without deep networking knowledge.

Security is a paramount consideration in today’s networking landscape. The SLM224G4S provides robust security features, including port security that limits the number of MAC addresses allowed on a port, reducing the risk of unauthorized access. Moreover, it supports802.1X port-based authentication, ensuring that only authenticated devices can connect to the network.

In summary, the Linksys SLM224G4S managed switch boasts features such as 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports, VLAN support, QoS, SNMP management, and advanced security protocols. These characteristics make it an excellent choice for businesses looking to enhance their network's performance, safety, and reliability, paving the way for seamless connectivity in today’s digital age.
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