Enterasys Networks manual Overview, A2H124-24P and A2H124-48P

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Overview

Overview

The A2H124‐24P and A2H124‐48P are stackable Fast Ethernet switches, which can be adapted and scaled to help meet your network needs. These switches provide a management platform and uplink to a network backbone for a stacked group of up to eight A2 switches. The two built‐in Small Form Pluggable (SFP) interface slots provide you with the option of installing Mini‐GBICs for 1000BASE‐SX/LX/ELX fiber‐optic connections and 1000BASE‐T copper connections.

The switches also support the use of a redundant DC power supply to help prevent downtime due to an internal power supply failure in the switch or AC power source.

You can install the SecureStack A2 on a flat surface or into a standard 19‐inch rack with user‐supplied mounting hardware, and configure the SecureStack A2 functions using the WebView™ application, CLI switching commands, and/or SNMP.

A2H124-24P and A2H124-48P

The A2H124‐24P (Figure 1‐1) and A2H124‐48P (Figure 1‐2) have several types of front panel port connections, which include:

RJ45 ports (10/100 Mbps, 100BASE‐T copper ports), 24 on the A2H124‐24P and 48 on the A2H124‐48P.

SFP slots labeled port 27 and 28 on the A2H124‐24P and 51 and 52 on the A2H124‐48P that provide you with the option of installing Small Form Pluggable (SFP) Mini‐GBICs for 1000BASE‐SX/LX/ELX fiber‐optic connections and 1000BASE‐T copper connections.

1000BASE‐T RJ45 stack connectors which can be used in a stack configuration as well as standard switch ports when configured as a stand alone switch.

Rear panel Redundant Power Supply connector used to connect to a SecureStack C2RPS‐POE power supply system using the appropriate cable (C2RPS‐POE cable).

Caution: The A2H124-24P and A2H124-48P are PoE-compliant devices. Do not connect a SecureStack C2 Redundant Power System (C2RPS-SYS) to the power connector. Otherwise, damage to the device may result.

Precaución: Los dispositivos A2H124-24P y A2H124-48P cumplen con el estándar PoE (power over ethernet). No conecte una fuente de poder redundante (RPS) SecureStack C2 (C2RPS-SYS) al cable de corriente. De lo contrario, el dispositivo puede dañarse.

The 10/100 Mbps fixed front panel ports can operate in either half‐duplex or full‐duplex mode, as determined by Auto‐Negotiation.

1-2 Introduction

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Contents SecureStack A2 Page Page Regulatory Compliance Information Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Page Vcci Notice Declaration of Conformity Enterasys NETWORKS, INC Firmware License Agreement Viii Page Page Contents Troubleshooting Figures MGBIC-08 About This Guide Who Should Use This GuideHow to Use This Guide Related DocumentsConventions Used in This Guide Following conventions are used in this guideConventions Used in This Guide Xviii About This Guide Introduction Overview A2H124-24P and A2H124-48PA2H124-24P Stackable Switch BackRedundant Power Supply Capability PoE Power over Ethernet SupportStack Connections Connectivity Power Device Classifications UsageDescription of Mini-GBICs Management Switch Configuration Using WebViewSwitch Configuration Using CLI Commands Standards CompatibilityLanview Diagnostic LEDs Getting HelpGetting Help Introduction Network Requirements 10BASE-T Network1000BASE-FX Network 100BASE-TX Network1000BASE-T Network Hardware Installation Contents of Switch Carton Considerations Prior to InstallationUnpacking the Switch Required ToolsInstalling the Switch on a Flat Surface Installing the Rubber FeetChassis Bottom, Rubber Feet Placement Guidelines for Flat Surface Installation Area Guidelines for Switch Installation on Flat SurfaceGuidelines for Rackmount Installation Rack Mounting the SwitchAttaching Brackets and Installing in Rack Connecting Stacking Cables Fastening the Switch to the RackStacking Cable Connections Configuring Switches in a Stack About SecureStack A2 Switch Operation in a StackRecommended Procedures for New and Existing Stacks Installing a New Stackable System of Up to Eight SwitchesImportant Considerations About Using Clear Config in a Stack Connecting AC and PoE Power AC PowerC2RPS-PoE Redundant Power System Accessing the RPS connectorConnecting to Console Port for Local Management Stack Initialization OverviewWhat Is Needed DB9 Male Console Port Pinout AssignmentsConnecting to an IBM or Compatible Device Connecting an IBM PC or CompatibleConnecting to a VT Series Terminal 10 Connecting a VT Series TerminalConnecting to a Modem 11 Connecting to a ModemConnecting to the Network Connecting UTP Cables12 Connecting a UTP Cable Segment to RJ45 Port 13 Four-Wire Crossover Cable RJ45 Pinouts for 10/100BASE-TX Installing Optional Mini-GBICs Preparation 17 Mini-GBIC with RJ45 Connector 18 Mini-GBIC with MT-RJ Connector 19 Mini-GBIC with LC Connector Removing the Mini-GBICConnecting Fiber-Optic Cables to MT-RJ Ports Installing Optional Mini-GBICs A2H124-24P Connecting Fiber-Optic Cables to LC Ports 21 Cable Connection to LC Fiber-Optic Connectors Completing the Installation Initial Logon to Switch ManagementTroubleshooting Using Lanview Lanview LEDs of A2H124-24PLanview LEDs Color State Recommended ActionDown RPS LED Troubleshooting Checklist Configuration Guide for proper setupConfiguration Guide for the IP address Using the Reset Password Switch Reset Password SwitchUsing the Reset Password Switch Troubleshooting Switch Specifications Table A-1 A2H124-24P Switch SpecificationsPhysical EnvironmentalTable A-2 A2H124-48P Switch Specifications MGBIC-LC01/MGBIC-MT01 Specifications 1000BASE-SX Mini-GBIC Input/Output SpecificationsGigabit Ethernet Specifications Table A-3 Mini-GBIC Input/Output Port SpecificationsMGBIC-LC03 Specifications 1000BASE-SX Table A-10 MGBIC-08 Optical Specifications 10 µm SMF MGBIC-LC09 Specifications 1000BASE-LXMGBIC-08 Specifications 1000BASE-ELX Table A-11 MGBIC-08 Operating Range 1550 nmTable A-12 MGBIC-02 Specifications MGBIC-02 Specifications 1000BASE-TConsole Port Pinout Assignments Regulatory Compliance Table A-13 Compliance Standards Regulatory ComplianceIndex Pinout assignments console port A-7