Enterasys Networks G3G170-24 manual Installing an Optional PoE Module in the G3G124-24 Switch

Installing an Optional PoE Module in the G3G124-24 Switch

c.For details on how to configure the G‐Series using the command line interface, refer to the Enterasys G‐Series CLI Reference. The CLI commands enable you to set a new password and perform more involved management configurations on the G‐Series.

Note: It is strongly recommended that you change the admin password from its default state of blank (no password), once the G-Series switch becomes operational in your network. For more information, refer to the Enterasys G-Series CLI Reference.

If you require assistance, contact Enterasys Networks using one of the methods described in “Getting Help” on page xvii.

Installing an Optional PoE Module in the G3G124-24 Switch

Installing PoE capability in the G3G124‐24 base switch requires significant disassembly of the switch. Before installing the PoE module, you must complete the following steps:

1.Unplug all power and network connections to the switch.

2.Remove IOM(s). Refer to “Removing an IOM” on page 2‐13.

3.Remove power supplies. Refer to “Removing a Power Supply” on page 2‐9.

4.Remove and retain screws securing the switch cover top and compact flash coverplate and remove the switch cover. Refer to “Removing the Switch Cover” on page 2‐23.

Note: Instructions for installing PoE on the base switch do not apply to the G3G124-24P model since it is already equipped with a PoE card.

Removing the Switch Cover

If you have purchased an optional PoE module (G3G‐POE), have unplugged all network and power connections and removed power supplies, you must remove the switch cover as follows to access the PoE board connectors in the G3G124‐24 base chassis.

Caution: Be sure to retain all screws removed from the G-Series switch cover in a secure location to avoid misplacing them. Leaving any loose screws inside the switch could result in severe damage to switch components.

Precaución: Asegúrese de colocar todos los tornillos que haya retirado de la cubierta del switch G- Series en un lugar seguro, para evitar perderlos. Cualquier tornillo suelto que se deje en el interior del switch podría dañar sus componentes.

1.Refer to Figure 2‐12 on page 2‐24 to locate all screws necessary for removing the cover.

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