Introduction | Enterasys Networks A2H124-24P, A2H124-48P instruction

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Introduction

This chapter introduces the A2H124‐24P and A2H124‐48P stackable switches.

Important Notice

Depending on the firmware version used in the SecureStack A2, some features described in this document may not be supported. Refer to the Release Notes shipped with the switch to determine which features are supported.

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Overview	1-2

Connectivity	1-5

Management	1-6

Standards Compatibility	1-6

LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs	1-7

Getting Help	1-7

SecureStack A2 PoE Installation Guide 1-1

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Enterasys Networks A2H124-24P, A2H124-48P manual Introduction

Contents

SecureStack A2 Page Page Regulatory Compliance Information Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Page Vcci Notice Declaration of Conformity Enterasys NETWORKS, INC Firmware License Agreement Viii Page Page Contents Troubleshooting Figures MGBIC-08 Who Should Use This Guide About This Guide Related Documents How to Use This Guide Following conventions are used in this guide Conventions Used in This Guide Conventions Used in This Guide Xviii About This Guide Introduction A2H124-24P and A2H124-48P Overview Back A2H124-24P Stackable Switch PoE Power over Ethernet Support Redundant Power Supply CapabilityStack Connections Power Device Classifications Usage ConnectivityDescription of Mini-GBICs Switch Configuration Using CLI Commands Switch Configuration Using WebViewManagement Standards Compatibility Getting Help Lanview Diagnostic LEDs Getting Help Introduction 10BASE-T Network Network Requirements 100BASE-TX Network 1000BASE-FX Network1000BASE-T Network Hardware Installation Unpacking the Switch Considerations Prior to InstallationContents of Switch Carton Required Tools Installing the Rubber Feet Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface Chassis Bottom, Rubber Feet Placement Area Guidelines for Switch Installation on Flat Surface Guidelines for Flat Surface Installation Rack Mounting the Switch Guidelines for Rackmount InstallationAttaching Brackets and Installing in Rack Fastening the Switch to the Rack Connecting Stacking Cables Stacking Cable Connections About SecureStack A2 Switch Operation in a Stack Configuring Switches in a Stack Installing a New Stackable System of Up to Eight Switches Recommended Procedures for New and Existing Stacks Important Considerations About Using Clear Config in a Stack AC Power Connecting AC and PoE Power Accessing the RPS connector C2RPS-PoE Redundant Power System Stack Initialization Overview Connecting to Console Port for Local Management DB9 Male Console Port Pinout Assignments What Is Needed Connecting an IBM PC or Compatible Connecting to an IBM or Compatible Device 10 Connecting a VT Series Terminal Connecting to a VT Series Terminal 11 Connecting to a Modem Connecting to a Modem Connecting UTP Cables Connecting to the Network 12 Connecting a UTP Cable Segment to RJ45 Port 13 Four-Wire Crossover Cable RJ45 Pinouts for 10/100BASE-TX Installing Optional Mini-GBICs Preparation 17 Mini-GBIC with RJ45 Connector 18 Mini-GBIC with MT-RJ Connector Removing the Mini-GBIC 19 Mini-GBIC with LC Connector Connecting Fiber-Optic Cables to MT-RJ Ports Installing Optional Mini-GBICs A2H124-24P Connecting Fiber-Optic Cables to LC Ports 21 Cable Connection to LC Fiber-Optic Connectors Initial Logon to Switch Management Completing the Installation Troubleshooting Lanview LEDs of A2H124-24P Using Lanview Color State Recommended Action Lanview LEDs Down RPS LED Configuration Guide for proper setup Troubleshooting Checklist Configuration Guide for the IP address Reset Password Switch Using the Reset Password Switch Using the Reset Password Switch Troubleshooting Table A-1 A2H124-24P Switch Specifications Switch Specifications Environmental Physical Table A-2 A2H124-48P Switch Specifications Gigabit Ethernet Specifications Mini-GBIC Input/Output SpecificationsMGBIC-LC01/MGBIC-MT01 Specifications 1000BASE-SX Table A-3 Mini-GBIC Input/Output Port Specifications MGBIC-LC03 Specifications 1000BASE-SX MGBIC-08 Specifications 1000BASE-ELX MGBIC-LC09 Specifications 1000BASE-LXTable A-10 MGBIC-08 Optical Specifications 10 µm SMF Table A-11 MGBIC-08 Operating Range 1550 nm MGBIC-02 Specifications 1000BASE-T Table A-12 MGBIC-02 SpecificationsConsole Port Pinout Assignments Table A-13 Compliance Standards Regulatory Compliance Regulatory Compliance Index Pinout assignments console port A-7