16Installing the 3Com Unified Switch 24

Checking for

After you power-on the switch, it automatically performs a power-on

Correct Operation

self-test (POST). During the POST, the System LED on the front panel of

 

the switch flashes green.

 

When the POST is complete, the System LED turns green. If the System

 

LED turns amber after the POST, it means that POST failed. Table Table 2

 

summarizes the possible colors for the System LED after a POST.

 

Table 2 Possible System LED Colors After a POST

 

 

 

 

Color

State

 

 

 

 

Green

The unit is powered on and ready for use.

 

 

 

 

Amber

Power-on self-test or loopback test failed. This indicates that

 

 

there is a hardware malfunction.

 

 

 

 

Off

The unit is not receiving power:

 

 

■ Verify that the power cord is connected correctly, and

then try powering on switch again.

■ If the switch still does not operate, contact your 3Com network supplier

If POST fails, try the following:

■ Power off the Switch 24 and then power it on again by unplugging and then plugging in the power cord.

■ Check the System LED and determine if the POST was successfully completed.

■ Reset the switch to the factory defaults. See “Reset Button” on page 8.

CAUTION: Resetting the switch to its factory defaults erases all your settings. You will need to reconfigure the switch after you reset it.

If these do not resolve the issue:

■ Check the 3Com Knowledgebase for a solution. To visit the 3Com Knowledgebase Web site, start your Web browser, and then enter

http://knowledgebase.3Com.com

■ Contact your 3Com network supplier for assistance.

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3Com 3CRWE776075 quick start Checking for, Correct Operation, Switch flashes green, Color State
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3CRWE776075 specifications

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