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HP ProCurve Switch 212M and 224M Installation Guide...
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Hewlett-Packard. Warranty See the Customer Support/Warranty booklet included with the product. A copy of the specific warranty terms applicable to your Hewlett-Packard products and replacement parts can be obtained from your HP Sales and Service Office or authorized dealer.
Introducing the HP ProCurve Switch 212M and 224M The HP ProCurve Switch 212M and Switch 224M are low-cost multiport switches that can be used to build high-performance switched workgroup networks. These switches are store-and-forward devices that offer low latency for high-speed networking.
Network Ports 12 or 24 10Base-T RJ-45 ports one fixed 10/100Base-TX RJ-45 port one 100Base-T transceiver slot for installing an HP 10/100Base-TX or 100Base-FX transceiver All the fixed twisted-pair ports are wired as MDI-X. Therefore, to connect end nodes or other MDI-type devices to these ports, use “straight-through” twisted- pair cable;...
An incorrect transceiver has been installed in the transceiver slot. The transceiver port LED would flash simultaneously under this condition. The switch is in self test after being powered on or reset. If on for a prolonged time, the switch has failed its self test.
Console Port This port is used to connect a console to the switch by using the serial cable supplied with the switch. This connection is described under “Connecting a Console to the Switch” in chapter 2, “Installing the Switch 212M and 224M”.
For the specific method to restore the factory default configuration, see “Restoring the Factory Default Configuration” in chapter 8, “Troubleshooting” or the HP ProCurve Switch 212M and 224M Management and Configuration Guide that came with your switch.
Introducing the HP ProCurve Switch 212M and 224M Features Features The features of the Switch 212M and 224M include: 12 or 24 Ethernet/10Base-T ports with RJ-45 connectors two IEEE 802.3u 100Base-T compatible ports: one fixed 100Base-TX port with an RJ-45 connector, and one transceiver slot for either a 10/100Base-TX twisted-pair, or a 100Base-FX fiber-optic transceiver plug-and-play networking—all ports are enabled—just connect the...
- whenever a new destination address is found in a packet received on one of the switch ports, the destination address will not yet be in the switch’s address table and the Switch 212M/224M cannot know whether to forward or filter out the packet.
Introducing the HP ProCurve Switch 212M and 224M Switch Operation Overview Simultaneous Network Communications In addition to traffic isolation benefits provided by the Switch 212M/224M address table operation, the switch also enhances network performance because it can conduct multiple, simultaneous network connections. Instead of sharing the network bandwidth, as in connections to a hub, each connection has its own 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps bandwidth to use.
Installing the Switch 212M and 224M The HP Switch 212M and 224M are easy to install. They come with an accessory kit that includes the brackets for mounting the switches in a standard 19-inch telco rack, or equipment cabinet, or on a wall, and rubber feet so the switches can be securely located on any horizontal surface.
PC to the switch’s console port. At this point, the switch is fully installed and your network should be up and running. See the rest of this chapter if you need more detailed information on...
Installation Precautions: Follow these precautions when installing your HP Switch 212M or Switch 224M. W a r n i n g The rack or cabinet should be adequately secured to prevent it from becoming unstable and/or falling over. Devices installed in a rack or cabinet should be mounted as low as possible, with the heaviest device at the bottom and progressively lighter devices installed above.
In the front of the switch, leave at least 3 inches (7.6 cm) of space for the twisted-pair and fiber-optic cabling. In the back, leave at least 1 1/2 inches (3.8 cm) of space for the power cord.
If you do not install an optional transceiver, make sure that the cover plate is still attached over the slot for safe operation and proper switch cooling. Installing Transceivers Supported Transceiver Models: Install either of these HP 100Base-T transceiver modules into the transceiver slot: - HP J3192C 10/100Base-TX Twisted-Pair Transceiver Module...
If your installation requires a different power cord than the one supplied with the switch, be sure to use a power cord displaying the mark of the safety agency that defines the regulations for power cords in your country. The mark is your assurance that the power cord can be used safely with the switch.
When the switch is powered on, it performs its diagnostic self test. The test completes in approximately 20 seconds. LED Behavior: During the self test: Initially, all LEDs are on, except the Fdx mode indicator LED. The two • 100 LEDs are also not on initially, but turn on after a few seconds. This allows you to verify that all the LEDs are working.
Installation Procedures 4. Mount the Switch After you have verified that the switch passes self test, you are ready to power it off and mount the switch in a stable location. The Switch 212M/224M can be mounted in a variety of ways:...
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(0.5-inch) pair on both sides of the rack Place the switch in the rack and lower it so the notches in the bottom of the bracket slide onto the screws. Tighten these screws-be careful not to overtighten them.
Wall Mounting You can mount the switch on a wall as shown in the illustrations on the next page. C a u t i o n The switch should be mounted only to a wall or wood surface that is at least 1/2-inch plywood or its equivalent.
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Installing the Switch 212M and 224M Installation Procedures Attach the switch to the wall or wood surface with two 5/8-inch number 12 wood screws (not included). For “Bookshelf” Wall Mounting For “Flat” Wall Mounting 5/8-inch wood screw 5/8-inch wood screws...
Place the switch on a table or other horizontal surface. The switch comes with rubber feet in the accessory kit that can be used to help keep the switch from sliding on the surface. Attach the rubber feet to the four corners on the bottom of the switch in the embossed squares.
Press the small tab on the plug and pull the plug out of the jack. 100Base-T Xcvr Slot An optional 100Base-T transceiver module can be installed in the switch’s transceiver (Xcvr) slot to provide additional connectivity choices, including: See the documentation accompanying the optional transceiver modules for cabling configurations for those modules.
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You can use the console interface, or, if you have configured an IP address on the switch, the web browser interface, or HP TopTools for Hubs & Switches network management software to determine the state of the port and re-enable the port if necessary.
PC or VT-100 terminal to be used as a console directly to the switch. If the PC or terminal has a 25-pin serial connector, you can use a readily available 9-pin to 25-pin serial cable, or attach a 9-to-25 pin “straight-through”...
Press a key, and you will then see the switch console Main Menu. If you want to continue with console management of the switch at this time, refer to the HP ProCurve Switch 212M and 224M Management and Config- uration Guide that came with your switch. 2-16...
This section shows you a few sample network topologies in which the Switch 212M/224M is implemented. See the document Designing HP AdvanceStack Workgroup Networks, which can be found on the HP network products World Wide Web site, http://www.hp.com/go/network_city. You may also be able to obtain a printed copy of this document from your HP-authorized LAN dealer.
In general, the Switch 212M and 224M are designed to be used as desktop switches, but they can also be used as a segment switch. That is, with their high performance, they can be used for interconnecting network segments—...
The simpler desktop and segment networks shown in the previous two examples can easily be combined and expanded. For example, you could use an HP ProCurve Switch 8000M to interconnect each of your smaller switched workgroups to form a larger switched network. All the devices in this network can communicate with each other.
Hubs & Switches, or from any supported web browser, you will need to configure the IP address on the switch through the switch’s console interface; see the HP ProCurve Switch 212M and 224M Management and Configura- tion Guide for information on how to use the switch console interface to configure the IP address.
You can perform more in-depth troubleshooting using the software tools available with the switch, including the full-featured console interface, the built-in web browser interface, and HP TopTools for Hubs & Switches, the SNMP-based network management tool. See chapter 8, “Troubleshooting”...
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Refer to the Network Design Guide for topology configuration guidelines. This guide can be found online at the HP World Wide Web site for networking products, http://www.hp.com/go/ network_city under the In addition, you should make sure that your network topology contains no data path loops.
For the 100 Mbps ports, verify that you are using category 5, or better, UTP or the appropriate fiber-optic cable. • You can also use HP Top Tools for Hubs and Switches, the switch web browser interface, or the console to determine the state of the port.
Telnet connection when the switch is configured with an IP address. See chapter 8, “Troubleshooting”, in the HP ProCurve Switch 212M and 224M Management and Configuration Guide that came with your switch for more information on using these software tools to diagnose and manage your...
Checking the Switch LEDs The self-test passes if the Fault and Self Test LEDs on the front of the switch go off after approximately 20 seconds. If these LEDs stay on longer than 30 seconds or begin flashing, the switch may have to be replaced. See the Customer Support/Warranty booklet that came with your switch for more information.
The HP networking products World Wide Web site, http://www.hp.com/go/network_city also provides up-to-date support infor- mation. Additionally, your HP-authorized network reseller can also provide you with assistance, both with services that they offer and with services offered by HP.
Width: Depth: Height: Weight : • Switch 212M • Switch 224M Electrical The switch automatically adjusts to any voltage between 100-127 and 200-240 volts and either 50 or 60 Hz. AC voltage: Maximum current: Frequency range: Environmental Temperature: Relative humidity:...
Specifications Connectors The 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 twisted-pair ports on the switch and optional 10/ 100Base-TX Twisted-Pair Transceiver Module are compatible with the IEEE 802.3u 100Base-T standard. The 100 Mbps SC fiber-optic ports on the optional 100Base-FX Fiber-Optic Transceiver Module are compatible with the IEEE 802.3u 100Base-FX standard.
Switch 212M/224M. N o t e Incorrectly wired cabling is the most common cause of problems for LAN communications. HP recommends that you work with a qualified LAN cable installer for assistance with your cabling requirements. Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs The RJ-45 ports on the Switch 212M/224M and the 10/100Base-TX Transceiver Module that you can install into the transceiver slot are wired as MDI-X ports.
Cables and Connectors Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs Twisted-Pair Cable for Switch (MDI-X) to Computer (MDI) Network Connection To connect PCs or other MDI network devices to these ports, use a “straight- through” cable. N o t e Pins 1 and 2 on connector “A” must be wired as a twisted pair to pins 1 and 2 on connector “B”.
Twisted-Pair Cable for Switch (MDI-X) to Hub or Switch (MDI-X) Network Connection To connect hubs or switches or other MDI-X network devices to these ports, use a “crossover” cable. N o t e Pins 1 and 2 on connector “A” must be wired as a twisted pair to pins 3 and 6 on connector “B”.
Switch End (MDI-X) Signal receive + receive - transmit + transmit - Computer, Transceiver, or Other MDI Port End Pins Pins Hub or Switch Port, or Other MDI-X Port End Pins Pins Signal transmit + transmit - receive + receive - Signal...
100Base-FX Ports Fiber-optic cables connected to the 100Base-FX Transceiver Module that you can install in the Switch 212M/224M must be 1300 nm wavelength, multimode cable conforming to the ISO/IEC 793-2 type B1, and ITU-T G.652 standards, and the cables must have SC-type connectors.
These products do not have a power switch; they are powered on when the power cord is plugged in. Documentation reference symbol. If the product is marked with this symbol, refer to the product documentation to get more information about the product.
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Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Informations concernant la sécurité Informations concernant la sécurité WARNING CAUTION Cet appareil est un produit de classe I et possède une borne de mise à la terre. La source d'alimentation principale doit être munie d'une prise de terre de sécurité installée aux bornes du câblage d'entrée, sur le cordon d'alimentation ou le cordon de raccordement fourni avec le produit.
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Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Considerazioni sulla sicurezza Considerazioni sulla sicurezza WARNING CAUTION Questo prodotto è omologato nella classe di sicurezza I ed ha un terminale protettivo di collegamento a terra. Dev'essere installato un collegamento a terra di sicurezza, non interrompibile che vada dalla fonte d'alimentazione principale ai terminali d'entrata, al cavo d'alimentazione oppure al set cavo d'alimentazione fornito con il prodotto.
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Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements U.S.A. FCC Class A This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
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… 1-4 Mode Select indicator LEDs … 1-3 Mode Select button and indicator LEDs … 1-4 location on switch … 1-2 mounting the switch in a rack … 2-8 precautions … 2-3 on a horizontal surface … 2-12 on a wall …...
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… A-1 physical … A-1 safety … A-2 straight-through cable pin-out … B-4 summary of cables to use with switch … 2-4 of switch installation steps … 2-2 switch description … 1-1 electrical specifications … A-1 environmental specifications … A-1 features …...
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