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D-Link DES-3250TG Standalone Layer 2 Switch

Preface

The DES-3250TG Manual is divided into sections that describe the system installation and operating instructions with examples.

Section 1, Introduction - Describes the Switch and its features.

Section 2, Unpacking and Setup- Helps you get started with the basic installation of the Switch and also describes the front panel, rear panel, side panels, and LED indicators of the Switch.

Section 3, Identifying External Components - Tells how you can connect the Switch to your Ethernet network.

Section 4, Connecting The Switch - This chapter describes how to connect the DES-3250TG to your Ethernet/Fast Ethernet/Gigabit Ethernet network.

Section 5, Switch Management and Operating Concepts - This chapter discusses many of the concepts and features used to manage the switch, as well as the concepts necessary for the user to understand the functioning of the switch.

Section 6, Web-Based Switch Management - Introduces basic Switch management features, including password protection, SNMP settings, IP address assignment and connecting devices to the Switch.

Section 7, Configuration - A detailed discussion about configuring some of the basic functions of the Switch, including accessing the Switch information, using the Switch's utilities and setting up network configurations, such as Quality of Service, The Access Profile Table, port mirroring and configuring the Spanning Tree.

Section 8, Management – A detailed discussion regarding the Simple Network Monitoring Protocol including description of features and a brief introduction to SNMP.

Section 9, Monitoring - Features graphs and screens used in monitoring features and packets on the Switch.

Section 10, Maintenance - Features information on Switch utility functions, including TFTP Services, Switch History, Ping Test, Save Changes and Rebooting Services.

Appendix A, Technical Specifications - The technical specifications of the Switch.

Appendix B, Understanding and Troubleshooting Spanning Tree Protocol -

Intended Readers

The DES-3250 User’s Guide contains information for setup and management and of the DES-3250TG switch. This guide is intended for network managers familiar with network management concepts and terminology.

Notes, Notices, and Cautions

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your device.

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