L2+/l3 lite gigabit ethernet (poe) switch (6 pages)
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ECS4510 Series 28/52-Port Layer 2+ I n s t a l l a t i o n G u i d e Stackable GE Switch www.edge-core.com...
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I n s t a l l a t i o n G u i d e ECS4510-28T Stackable GE Switch Layer 2+ Stackable Gigabit Ethernet Switch, with 24 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ-45) Ports, 2 10-Gigabit SFP+ Ports, and 1 10-Gigabit SFP+ Extender Module Slot ECS4510-28P Stackable GE PoE Switch Layer 2+ Stackable Gigabit Ethernet Switch, with 24 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ-45) PoE Ports,...
How to Use This Guide This guide includes detailed information on the switch hardware, including network ports, power, cabling requirements, as well as plug-in modules and transceivers. This guide also provides general installation guidelines and recommended procedures. To deploy this switch effectively and ensure trouble- free operation it is recommended to first read the relevant sections in this guide so that you are familiar with all its hardware components.
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How to Use This Guide ◆ Chapter 5 - Port Connections — Includes information on network interfaces, installing optional transceivers, and cabling specifications. ◆ Chapter 6 - Switch Management — Connecting to the switch for management, and information on the system status LEDs. ◆...
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How to Use This Guide ◆ Updated stacking information. ◆ Modified Diag LED states. March 2015 Revision This is the second revision of this guide. It includes the following change: ◆ Updated the part number information. September 2014 Revision Revision This is the first revision of this guide.
Contents How to Use This Guide Contents Figures Tables 1 Switch Description Overview Power-over-Ethernet Key Hardware Components Key Technical Specifications 2 Installation Overview Package Contents Switch Installation Tasks 3 Switch Chassis General Installation Guidelines Switch Cooling Requirements Rack Cooling How to Install the Switch in a Rack Rack-Mounting Items Rack-Mount Procedure How to Install the Switch on a Shelf or Desktop...
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Contents Grounding the Chassis How to Connect to AC Power How to Connect to DC Power 5 Port Connections Cable Labeling and Connection Records Understanding the Port Status LEDs How to Install an SFP/SFP+ Transceiver How to Connect to Twisted-Pair Copper Ports Copper Cabling Guidelines 10/100BASE-TX Pin Assignments 1000BASE-T Assignments...
Figures Figure 1: Switch Front Panels Figure 2: Rear Panel Figure 3: Installing the Switch in a Rack Figure 4: Connecting AC Power Figure 5: Connecting DC Power Figure 6: System LEDs Figure 7: Console Port Figure 8: Making a Connection to an RJ-45 Port Figure 9: Switch Cooling Figure 10: Switch Cooling (ECS4510-28T) Figure 11: Attaching the Brackets...
Switch Description This chapter includes these sections: ◆ “Overview” on page 11 ◆ “Key Technical Specifications” on page 15 Overview The ECS4510-28T, ECS4510-28P, ECS4510-52T, and ECS4510-52P are Gigabit Ethernet Layer 2+ stackable switches with 24/48 10/100/1000BASE-T ports, two 10- Gigabit (10G) Small Form Factor Pluggable Plus (SFP+) transceiver slots. The ECS4510-28F and ECS4510-28F-DC are Layer 2 + switches that provid 22 SFP 1G transceiver slots, two combination Gigabit RJ-45/SFP ports, and two 10G SFP+ slots.
Chapter 1 | Switch Description Overview Key Hardware This manual describes each specific component, or related components, together with their installation requirements and procedures in each chapter. To understand Components each component in detail, refer to the relevant section. Figure 1: Switch Front Panels ECS4510-28T ECS4510-28P ECS4510-28F...
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Chapter 1 | Switch Description Overview 10G SFP+ Slots / Stacking Ports The switch contains two 10G SFP+ transceiver slots that operate at 10 Gbps full duplex. For more information, see “How to Connect to SFP/SFP+ Fiber Optic Ports” on page The SFP+ ports can also be used as stacking ports, providing a 40 Gbps stack backplane connection between switches.
Chapter 1 | Switch Description Overview Figure 2: Rear Panel AC Models DC Model Grounding Terminal Expansion Module Slot RPS Connector DC Power Socket (ECS4510-28F-DC only) AC Power Socket Grounding Terminal The switch includes a grounding terminal that must be connected to a ground source that provides local earth potential.
Installation Overview This chapter includes these sections: ◆ “Package Contents” on page 17 ◆ “Switch Installation Tasks” on page 18 Package Contents After unpacking the switch, check the contents to be sure you have received all the components. ◆ ECS4510-28T, ECS4510-28P, ECS4510-28F, ECS4510-28F-DC, ECS4510-52T, or ECS4510-52P Switch ◆...
Chapter 2 | Installation Overview Switch Installation Tasks Switch Installation Tasks Follow these tasks to install the switch in your network. For full details on each task, go to the relevant chapter or section by clicking on the link. Caution: Before installing your switch, first review all the safety statements and guidelines in the Regulatory and Safety Information document.
Chapter 2 | Installation Overview Switch Installation Tasks Task 3 Ground the Switch and Power On Connect a ground wire to the switch, and then use a AC power cable to connect the switch to a AC power source.. Go to the chapter “Power and Grounding”.
Chapter 2 | Installation Overview Switch Installation Tasks Task 4 Verify Switch Operation Verify basic switch operation by checking the system LEDs. When operating normally, the Power and Diag LEDs should both be on green. If either of these LEDs are on amber, see “Diagnosing LED Indicators”...
Chapter 2 | Installation Overview Switch Installation Tasks Figure 7: Console Port Connect console cable to switch’s Console port. Connect console cable to PC’s DB-9 COM port. For information on initial switch configuration: Refer to the CLI Reference Guide. Task 6 Install Transceivers and Connect Cables Install SFP/SFP+ transceivers and connect network cables to port interfaces: ◆...
Chapter 2 | Installation Overview Switch Installation Tasks Figure 8: Making a Connection to an RJ-45 Port 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 Port. Twisted-pair Cable with RJ-45 Plug. – 22 –...
Switch Chassis The switch is designed to be installed in a standard 19-inch equipment rack. Before continuing with switch installation, first review the general guidelines and switch cooling requirements in this chapter. This chapter includes these sections: ◆ “General Installation Guidelines” on page 23 ◆...
Chapter 3 | Switch Chassis Switch Cooling Requirements ◆ Make sure that the unit is connected to a separate grounded power outlet and is powered from an independent circuit breaker. As with any equipment, using a filter or surge suppressor is recommended. Verify that the external AC power requirements for the switch can be met as listed under “AC Power Supply Specifications”...
Chapter 3 | Switch Chassis How to Install the Switch in a Rack Rack Cooling When mounting the switch in an enclosed rack or cabinet, be sure to check the following guidelines to prevent overheating: ◆ Make sure that enough cool air can flow into the enclosure for the equipment it contains.
Chapter 3 | Switch Chassis How to Install the Switch in a Rack Rack-Mounting Items Before you start to rack-mount the switch, be sure to have the following items available: ◆ Four mounting screws for each device you plan to install in a rack—these are not included.
Chapter 3 | Switch Chassis How to Install the Switch on a Shelf or Desktop Figure 12: Installing the Switch in a Rack Rack Mount Screws If installing a single switch only, go to “Power and Grounding” on page If installing multiple switches, repeat steps 1 to 4 to mount the switches following your rack plan.
Chapter 3 | Switch Chassis Optional Media Expansion Module Set the device on a flat surface near an AC power source, making sure there are at least two inches of space on all sides for proper airflow. If installing a single switch only, go to “How to Connect to AC Power”...
Chapter 3 | Switch Chassis How to Install an Optional Media Expansion Module Figure 15: Installing an Optional Module Module Slot Media Expansion Module Holding the module level, guide it into the carrier rails on each side and gently push it all the way into the slot, ensuring that it firmly engages with the connector.
Power and Grounding This chapter focuses on how to connect power to the switch, grounding the chassis, and how to power-on the switch. This chapter includes this sections: ◆ “AC Power Supply” on page 30 ◆ “DC Power Supply” on page 31 ◆...
Chapter 4 | Power and Grounding DC Power Supply Table 2: AC Power Supply Specifications Item Description AC Input ECS4510-28T: 100 to 240 V, 50-60 Hz, 1.5 A ECS4510-28P: 100 to 240 V, 50-60 Hz, 10 A ECS4510-28F: 100 to 240 V, 50-60 Hz, 2 A ECS4510-52T: 100 to 240 V, 50-60 Hz, 2 A ECS4510-52P: 100 to 127 V, 12 A ;...
Chapter 4 | Power and Grounding Optional Redundant Power Supply Optional Redundant Power Supply The ECS4510-52P switch supports an optional redundant power supply (RPS) connection. The connector labeled “RPS” on the switch rear panel is for the optional RPS. Figure 18: Redundant Power Supply Connector RPS Connector Table 4: RPS Specifications Item...
Chapter 4 | Power and Grounding How to Connect to AC Power Before powering on the switch, ground the switch to earth as described below. Ensure that the rack on which the switch is to be mounted is properly grounded and in compliance with ETSI ETS 300 253. Ensure that there is a good electrical connection to the grounding point on the rack (no paint or isolating surface treatment).
Chapter 4 | Power and Grounding How to Connect to DC Power Insert the plug on the other end of the power cord directly into the AC input socket on the back of the switch. Note: If your country’s AC power outlet standards do not match the power plug of the included AC power cord, you will need to change the AC power cord.
Chapter 4 | Power and Grounding How to Connect to DC Power To connect the switch to a power source: Verify that the external DC power supply can provide 36 to 75 VDC, 3.82 A maximum. Prepare two wires for the DC power source. Use 10 to 18 AWG stranded copper wire.
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Chapter 4 | Power and Grounding How to Connect to DC Power Warning: If the power leads are plugged into the wrong holes, the power supply will not work properly and may damage the switch. Push each wire about half an inch into the opening on the plug, and tighten down the clamp screw securely.
Port Connections This chapter focuses on making connections to switch network interfaces, including how to install optional transceivers, and details on network cable specifications. This chapter includes these sections: ◆ “Cable Labeling and Connection Records” on page 38 ◆ “Understanding the Port Status LEDs” on page 38 ◆...
Chapter 5 | Port Connections Cable Labeling and Connection Records Cable Labeling and Connection Records When planning a network installation, it is essential to label the opposing ends of cables and to record where each cable is connected. Doing so will enable you to easily locate inter-connected devices, isolate faults and change your topology without need for unnecessary time consumption.
Chapter 5 | Port Connections How to Install an SFP/SFP+ Transceiver Table 5: Port Status LEDs Condition Status 1000BASE-T RJ-45 Ports 1-24/48 Link/Activity On/Blinking Green Port has a valid link. Blinking indicates activity. On/Blinking Amber Port has a valid link and is supplying PoE power. Blinking indicates activity.
Chapter 5 | Port Connections How to Connect to Twisted-Pair Copper Ports Figure 23: Inserting an SFP/SFP+ Transceiver into a Slot SFP+ Transceiver SFP+ Slot Note: To remove a transceiver: First disconnect the network cable, then pull the tab to remove the transceiver from the slot. How to Connect to Twisted-Pair Copper Ports The RJ-45 ports on the switch support automatic MDI/MDI-X pinout configuration, which enables you to use standard straight-through twisted-pair cables to connect...
Chapter 5 | Port Connections How to Connect to Twisted-Pair Copper Ports Copper Cabling To ensure proper operation when installing the switch into a network, make sure that the current cables are suitable for 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or 1000BASE-T Guidelines operation. Check the following criteria against the current installation of your network: ◆...
Chapter 5 | Port Connections How to Connect to Twisted-Pair Copper Ports Table 7: 10/100BASE-TX MDI and MDI-X Port Pinouts (Continued) MDI-X Signal Name MDI Signal Name -54.5V power (Negative V GND (Positive V port port -54.5V power (Negative V GND (Positive V port port...
Chapter 5 | Port Connections How to Connect to Twisted-Pair Copper Ports 1000BASE-T Cable Requirements All Category 5 UTP cables that are used for 100BASE-TX connections should also work for 1000BASE-T, providing that all four wire pairs are connected. However, it is recommended that for all critical connections, or any new cable installations, Category 5e (enhanced Category 5) or Category 6 cable should be used.
Chapter 5 | Port Connections How to Connect to Twisted-Pair Copper Ports Connection Procedure Follow these steps to connect cables to 1000BASE-T RJ-45 twisted-pair copper ports. Attach one end of a twisted-pair cable segment to the device’s RJ-45 connector. Figure 25: Making Twisted-Pair Connections 1000BASE-T RJ-45 Port Category 5, 5e, or 6 Cable Attach the other end to an available port on the switch.
Chapter 5 | Port Connections How to Connect to SFP/SFP+ Fiber Optic Ports How to Connect to SFP/SFP+ Fiber Optic Ports The switch provides slots for SFP+ or SFP-compliant fiber-optic transceivers. Note that all 10G SFP+ fiber optic ports operate at 10 Gbps full duplex. All 1000BASE fiber optic ports operate at 1 Gbps full duplex.
Chapter 5 | Port Connections How to Connect to SFP/SFP+ Fiber Optic Ports Connection Procedure Follow these steps to connect cables to SFP/SFP+ transceiver ports. Warning: This switch uses lasers to transmit signals over fiber optic cable. The lasers are compliant with the requirements of a Class 1 Laser Product and are inherently eye safe in normal operation.
Chapter 5 | Port Connections Making 10 Gbps DAC Connections Making 10 Gbps DAC Connections Direct Attach Cable (DAC) is a method of connecting two SFP+ interfaces without using optics and fiber cable. A fixed length of twinax copper cable is terminated at each end with physically-compliant SFP+ transceivers that do not include all their normal electronic and optical components.
Chapter 5 | Port Connections Connecting Switches in a Stack Figure 27 illustrates a ring-topology stacking configuration. When the stack is initially powered on, the Master unit is designated as unit 1 for a ring topology. For a line topology, the stack is simply numbered from top to bottom, with the first unit in the stack designated at unit 1.
Switch Management The switch includes a management agent that allows you to configure or monitor the switch using its embedded management software. To manage the switch, you can make a direct connection to the console port (out-of-band), or you can manage it through a network connection (in-band) using Telnet, Secure Shell (SSH), a web browser, or SNMP-based network management software.
Chapter 6 | Switch Management Understanding the System Status LEDs Understanding the System Status LEDs The switch includes a display panel of key system LED indicators. The LEDs, which are located on the front panel, are shown below and described in the following table.
Chapter 6 | Switch Management How to Connect to the Console Port How to Connect to the Console Port The RJ-45 Console port on the front panel of the switch is used to connect a console device to the switch for out-of-band console configuration. The console device can be a PC or workstation running a VT-100 terminal emulator, or a VT-100 terminal.
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Chapter 6 | Switch Management How to Connect to the Console Port ◆ Flow control—None Follow these steps to connect to the Console port: Connect one end of the included RJ-45 to DB-9 serial cable to a DB-9 COM port connector on the management PC.
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Chapter 6 | Switch Management How to Connect to the Console Port For a detailed description of connecting to the console and using the switch’s command line interface (CLI), refer to the CLI Reference Guide. – 53 –...
Troubleshooting Diagnosing LED Indicators Table 13: Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Action ◆ Power LED is Off Check connections between the switch, the power cord, and the AC power outlet. ◆ Check the AC power outlet is supplying 110-240 VAC. ◆ Contact your dealer for assistance. ◆...
Chapter A | Troubleshooting Power and Cooling Problems Power and Cooling Problems If a power indicator does not turn on when the power cord is plugged in, you may have a problem with the power outlet, power cord, or internal power supply. However, if the switch shuts down after operating for a continuous period, check for loose power connections, power losses or surges at the power outlet.
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The Declaration of Conformity (DoC) can be obtained from www.edge-core.com -> support -> download -> declarations & certifications. E072015-CS 150200000990A R04...
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