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NETGEAR ProSafe GS504 Installation Manual

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  • Page 2: Start Here

    • Automatic address learning function to build the packet- forwarding information table The table contains up to 8,000 MAC addresses (that is, the switch can support networks with as many as 8,000 devices). • Full-duplex mode to double throughput of point-to-point connections by...

  • Page 3: Package Contents

    • Rack mount kit for 19-inch rack installation • Warranty & Owner Registration Card • Support Information Card • Power cord Model GS504 4-Port Gigabit Switch Installation Guide Model GS504 Switch Ethernet MODEL Gigabit Fiber Switch Link Link Link Link...

  • Page 4: Product Illustration

    Product Illustration Front Panel The front panel of the Model GS504 switch contains the following LEDs that correspond to each network port: Activity (Rx/Tx) and FDX (full-duplex)/ Collision. Each fiber network port has its own Link LED (located to the right of each 1000 Mbps port).

  • Page 5: Rear Panel

    Rear Panel The rear panel of the Model GS504 switch has fans for cooling and a standard AC power receptacle for the supplied power cord. Rear Panel of the Model GS504 Switch Applications Desktop Switching The Model GS504 switch is used as a desktop switch to build a powerful network that enables users to have 1000 Mbps access to a file server.

  • Page 6: Prepare The Site

    The Model GS504, as illustrated below, connects multiple power workgroups and servers using high-speed gigabit fiber links. Each power workgroup is anchored by a NETGEAR FS509 switch. Because each fiber link can be up to 525 m long, these workgroups can be located on separate floors or in different buildings.

  • Page 7: Installation In A Rack

    Installation Installation on a Flat Surface To install the switch on a flat surface, be sure to attach the rubber footpads to the bottom of the switch. Installation in a Rack Refer to the following illustration when installing the switch in a rack.

  • Page 8: Verify Installation

    The green Pwr LED on the front panel is on. • The green Link LED on each connected port is on. When the switch is connected and operating, refer to the table in “LEDs” for information about the LEDs and their activity. Model GS504 4-Port Gigabit Switch Installation Guide...

  • Page 9: Troubleshooting Information

    Ethernet specifications. Check the crimp on the fiber connectors and make sure that the plug is properly inserted and locked into the port at both the switch and the connecting device. Make sure all cables used are correct and comply with Ethernet specifications.

  • Page 10: Technical Specifications

    Frame forward rate: Network latency (using 64-byte packets): Address database size: Addressing: Queue buffer: Model GS504 4-Port Gigabit Switch Installation Guide Model GS504 Switch IEEE 8023z 1000BASE-SX 1000 Mbps with 8B/10B encoding Duplex SC connector for 1000BASE-SX Gigabit Ethernet 25 W 100–240 V AC...
  • Page 11 In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
  • Page 12 Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (NETGEAR Model GS504 Gigabit Switch) does not exceed the Class A limits for radio-noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
  • Page 13 NETGEAR, Inc. A Bay Networks Company NETGEAR Inc. 4401 Great America Parkway 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Santa Clara, CA 95054 Phone: 888-NETGEAR http://WWW.NETGEARinc.com Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR E-mail: support@NETGEAR.com www.NETGEAR.com *M-GS504NA-0*...

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