VSG-1200 V2 User’s Guide

CHAPTER 33

Troubleshooting

This chapter covers potential problems and possible remedies. After each problem description, some instructions are provided to help you to diagnose and to solve the problem.

33.1 Using the LEDs to Diagnose Problems

The LEDs are useful aides for finding possible problem causes.

33.1.1 The Power LED

The LED on the front panel does not light up.

Table 79 Troubleshooting the Power LED

STEPS CORRECTIVE ACTION

1Check the connections from the VSG to the power source. Make sure you are using the supplied power cord and proper power supply. Refer to the appendix on product specifications.

2Make sure the power source is turned on and that the VSG is receiving sufficient power.

3If these steps fail to correct the problem, contact your local distributor for assistance.

33.1.2The LAN Port LEDs

None of the LEDs for the LAN port(s) light up when connected to an Ethernet device.

Table 80 Troubleshooting the LAN LED

STEPS CORRECTIVE ACTION

1Make sure you are using the correct Ethernet cable. Connect the LAN port to a hub/switch using a crossover Ethernet cable or directly to a computer using a straight-through Ethernet cable.

2Verify that the attached device(s) is turned on and properly connected to the VSG.

3Verify that Ethernet cable length does not exceed 100 meters.

4Make sure the network adapters are working on the attached devices.

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