Chapter 1 Product Overview

Front Panel Description

RPS LED

The RPS LED shows the RPS 2300 status. Table 1-4lists the LED colors and their meanings. (Only 24- and 48-port switches.)

Table 1-4

RPS LED

 

 

 

Color

 

RPS Status

 

 

 

Off

 

RPS is off or not properly connected.

 

 

 

Green

 

RPS is connected and ready to provide back-up power.

 

 

 

Blinking green

 

RPS is connected but is unavailable because it is providing power to another device

 

 

(redundancy has been allocated to a neighboring device).

 

 

 

Amber

 

The RPS is in standby mode or in a fault condition. See the RPS 2300

 

 

documentation for more information about the standby mode and fault conditions.

 

 

 

Blinking amber

 

The power supply in a switch has failed, and the RPS is providing power to that

 

 

switch (redundancy has been allocated to this device).

 

 

 

For more information about the RPS 2300, see the Cisco RPS 2300 Redundant Power System Hardware Installation Guide on Cisco.com at this location:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps7148/products_installation_guide_book09186a008075e608.ht ml

Master LED

The Master LED shows the stack master status. Table 1-5lists the LED colors and their meanings. (Only Catalyst 3750-E switches.)

Table 1-5

Master LED

Color

Off

Green

Amber

Description

Switch is not the stack master.

Switch is the stack master or a standalone switch.

An error occurred when the switch was selecting the stack master switch or another type of stack error occurred.

Power Supply LEDs

The Power Supply LEDs (PS1 and PS2) show the power supply status. Table 1-6lists the LED colors and their meanings. (Only Catalyst 3560E-12D and 3560E-12SD switches.)

Table 1-6 Power Supply LEDs

Color

Off

Green

Amber

Description

No input power.

Input power present.

Fault detected, or the on/off switch is set to off when the power supply is plugged in.

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Cisco Systems 3560-E, 3750-E manual Master LED, Power Supply LEDs, Color RPS Status

3750-E, 3560-E specifications

Cisco Systems RPS (Redundant Power System) 2300, along with the 3750-E and 3560-E series switches, represents a significant technological advancement in enterprise networking. These devices are designed to enhance network reliability, scalability, and efficiency, making them integral components in modern enterprise infrastructures.

The Cisco RPS 2300 is designed to provide redundant power to specified Cisco switches, ensuring continuous operation during power disruptions. This system can support up to six devices, enhancing power reliability and reducing downtime. The modularity of the RPS 2300 contributes to its flexibility, allowing enterprises to customize their power solutions to suit their networking needs. It features dual power input, which provides an additional layer of failover capability, ensuring that even in the event of a primary power failure, the backup power system can take over seamlessly.

On the other hand, the Cisco 3750-E series switches are enterprise-class devices that offer a rich feature set to support advanced network functions. These switches come with Cisco’s StackWise technology, enabling users to stack up to nine switches in a single logical unit. This increases port density and simplifies network management. The 3750-E also supports Power over Ethernet (PoE), allowing the delivery of power directly to devices like IP phones and access points through the networking cables. The switch is equipped with high-performance Layer 3 routing capabilities, providing enhanced IP routing options for enterprise networks.

The Cisco 3560-E series switches share many of the advanced features found in the 3750-E models but focus more on providing comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities in a compact design. The 3560-E series supports Cisco’s advanced security features, such as dynamic VLAN assignment and security group access control lists (ACLs). Additionally, these switches support IPv6, preparing enterprise networks for future growth and addressing requirements.

Both the 3750-E and 3560-E are equipped with energy-efficient technologies, including intelligent power management and support for Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE), helping organizations reduce their environmental footprint and operating costs. The integration of Cisco’s robust IOS software ensures that these devices are equipped with the latest features, ensuring strong performance, security, and scalability.

In summary, Cisco's RPS 2300, 3750-E, and 3560-E series exemplify the company's commitment to delivering cutting-edge networking solutions that meet the demands of modern enterprises, focusing on reliability, advanced features, and energy efficiency.