Introduction | Enterasys Networks B2G124-24 instruction

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Introduction

This chapter introduces the B2G124‐24, B2G124‐48, and B2H124‐48 stackable switches.

Important Notice

Depending on the firmware version used in the switch, some features described in this document may not be supported. Refer to the Release Notes shipped with the B2G124-24, B2G124-48, and B2H124-48 to determine which features are supported.

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Overview	1-2

Connectivity	1-5

Management	1-7

Standards Compatibility	1-7

LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs	1-7

Getting Help	1-8

SecureStack B2 Installation Guide 1-1

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Contents

Enterasys SecureStack B2 Page Page Regulatory Compliance Information Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Supplement to Product Instructions Vcci Notice Declaration of Conformity Enterasys NETWORKS, INC Firmware License Agreement Viii Page Page Contents Troubleshooting Figures Xiv Who Should Use This Guide About This Guide How to Use This Guide Related DocumentsFor Refer to Following conventions are used in this guide Conventions Used in This Guide Conventions Used in This Guide Xviii About This Guide For information about Refer to Introduction B2G124-24 and B2G124-48 Overview B2G124-24 Stackable Switch B2H124-48 B2H124-48 Stackable Switch Redundant Power Supply Capability ConnectivityHigh-Speed Stack Connections MGBIC-LC01 Description of Mini-GBICs Specification Switch Configuration Using WebView Lanview Diagnostic LEDsSwitch Configuration Using CLI Commands Management Support@enterasys.com Getting Help 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 Quantity Required Tools Preparation Installing Optional Mini-GBICs Installation Removing the Mini-GBIC 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 Attaching the Rackmount Brackets Connecting High-Speed Stacking Cables Connecting High-Speed Stacking Cables About SecureStack B2 Switch Operation in a Stack Configuring Switches 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 AC Power Connecting AC and RPS-SYS Power Switch Rear View Stack Initialization Overview C2RPS-SYS Redundant Power System What Is Needed Connecting to Console Port for Local Management Parameter Setting Connecting to an IBM or Compatible Device 10 Connecting an IBM PC or Compatible Connecting to a VT Series Terminal 11 Connecting a VT Series Terminal Connecting to a Modem Connecting UTP Cables Connecting to the Network 13 Connecting a UTP Cable Segment to RJ45 Port 14 Four-Wire Crossover Cable RJ45 Pinouts for 10/100BASE-TX TX1+ 1 RX1- 2 TX2+ 3 TX3+ 4 RX3- 5 RX2- 6 TX4+ 7 RX4 Connecting Fiber-Optic Cables to MT-RJ Ports B2G124-24 Connecting Fiber-Optic Cables to LC Ports Connecting to the Network 19 Cable Connection to LC Fiber-Optic Connectors Initial Logon to Switch Management Completing the Installation Completing the Installation Hardware Installation Troubleshooting Lanview LEDs of B2G124-24 and B2G124-48 B2G124-24 shown Using Lanview Lanview LEDs of B2H124-48 Color State Recommended Action Lanview LEDs RPS Refer to the SecureStack B2 Configuration Guide for proper Troubleshooting Checklist Refer to the SecureStack B2 Configuration Guide for Reset Switch Using the Reset Switch Specifications Switch SpecificationsTable A-1 Switch Specifications ItemSpecification B2G124-24 Table A-1 Switch Specifications ItemSpecification B2G124-48 B2H124-48Physical Environmental Table A-1 Switch Specifications Gigabit Ethernet Specifications Mini-GBIC Input/Output SpecificationsMGBIC-LC01/MGBIC-MT01 Specifications 1000BASE-SX Table A-2 Mini-GBIC Input/Output Port Specifications MGBIC-LC03 Specifications 1000BASE-SX MGBIC-08 Specifications 1000BASE-ELX MGBIC-LC09 Specifications 1000BASE-LXTable A-9 MGBIC-08 Optical Specifications Table A-10 MGBIC-08 Operating Range 1550 nm MGBIC-02 Specifications 1000BASE-T Table A-11 MGBIC-02 SpecificationsConsole Port Pinout Assignments Table A-12 Compliance Standards Regulatory Compliance Regulatory Compliance Numerics Index Pinout assignments console port A-7