Enterasys Networks A2H124-24FX

Installing Optional Mini-GBICs

SecureStack A2 Installation Guide 3-5

Figure 3-2 Mini-GBIC with MT-RJ Connector

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2Mini-GBIC (MGBIC-MT01) 4Link/Activity LED

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Contents

Main Page Notice REGULATORY COMPLIANCE INFORMATION Page Page Page DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ENTERASYS NETWORKS, INC. FIRMWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT Page Page Page Contents About This Guide Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Network Requirements Chapter 3: Hardware Installation Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Appendix A: Specifications Index Figures Tables Page About This Guide Who Should Use This Guide How to Use This Guide Related Documents Conventions Used in This Guide Thefollowingconventionsareusedinthisguide: Page Introduction ThischapterintroducestheA2H12424FXstackableswitch. Overview A2H124-24FX Figure 1-1 A2H124-24FX Stackable Switch Stack Connections Redundant Power Supply Capability Front Back Connectivity Management Switch Configuration Using WebView Switch Configuration Using CLI Commands Standards Compatibility LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs Getting Help Network Requirements 100BASE-FX Multimode Fiber-Optic Network 1000BASE-FX Fiber-Optic Network 1000BASE-T Twisted Pair Gigabit Ethernet Network Hardware Installation Considerations Prior to Installation Required Tools Unpacking the Switch Installing Optional Mini-GBICs Preparation Installation Page Figure 3-3 Mini-GBIC with LC Connector Removing the Mini-GBIC Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface Installing the Rubber Feet Guidelines for Flat Surface Installation Page Rack Mounting the Switch Guidelines for Rackmount Installation Attaching Brackets and Installing in Rack Connecting Stacking Cables Connecting Stacking Cables 3-12 Hardware Installation Configuring Switches in a Stack About SecureStack A2 Switch Operation in a Stack Recommended Procedures for New and Existing Stacks Installing a New Stackable System of Up to Eight Switches Important Adding a New Switch to an Existing Stack Important Considerations About Using Clear Config in a Stack Connecting AC and RPS-SYS Power AC Power Page C2RPS-SYS Redundant Power System Stack Initialization Overview Connecting to Console Port for Local Management What Is Needed Connecting to an IBM or Compatible Device Connecting to a VT Series Terminal Connecting to a Modem Connecting to the Network Connecting Fiber-Optic Cables from A2H124-24FX to the Network Page Connecting Fiber-Optic Cables to MT-RJ Mini-GBIC Ports Page Connecting Fiber-Optic Cables to LC Mini-GBIC Ports Page Connecting UTP Cables to RJ45 Mini-GBIC Ports Page Page Completing the Installation Initial Logon to Switch Management Page Troubleshooting Using LANVIEW Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs Page Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs (continued) Troubleshooting Checklist Page Table 4-2 Troubleshooting Checklist (continued) Using the Reset Password Switch Page A Specifications Switch Specifications AC Input Specifications Processors/Memory Physical Mini-GBIC Input/Output Specifications Gigabit Ethernet Specifications MGBIC-LC01/MGBIC-MT01 Specifications (1000BASE-SX) MGBIC-LC03 Specifications (1000BASE-SX) MGBIC-LC09 Specifications (1000BASE-LX) MGBIC-08 Specifications (1000BASE-ELX) MGBIC-02 Specifications (1000BASE-T) Console Port Pinout Assignments Regulatory Compliance Page Index Numerics A C D S T U V W