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NETGEAR GC110 Hardware Installation Manual

NETGEAR GC110 Hardware Installation Manual

Nsight managed 8-port gigabit ethernet smart cloud switch with 2 sfp fiber ports
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Hardware Installation Guide
Insight Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet
Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports
(and PoE on Model GC110P Only)
Models GC110 and GC110P
April 2020
202-11953-02
NETGEAR, Inc.
350 E. Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134, USA

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  • Page 1 Hardware Installation Guide Insight Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports (and PoE on Model GC110P Only) Models GC110 and GC110P NETGEAR, Inc. April 2020 350 E. Plumeria Drive 202-11953-02 San Jose, CA 95134, USA...
  • Page 2 See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply. For NETGEAR’s Privacy Policy, visit https://www.netgear.com/about/privacy-policy. By using this device, you are agreeing to NETGEAR’s Terms and Conditions at https://www.netgear.com/about/terms-and-conditions. If you do not agree, return the device to your place of purchase within your return period.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Overview....................6 Features....................8 Safety instructions and warnings............9 Chapter 2 Hardware Overview Hardware description................13 Front panel..................13 Back panel..................13 LEDs....................15 Switch hardware interfaces...............16 RJ-45 ports for 10/100/1000M BASE-T Ethernet connectivity..16 SFP ports for fiber connectivity............16 Multi-function Reset button............17 Chapter 3 Applications PoE applications.................19 PoE overview..................19 Connect PoE equipment in a business environment....19...
  • Page 4 Insight Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports Step 9: Manage the switch..............34 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting chart...............36 PoE troubleshooting suggestions............37 Additional troubleshooting suggestions.........37...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Introduction This hardware installation guide is for the following NETGEAR Insight Managed switch models: • 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Insight Managed Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports, Model GC110 • 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet PoE Insight Managed Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber...

  • Page 6: Overview

    • NETGEAR Insight app. Using the NETGEAR Insight app, you can discover the switch on the network and add the switch to the NETGEAR Insight app so that you can set up the switch in the network and manage and monitor the switch remotely from your mobile device.
  • Page 7 NETGEAR Insight app on your mobile device or the Insight Cloud portal from a web browser on your Windows-based computer, Mac, or tablet. By default, the local browser UI is disabled and you cannot use it while the switch is managed by NETGEAR Insight.

  • Page 8: Features

    Insight Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports Features The switch includes the following key hardware features: • Eight Gigabit Ethernet ports. • Two dedicated Gigabit SFP fiber ports. • PoE on copper ports (model GC110P): Eight ports PoE (IEEE 802.3af) Total PoE power budget of 62W •...

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions And Warnings

    Any device that is located outdoors and connected to this product must be properly grounded and surge protected. Failure to follow these guidelines can result in damage to your NETGEAR product, which might not be covered by NETGEAR’s warranty, to the extent permissible by applicable law.
  • Page 10 Insight Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports • Observe and follow service markings: Do not service any product except as explained in your system documentation. Some devices should never be opened. If applicable to your device, opening or removing covers that are marked with the triangular symbol with a lightning bolt can expose you to electrical shock.
  • Page 11 • Depending on your device, use only a supplied power adapter or approved power cable: If your device uses a power adapter: If you were not provided with a power adapter, contact your local NETGEAR reseller. The power adapter must be rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked on the product electrical ratings label.

  • Page 12: Chapter 2 Hardware Overview

    Hardware Overview This chapter describes the switch hardware features. The chapter includes the following sections: • Hardware description • Switch hardware interfaces...

  • Page 13: Hardware Description

    Cloud Connection LED and the lower LED is the Power LED (see LEDs on page 15). Figure 1. Front panel Back panel Model GC110 provides eight 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports and two dedicated Gigabit SFP fiber ports. Model GC110P provides eight 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 PoE ports and two dedicated Gigabit SFP fiber ports.
  • Page 14 Recessed multi-function Reset button (see Multi-function Reset button on page 17). Model GC110. Eight independent 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports, each with a left LED that functions as the combined speed and activity LED (see LEDs on page 15). The right LED is nonfunctioning.

  • Page 15: Leds

    Solid blue. The switch is connected to the cloud server and is set up to be managed by the NETGEAR Insight app. Off. The switch is not connected to the cloud server or is set up to be managed by the local browser UI.

  • Page 16: Switch Hardware Interfaces

    To enable fiber connections on the switch, SFP fiber ports accommodate standard small form-factor pluggable (SFP) gigabit interface converters (GBICs, also referred to as transceiver modules). GBICs are sold separately from the switch. The switch supports the NETGEAR SFP transceiver modules that are listed in the following table. Hardware Overview...

  • Page 17: Multi-Function Reset Button

    The factory default settings function of the Reset button is available only after you use the NETGEAR Insight app to remove the switch from your network.

  • Page 18: Chapter 3 Applications

    Applications The switch is designed to provide flexibility in configuring network connections. The switch can be used as your only network traffic–distribution device for PoE (on model GC110P) and non-PoE devices or with 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1 Gbps Ethernet and fiber hubs, routers, and switches.

  • Page 19: Poe Applications

    Insight Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports PoE applications This section covers the following topics: • PoE overview • Connect PoE equipment in a business environment • Connect PoE equipment for surveillance and security PoE overview Model GC110P supports eight Power over Ethernet (PoE) ports.

  • Page 20: Connect Poe Equipment For Surveillance And Security

    Insight Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports Figure 4. Sample PoE business use case Line Color Connection Purple Internet router or gateway Blue PoE devices such as Insight managed (or other) WiFi access points, Arlo (or other) security cameras, and VoIP phones Black Network devices such as a desktop computer...

  • Page 21: Desktop Switching

    Insight Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports Figure 5. Sample switch surveilliance and security application Line Color Connection Purple Internet router or gateway Blue PoE devices such as FlexPower (or other) security cameras Black Network devices such as a ReadyNAS storage system Desktop switching You can use the switch as a desktop switch to build a small network that provides up to...
  • Page 22 Insight Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports Figure 6. Sample desktop switching Line Color Connection Purple Internet router or gateway Black Network devices such as a server, computers, workstations, and a ReadyNAS Applications Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 23: Chapter 4 Installation

    Installation This chapter describes the installation procedures for the switch. Switch installation involves the steps described in the following sections: • Step 1: Prepare the site • Step 2: Protect against electrostatic discharge • Step 3: Unpack the switch • Step 4: Install the switch •...

  • Page 24: Step 1: Prepare The Site

    Insight Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports Step 1: Prepare the site Before you install the switch, make sure that the operating environment meets the site requirements that are listed in the following table. Table 5.

  • Page 25: Step 3: Unpack The Switch

    • Handle all sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use antistatic floor pads, workbench pads, and an antistatic grounding strap. Step 3: Unpack the switch The following figures show the package contents. Figure 7. Switch package contents model GC110 Letter Description GC110 switch...
  • Page 26 4. Verify that the package contains the following items: • Switch of the correct model • For model GC110, a DC power adapter localized to the country of sale. For model GC110P, a DC power adapter with a removable power cord localized to country of sale •...

  • Page 27: Step 4: Install The Switch

    • Wall-mounting screws • Installation guide • Rubber footpads for tabletop installation 5. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your local NETGEAR reseller for replacement Step 4: Install the switch You can install the switch on a flat surface or attach it to a wall.

  • Page 28: Wall-Mount The Switch Vertically

    Insight Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports Figure 9. VESA mount holes on the bottom panel of the switch Wall-mount the switch vertically To mount the switch vertically to a wall: 1. Locate the four holes on the bottom panel of the switch. 2.
  • Page 29 Insight Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports You can mount the switch with the back panel facing left (the cables will be on the left). You can also mount the switch with the back panel facing right (the cables will be on the right).

  • Page 30: Wall-Mount The Switch Horizontally

    Insight Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports Wall-mount the switch horizontally To mount the switch horizontally to a wall: 1. Locate the four holes on the bottom panel of the switch. 2. Mark the four mounting holes on the wall where you want to mount the switch. The four mounting holes must be in a square at precise distances of 75 mm (2.953 inches) from each other.

  • Page 31: Mount The Switch To A Pole Or Another Surface

    Insight Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports You can mount the switch with the back panel facing up (the cables will be at the top). You can also mount the switch with the back panel facing down (the cables will be at the bottom).

  • Page 32: Optional Step 5: Install Sfp Transceiver Modules

    The following optional procedure describes how to install an optional SFP transceiver module into one of the SFP ports of the switch. Note: Contact your NETGEAR reseller to purchase these modules. If you do not want to install an SFP module, skip this procedure.

  • Page 33: Step 7: Check The Installation

    Insight Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports 2. Verify that all cables are installed correctly. Step 7: Check the installation Before you apply power to the switch, perform the following steps. To check the installation: 1.

  • Page 34: Step 9: Manage The Switch

    Insight Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports Step 9: Manage the switch Using the NETGEAR Insight app, you can discover the switch on the network and add the switch to the NETGEAR Insight app so that you can perform basic management and monitoring tasks from your smartphone.

  • Page 35: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter provides information about troubleshooting the switch. The chapter includes the following sections: • Troubleshooting chart • PoE troubleshooting suggestions • Additional troubleshooting suggestions...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting Chart

    Internet or is not yet discovered and Internet and that you discover and add the activated through the NETGEAR switch to your network by using the NETGEAR Insight app. Insight app. A combined speed and The port connection is not working.

  • Page 37: Poe Troubleshooting Suggestions

    • Switch integrity. If necessary, verify the integrity of the switch by resetting it. To reset the switch, disconnect the DC power adapter from the switch and then reconnect the DC power adapter again. If the problem continues, contact NETGEAR Troubleshooting...
  • Page 38 Insight Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Smart Cloud Switch with 2 SFP Fiber Ports technical support. For more information, visit the support website at netgear.com/support. • Autonegotiation. The RJ-45 ports negotiate the correct duplex mode, speed, and flow control if the device at the other end of the link supports autonegotiation. If the device does not support autonegotiation, the switch determines only the speed correctly, and the duplex mode defaults to half-duplex.

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