Allied International AT-8724XL manual Configuring the Switch, Using the CLI to configure a switch

Quick Install Guide 7

Figure 2: DC Power inlet terminals on an AT-8724XL.

FOR CENTRALIZED DC

POWER CONNECTION,

INSTALL ONLY IN A

RESTRICTED AREA

DC INPUT 38-75VDC , 2A

DC Power inlet

The Fault LED should flash for approximately 10 seconds as the switch runs internal tests. If the LED continues to flash or remains lit, refer to the AT-8700XL Series Hardware Reference for troubleshooting information.

10.Check that the Power LED on the switch’s front panel lights green

If the LED fails to light, refer to the AT-8700XL Series Hardware Reference for troubleshooting information.

11.Connect the Redundant Power Supply (Optional)

AC models of AT-8700XL Series switches have a Redundant Power Supply (RPS) connector on their rear panel.

The switch is designed to operate with the AT-RPS8000 RPS, which can be purchased separately. Contact your authorised Allied Telesyn distributer or reseller for more information.

12.Connect the data cables

Make sure each cable connection is secure. The switch will now perform basic Layer 2 switching functions.

Configuring the Switch

Some configuration is necessary if you wish to enable the switch’s advanced switching capabilities. The switch can be configured via the Command Line Interface (CLI) or Graphical User Interface (GUI).

Using the CLI to configure a switch

1.Connect a terminal or PC to the Terminal Port (ASYN0)

Using the supplied RS-232 DB9 straight-through cable, connect your terminal or PC to the RS-232 Terminal Port on the switch’s front panel.

2.Set the communication parameters

Set the communication parameters on your terminal or terminal emulation program to:

•Baud rate: 9600

•Data bits: 8

•Parity: None

•Stop bits: 1

•Flow control: Hardware

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