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Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
1-1
Overview 1-1
Switch Architecture
1-2
Network Management Options
Description of Hardware
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ports
1000BASE-T/SFP Ports
1-3
Stacking Ports
1-4
Port and System Status LEDs
1-5
Power Supply Receptacles
1-7
Features and Benefits
Connectivity 1-7Expandability 1-7Performance 1-8Management 1-8
Chapter 2: Network Planning
2-1
Introduction to Switching
Application Examples
2-2
Collapsed Backbone
Network Aggregation Plan
2-3
Remote Connections with Fiber Cable
2-4
Making VLAN Connections
2-5
Application Notes
2-6
Chapter 3: Installing the Switch
3-1
Selecting a Site
Ethernet Cabling
Equipment Checklist
3-2
Package Contents
Optional Rack-Mounting Equipment
Mounting 3-3
Rack Mounting
3-3
Desktop or Shelf Mounting
3-5
Installing an Optional SFP Transceiver
3-6
Connecting Switches in a Stack
Connecting to a Power Source
3-8
Connecting to the Console Port
3-9
Wiring Map for Serial Cable