Cisco 2960 - Manual (Page 2)

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About This Guide
This document describes information specific to the Catalyst 2960-8TC, Catalyst 2960G-8TC, and
Catalyst 2960PD-8TT-L switches. For information applicable to the other Catalyst 2960 switches, see
the Catalyst 2960 Switch Hardware Installation Guide on Cisco.com.
This guide provides instructions on how to use Express Setup to configure your Catalyst switch. Also
covered are switch management options, basic installation procedures, port and module connections,
power connection procedures, and troubleshooting help.
For additional installation and configuration information for Catalyst 2960 switches, see the Catalyst
2960 documentation on Cisco.com. For system requirements, important notes, limitations, open and
resolved bugs, and last-minute documentation updates, see the release notes, also on Cisco.com.
When you use the online publications, refer to the documents that match the Cisco IOS software
version running on the switch. You can use the show version command to display software version
information.
For translations of the warnings that appear in this publication, see the Regulatory Compliance and
Safety Information for the Catalyst 2960 Switch that accompanies this guide.
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Taking Out What You Need
Follow these steps:
1. Unpack and remove the switch and the accessory kit from the shipping box.
2. Return the packing material to the shipping container, and save it for future use.
3. Verify that you have received the items shown in the “Shipping Box Contents” section. If any item
is missing or damaged, contact your Cisco representative or reseller for instructions. Some switch
models might include additional items that are not shown. Your switch might be a different model
from the one that is shown in this illustration
Equipment That You Supply to Run Express Setup
You need to supply this equipment to run Express Setup:
• PC
• Ethernet (Category 5) straight-through cable (as shown)