2E48-27R/2E49-27R User’s Guide 1-1

CHAPTER 1INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the

2E48-27R/2E49-27R SmartSwitch 2200 User’s Guide

.

This guide describes the 2E48-27R and 2E49-27R SmartSwitch 2200
devices and provides information concerning network requirements,
installation, troubleshooting, and the use of Local Management.

1.1 USING THIS GUIDE

Read through this guide completely to understand the 2E48-27R and
2E49-27R features, capabilities, and Local Management functions. A
general working knowledge of Ethernet and IEEE 802.3 type data
communications networks and their physical layer components is helpful
when using this device.

1.2 STRUCTURE OF THIS GUIDE

This guide is organized as follows:
Chapter 1,

Introduction

, outlines the contents of this manual and briefly
describes the 2E4X-27R features. Directions about how to obtain
additional help and a list of related manuals are also included.
Chapter 2,

Network Requirements

, explains the network requirements
to consider before installing the 2E4X-27R.
Chapter 3,

Installation

, provides instructions on how to install the
2E4X-27R and connect segments to the device.
Chapter 4,

Troubleshooting

, describes the function of the LANVIEW
LEDs, which can help to quickly diagnose network/operational problems.
Chapter 5,

Local Management

, describes how to access Local
Management and use the Local Management screens to manage the
2E4X-27R.
NOTE

Unless noted differently, the information in this guide applies to
both of the SmartSwitch 2200 devices, which are referred to as
either “2E4X-27R” or “device.”