Contents Introduction ................. 1 Chapter 1 Overview ................1 Front View of the Switch ..........1 Rear View of the Switch ..........2 LED Descriptions ............. 2 Mode/Reset Button ............5 Installing the Switch............6 Chapter 2 Package Contents ............6 Mounting the Switch in a 19-inch Rack ......
Chapter 1 Introduction Overview This user guide describes how to install, configure, and troubleshoot the PS3188C, 16 RJ-45 + 2 Combo port Web Smart Switch, PoE 250W. By reading this user guide, users can perform the following tasks: • To check the switch status by reading the LED behavior •...
Rear View of the Switch Figure 2: Rear panel of the switch LED Descriptions The LEDs on the front panel provide users with switch status checking and monitoring. There are three types of LEDs as follows: • System LED indicates if the switch is powered up correctly or not, or, indicates if there is a system alarm triggered for troubleshooting.
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Table 2: Mode LEDs Color State Description The RJ45/SFP Port Status LEDs are displaying Green link status and network activity of each port, with connection speed of 1000Mbps. Link/Act/ The RJ45/SFP Port Status LEDs are Speed displaying Amber link status and network activity of each port, with connection speed of 10/100Mbps.
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Table 3: Port Status LEDs By pressing the MODE button in less than 2 seconds to change LED modes (Link/Act/Speed Mode or PoE Mode), users can check the port status by reading the LED behaviors per the table below. When Link/Act/Speed Mode LED Lit LED Color State Description The port is enabled and established a link to connected...
Mode/Reset Button By pressing the Mode/Reset Button for certain period of time, users can perform the following tasks. • Change Port Status LED Mode to read the port status correctly in the two different modes (Link/Act/Speed mode or PoE mode). •...
Chapter 2 Installing the Switch Package Contents • The Switch • AC Power cord • Four adhesive rubber feet • Installation Guide • Mounting kit Note: The switch is an indoor device. If it is to be used with outdoor devices such as outdoor IP cameras or outdoor WiFi APs, then users are strongly suggested to install a surge protector or surge suppressor in order to protect the switch.
Mounting the Switch on Desk or Shelf Step 1: Verify that the workbench is sturdy and reliably grounded. Step 2: Attach the four adhesive rubber feet to the bottom of the switch. Figure 5: Attaching the Rubber Feet Connecting the AC Power Cord Step 1: Connect the AC power cord to the AC power receptacle of switch.
Installing SFP Modules You can install or remove a mini-GBIC SFP module from a SFP port without having to power off the switch. Step 1: Insert the module into the SFP port. Step 2: Press firmly to ensure that the module seats into the connector. Figure 7: Installing a SFP Module into a SFP Port...
Chapter 3 Initial Configuration of Switch Initial Switch Configuration Using Web Browsers After powering up the switch for the first time, you can perform the initial switch configuration using a web browser. For managing other switch features, please refer to the Web interface user guide for details. To begin with the initial configuration stage, you need to reconfigure your PC’s IP address and subnet mask so as to make sure the PC can communicate with the switch.
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Step 1: Type “network and sharing“ into the Search box in the Start Menu Step 2: Select Network and Sharing Center Step 3: Click on Change adapter settings on the left of PC screen Note: Users can also skip step 1 to 3, by pressing WinKey+R and type ”ncpa.cpl”...
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Figure 9: Web Interface login page If you do not see the above login page, please perform the following steps: Refresh the web page. Check to see if there is an IP conflict issue. Clean browser cookies and temporary internet files. Check your PC settings again and repeat step 2.
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting The following table provides information for users to easily troubleshoot problems by taking actions based on the suggested solutions within. Table 5: Troubleshooting Table Symptoms Possible Causes Suggested Solutions 1. Check if correct power cord is connected firmly to the switch and to the AC outlet socket.
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