Cisco Systems SLM2024, SLM248G, SLM248P, SLM2048 Installing the Switch, Back Panel, Placement Tips

in half- and full- duplex modes. Auto-sensing technology enables each port to automatically detect the speed of the device connected to it (10 Mbps or 100 Mbps), and adjust its speed and duplex mode accordingly.

miniGBIC — (1-2)The miniGBIC (gigabit interface converter) port is a connection point for a miniGBIC expansion module, so the switch can be uplinked to another switch by using a fiber optical link. The miniGBIC port provides a link to a high-speed network segment or individual workstation at speeds of up to 1000 Mbps.

Back Panel

The power port is located on the back panel of the switch.

2 Installing the Switch

There are two ways to physically install the switch, either set the switch on its four rubber feet for desktop placement or mount the switch in a rack.

Before you begin the installation, make sure that you have the following equipment and services:

•Tools for installing the hardware

•Cables for WAN interfaces, desktop systems, and fiber connectivity devices, or for connecting additional additional LAN interfaces

•Computer with Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later, or Mozilla Firefox version 3 or later for using web-based system management tools

Placement Tips

•Make sure that the switch is accessible and that the cables can be connected easily.

•Keep cabling away from sources of electrical noise, power lines, and fluorescent lighting fixtures.

•Do not stack free-standing switches more than four units high.

4 Cisco Small Business SLM Series Smart Switch Installation Guide