Linksys Ethernet SGE2010 - Manual (Page 4)

SGE2010/SGE2010P Administration Guide 1
What’s in this User Guide?
Introduction 1
Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for choosing a Linksys Switch. This Switch will allow you to quickly and economically
expand your Linksys system.
This new Linksys rack mount Switch delivers non-blocking, wire speed switching for your
network clients, plus multiple options for connecting to your network backbone. Forty eight
ports wire up your workstations or connect to other Linksys switches or devices.
The Switch features monitoring and configuration via your web browser, making it easy to
manage your Switch. Or if you prefer, you can use the console interface to configure the Switch.
Use the instructions in this guide to help you connect the switch, set it up, and configure it to
bridge your different networks. These instructions should be all you need to get the most out of
the Switch.
What’s in this User Guide?
This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Switch.
• Chapter 2, "Getting to Know the SGE2010/SGE2010P"
This chapter describes the ports, LEDs, and other features on the front and back panels of
the switch.
• Chapter 3, "Connecting Devices to the SGE2010/SGE2010P"
This chapter explains how to physically connect your network devices to the switch.
• Chapter 4, "Using the Console"
This chapter describes the use of the switch console, which allows you to perform basic
configuration of the switch.
• Chapter 5, "Web Utility Configuration "
This chapter provides an introduction to the features of the web-based configuration utility.
• Appendix A, "Contacts"
• Appendix B, "Customer Site Survey"
• Appendix C, "Warranty Information"
• Appendix D, "Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement"
• Appendix E, "Specifications"