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- Page 1 CentreCOM ® GS970EMX Series Fanless Gigabit Layer 3 Lite Access Switches GS970EMX/10 GS970EMX/20 GS970EMX/28 Installation Guide for Standalone Switches 613-003019 Rev. C...
- Page 2 Allied Telesis, Inc. has been advised of, known, or should have known, the...
- Page 3 Electrical Safety and Emissions Standards This product meets the following standards. U.S. Federal Communications Commission Radiated Energy Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules.
- Page 4 Table 1. Product Certifications (Continued) European Economic Area (EEA) (Conformité Européenne) WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) RoHS (EU 1025/863) (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) European Standards (EN) EMC (Immunity): EN 55024, EN 55035 Laser Safety: EN 60825-1 EN 55032 Class A, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3 India (Telecommunications Engineering Center) Japan...
- Page 5 Translated Safety Statements Important: Safety statements that have the symbol are translated into multiple languages in the Translated Safety Statements document at www.alliedtelesis.com/us/en/documents/translated- safety-statements Remarque: Les consignes de sécurité portant le symbole sont traduites dans plusieurs langues dans le document Translated Safety Statements, disponible à l'adresse www.alliedtelesis.com/us/ en/documents/translated-safety-statements.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Preface ....................................13 Document Conventions ................................14 Contacting Allied Telesis ..............................15 Chapter 1: Overview ................................17 Front and Back Panels .................................18 Features ....................................20 10/100/1000Mbps Copper Ports ............................20 1/2.5/5/10Gbps Multi-Gigabit Copper Ports ........................20 1/10Gbps SFP+ Ports ..............................20 Port and System LEDs..............................21 Installation Options ................................21 MAC Address Table ...............................21... - Page 8 Contents Chapter 5: Installing the GS970EMX/28 Switch in an Equipment Rack ................71 Introduction...................................72 Installing the GS970EMX/28 Switch.............................73 Chapter 6: Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch on a Wall ....................75 Introduction...................................76 Installation Guidelines ................................78 Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch.............................79 Chapter 7: Installing GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches on a Wall ..............85 Installation Guidelines ................................86 Installing GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches on a Wooden Wall.................88 Plywood Base for a Wall with Wooden Studs ........................88...
- Page 9 Figures Figure 1: Front Panel of the GS970EMX/10 Switch ......................18 Figure 2: Front Panel of the GS970EMX/20 Switch ......................18 Figure 3: Front Panel of the GS970EMX/28 Switch ......................19 Figure 4: Back Panels ................................19 Figure 5: Speed/Activity and Duplex Mode LEDs for the 10/100/1000Mbps Copper Ports..........28 Figure 6: Speed/Activity LEDs for the 1/2.5/5/10Gbps Multi-Gigabit Copper Ports..............30 Figure 7: Speed/Activity LEDs for the 1/10Gbps SFP+ Ports....................31 Figure 8: Switch ID LED ...............................33...
- Page 10 Figures Figure 50: Unsupported Wall Installation ..........................86 Figure 51: GS970EMX Switch on a Wall with a Plywood Base ....................88 Figure 52: Steps to Installing GS970EMX Switches on a Plywood Base ................89 Figure 53: Attaching the BRKT-J24 Wall Brackets to the GS970EMX Switch..............90 Figure 54: Securing the GS970EMX Switch to the Plywood Base ..................91 Figure 55: Marking the Locations of the BRKT-J24 Bracket Holes on a Concrete Wall ............93 Figure 56: Securing the GS970EMX Switch on a Concrete Wall ..................94...
- Page 11 Tables Table 1: Product Certifications ...............................3 Table 2: Specifications of the 10/100/1000Mbps Copper Ports ...................23 Table 3: Specifications of the 1/2.5/5/10Gbps Multi-Gigabit Copper Ports ................25 Table 4: Speed/Activity LEDs for the 10/100/1000Mbps Copper Ports ................28 Table 5: Duplex Mode LEDs for the 10/100/1000Mbps Copper Ports .................29 Table 6: Speed/Activity LEDs for the 1/2.5/5/10Gbps Multi-Gigabit Copper Ports ..............30 Table 7: Speed/Activity LEDs for the 1/10Gbps SFP+ Ports ....................31 Table 8: Product Dimensions (H x W x D) .........................118...
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Page 13: Preface
The preface contains the following sections: “Document Conventions” on page 14 “Contacting Allied Telesis” on page 15 The GS970EMX Switches support Virtual Chassis Stacking (VCStack™). The feature allows you manage multiple switches as a single unit and add redundancy to your network topology by distributing functions across multiple devices. -
Page 14: Document Conventions
Preface Document Conventions This document uses the following conventions: Note Notes provide additional information. Caution Cautions inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in equipment damage or loss of data. Warning Warnings inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in bodily injury. -
Page 15: Contacting Allied Telesis
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Contacting Allied Telesis For assistance with this product, you may contact Allied Telesis technical support on the Services & Support section of the Allied Telesis web site at www.alliedtelesis.com/us/en/services-support. The page has links to the following services: Helpdesk (Support Portal) - Log onto Allied Telesis interactive ... - Page 16 Preface...
- Page 17 Chapter 1 Overview This chapter contains the following sections: “Front and Back Panels” on page 18 “Features” on page 20 “10/100/1000Mbps Copper Ports” on page 23 “1/2.5/5/10Gbps Multi-Gigabit Copper Ports” on page 25 “SFP+ Ports” on page 27 ...
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Page 18: Chapter 1: Overview
Chapter 1: Overview Front and Back Panels Figure 1 shows the front panel of the GS970EMX/10 Switch. E. One USB Flash Drive A. Eight 10/100/1000Mbps Port Copper Ports F. Switch ID LED B. One 1/2.5/5/10Gbps Multi-Gigabit Copper Port G. eco-friendly Button C. -
Page 19: Figure 3: Front Panel Of The Gs970Emx/28 Switch
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Figure 3 shows the front panel of the GS970EMX/28 Switch. E. One Local Management A. Twenty-four 10/100/ Console Port 1000Mbps Copper Ports F. Switch ID LED B. Two 1/2.5/5/10Gbps Multi-Gigabit Copper Ports G. -
Page 20: Features
Chapter 1: Overview Features 10/100/1000Mbps The basic features of the 10/100/1000Mbps copper ports are listed here: Copper Ports 10Base-T, 100Base-TX, and 1000Base-T compliant IEEE 802.3u Auto-Negotiation compliant Auto-MDI/MDIX 100 meters (328 feet) maximum operating distance IEEE 802.3x flow control in 10/100Base-TX full-duplex mode ... -
Page 21: Port And System Leds
The ports support full-duplex mode only. Note SFP and SFP+ transceivers are sold separately. Refer to the product’s data sheet on the Allied Telesis website for a list of supported transceivers. Note The switches do not support the 7-meter SP10TW7 direct connect twinax cable. -
Page 22: Management Software And Interfaces
Chapter 1: Overview Automatic learning and aging Management Here are the management software and interfaces: Software and AlliedWare Plus Management Software Interfaces Local management through the Console port Remote Telnet and Secure Shell management Remote HTTP and HTTPS web browser management ... -
Page 23: 10/100/1000Mbps Copper Ports
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches 10/100/1000Mbps Copper Ports Table 1 lists the specifications of the 10/100/1000Mbps copper ports. Table 1. Specifications of the 10/100/1000Mbps Copper Ports Feature Description Speeds Port speeds are listed here: - 10Mbps (IEEE802.3 10Base-T) - 100Mbps (IEEE802.3u 100Base-TX) - Page 24 Chapter 1: Overview Table 1. Specifications of the 10/100/1000Mbps Copper Ports (Continued) Feature Description Additional Features Additional features are listed here: - 8-pin RJ-45 connectors - Backpressure flow control supported at half- duplex mode - Non-blocking, wire speed supported at all speeds.
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Page 25: 1/2.5/5/10Gbps Multi-Gigabit Copper Ports
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches 1/2.5/5/10Gbps Multi-Gigabit Copper Ports The GS970EMX/10 Switch has one Multi-Gigabit copper port. The GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches have two Multi-Gigabit copper ports. Table 2 lists the port specifications. Table 2. Specifications of the 1/2.5/5/10Gbps Multi-Gigabit Copper Ports... - Page 26 Chapter 1: Overview Table 2. Specifications of the 1/2.5/5/10Gbps Multi-Gigabit Copper Ports Specification Description Additional Features Additional features are listed here: - 8-pin RJ-45 connectors - Non-blocking, wire speed supported at all speeds - Supports up to 12KB jumbo frames at 1/ 5/10Gbps - Supports up to 10KB jumbo frames at 2.5Gbps...
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Page 27: Sfp+ Ports
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches SFP+ Ports The GS970EMX/10 Switch has one SFP+ port. The GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches have two SFP+ ports. The ports support the following types of 1Gbps SFP and 10Gbps SFP+ transceivers: 1Gbps SFP 1000Base-SX/LX transceivers ... -
Page 28: Port Leds
Chapter 1: Overview Port LEDs This section describes the copper, Multi-Gigabit, and SFP+ port LEDs. 10/100/1000Mbps The 10/100/1000Mbps copper ports have two LEDs that display the following information: Copper Port LEDs Speed/activity Duplex mode The LEDs are identified in Figure 5. Duplex mode LED Speed/activity LED Duplex mode LED... - Page 29 CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Table 3. Speed/Activity LEDs for the 10/100/1000Mbps Copper Ports State Description Possible causes of this state are listed here: - The port has not established a link with another network device. - The LEDs are turned off. To turn on the LEDs, use the eco-friendly button.
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Page 30: 1/2.5/5/10Gbps Multi-Gigabit Copper Port Leds
Chapter 1: Overview 1/2.5/5/10Gbps The 1/2.5/5/10Gbps Multi-Gigabit copper ports have two LEDs that display speed/activity information. Refer to Figure 6. Multi-Gigabit Copper Port LEDs 1Gbps 2.5/5/10Gbps GS970EMX/10 Switch 1Gbps 2.5/5/10Gbps 1Gbps 2.5/5/10Gbps GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches Figure 6. Speed/Activity LEDs for the 1/2.5/5/10Gbps Multi-Gigabit Copper Ports Table 5 describes the LEDs. -
Page 31: 1/10Gbps Sfp+ Port Leds
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Table 5. Speed/Activity LEDs for the 1/2.5/5/10Gbps Multi-Gigabit Copper Ports (Continued) State Description Possible causes of this state are listed here: - The port has not established a link with another network device. -
Page 32: Eco-Friendly Button
Chapter 1: Overview eco-friendly Button You use the eco-friendly button on the front panel of the switch to toggle the port LEDs on and off. You can conserve electricity by turning off the LEDs when you are not monitoring the device. When the LEDs are turned off, the switch is operating in the low power eco-friendly mode. -
Page 33: Switch Id Led
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Switch ID LED The Switch ID LED, shown in Figure 8, is for the VCStack feature for the GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches. You can manage up to four switches as a single unit. This simplifies network management and allows you to add redundancy to your network topology by distributing functions across multiple switches. -
Page 34: Figure 10: Switch Id Led With Eco-Friendly Mode On (Port Leds Off)
Chapter 1: Overview Note The GS970EMX/10 Switch does not support the VCStack feature. It operates as a standalone device with the Switch ID “0”. Note If the Switch ID LED displays “F” for a fault condition, use the SHOW SYSTEM ENVIRONMENT command in the command line interface of the AlliedWare Plus management software to identify the source of the problem. -
Page 35: Usb Port
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches USB Port You can use the USB port to store configuration files on flash drives to maintain a history of the switch’s configurations, or to restore configuration files to the switch. You can also use the port and flash drives to quickly configure replacement units and update the AlliedWare Plus management software. -
Page 36: Console Port
To perform local management sessions, you need a management cable to connect your workstation to the Console port. Two cables are available from Allied Telesis. One cable comes with the switch. It has an RJ-45 (8P8C) connector that connects to the Console port on the switch and a DB-9 (D-sub 9-pin) connector that connects to your workstation. -
Page 37: Figure 13: Vt-Kit3 Management Cable, Management Workstation, And Switch
You connect the cable to the Console port on the switch with a standard, straight-through Ethernet cable. Refer to Figure 13. The cable requires a software driver from Allied Telesis. The VT-Kit3 management cable is sold separately. Figure 13. VT-Kit3 Management Cable, Management Workstation, and... -
Page 38: Power Supply And Power Savings Features
Chapter 1: Overview Power Supply and Power Savings Features The switches have one internal power supply. The power supply is not field-replaceable. Refer to “Power Specifications” on page 122 for the input voltage ranges. Warning Power cord is used as a disconnection device. To de-energize equipment, disconnect the power cord. -
Page 39: Chapter 2: Beginning The Installation
Chapter 2 Beginning the Installation The chapter contains the following sections: “Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 40 “Choosing a Site for the Switch” on page 44 “Unpacking the Switch” on page 46 “Installation Options” on page 48 ... -
Page 40: Reviewing Safety Precautions
Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation Reviewing Safety Precautions Review the following safety precautions before beginning the installation procedure. Note Safety statements that have the symbol are translated into multiple languages in the Translated Safety Statements document at www.alliedtelesis.com/en/documents/translated-safety- statements. Note Les consignes de sécurité... - Page 41 CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Warning Power cord is used as a disconnection device. To de-energize equipment, disconnect the power cord. Warning Class I Equipment. This equipment must be earthed. The power plug must be connected to a properly wired earth ground socket outlet.
- Page 42 Use dedicated power circuits or power conditioners to supply reliable electrical power to the device. Caution The chassis may be heavy and awkward to lift. Allied Telesis recommends that you get assistance when mounting the chassis in an equipment rack. ...
- Page 43 CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Caution The unit does not contain serviceable components. Please return damaged units for servicing. Warning The temperature of an active SFP transceiver may exceed 40° C (158° F). Exercise caution when handling with unprotected hands.
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Page 44: Choosing A Site For The Switch
Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation Choosing a Site for the Switch Site and enclosure requirements are described in the following sections: “Site Requirements,” next “Enclosure Requirements” on page 45 Site Observe these site requirements when planning the installation. Requirements The GS970EMX Switches are fanless. -
Page 45: Enclosure Requirements
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Warning Switches should not be stacked on top of one another on a table or desktop because that could present a personal safety hazard if you need to move or replace switches. -
Page 46: Unpacking The Switch
One AC power cord One power cord retainer clip Four bumper feet Four M3x4.5 screws for the bumper feet Figure 14. Accessory Items Note Please retain the original packaging material in the event you need to return the unit to Allied Telesis. -
Page 47: Figure 15: Equipment Rack Brackets Included With The Gs970Emx/28 Switch
Two equipment rack brackets Six 4x8mm screws for attaching the brackets to the switch. Figure 15. Equipment Rack Brackets Included with the GS970EMX/28 Switch Note If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for assistance. -
Page 48: Installation Options
Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation Installation Options The following sections illustrate the installation options for the switches. GS970EMX/10 Figure 16 illustrates the installation options for the GS970EMX/10 Switch. Switch Table or desktop with the bumper feet included with the switch. Standard 19-inch equipment rack with RKMT-J05 rack-mount brackets kit. -
Page 49: Gs970Emx/20 Switch
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches GS970EMX/20 Figure 17 illustrates the installation options for the GS970EMX/20 Switch. Switch Table or desktop with the bumper feet included with the switch. Standard 19-inch equipment rack with the RKMT-J13 equipment rack brackets kit. -
Page 50: Gs970Emx/28 Switch
Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation GS970EMX/28 Figure 17 illustrates the installation options for the GS970EMX/28 Switch. Switch Table or desktop with the bumper feet included with the switch. Standard 19-inch equipment rack with the equipment rack brackets included with the switch, or the RKMT-J13 equipment rack brackets kit. -
Page 51: Hardware Options
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Hardware Options The following hardware options are sold separately. RKMT-J05 Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack requires the RKMT-J05 brackets kit. Refer to Figure 19. For instructions, Equipment Rack refer to Chapter 3, “Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch in an Equipment... -
Page 52: Rkmt-J13 Equipment Rack Brackets Kit
Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation RKMT-J13 Installing the GS970EMX/20 Switch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack requires the RKMT-J13 brackets kit. Refer to Figure 21. The kit allows you Equipment Rack to install the switch with the front panel flush with or recessed 50mm (2 in.) Brackets Kit behind the front of the equipment rack. -
Page 53: Brkt-J24 Wall Brackets Kit
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches BRKT-J24 Wall The GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches are installed on a wall with the BRKT-J24 wall brackets kit. Refer to Figure 22. For instructions, Brackets Kit refer to Chapter 7, “Installing GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches on a Wall”... -
Page 54: Installing The Switch On A Table
Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation Installing the Switch on a Table You can operate the switches on a table or desktop. Refer to Figure 23. Figure 23. Switch Installation on a Table The following guidelines are in addition to those in “Choosing a Site for the Switch”... -
Page 55: Figure 25: Attaching The Bumper Feet
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches The illustration in the procedure shows the GS970EMX/28 Switch. The procedure is the same for all GS970EMX Switches. Note Bumper feet are required for tabletop installation. They promote cooling by allowing airflow beneath the switch. - Page 56 Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation...
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Page 57: Chapter 3: Installing The Gs970Emx/10 Switch In An Equipment Rack
Chapter 3 Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch in an Equipment Rack The instructions in this chapter explain how to install the GS970EMX/10 Switch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack with the RKMT-J05 equipment rack brackets kit. Here are the sections: “Introduction” on page 58 ... -
Page 58: Introduction
Chapter 3: Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch in an Equipment Rack Introduction Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack requires the RKMT-J05 equipment rack brackets kit. The brackets allow you to install the switch with the front panel flush with the front of the equipment rack or with the switch projecting in front of the rack. -
Page 59: Figure 27: Gs970Emx/10 Switch With Rkmt-J05 Cable Trays
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches The RKMT-J05 bracket kit includes two cable trays and ten tie wraps for physically securing the power cord or network cables. Refer to Figure 27. Figure 27. GS970EMX/10 Switch with RKMT-J05 Cable Trays... -
Page 60: Installing The Gs970Emx/10 Switch
Chapter 3: Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch in an Equipment Rack Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch This section contains instructions for installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack with the RKMT-J05 equipment rack brackets kit. Here are the required items: One RKMT-J05 rack mount brackets kit (sold separately) ... -
Page 61: Figure 29: Attaching The Short Rkmt-J05 Brackets To The Long Brackets
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches 4. Attach the short brackets to the long brackets using the supplied M4x6mm countersunk screws. Refer to Figure 29. Figure 29. Attaching the Short RKMT-J05 Brackets to the Long Brackets... -
Page 62: Figure 30: Attaching The Rkmt-J05 Cord Trays To The Long Brackets
Chapter 3: Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch in an Equipment Rack 5. Attach one or both cord trays to the long brackets. The cord trays are optional. Refer to Figure 30. Figure 30. Attaching the RKMT-J05 Cord Trays to the Long Brackets... -
Page 63: Figure 31: Attaching The Rkmt-J05 Brackets To The Switch
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches 6. Attach the brackets to the bottom panel of the switch. Refer to Figure 31. Figure 31. Attaching the RKMT-J05 Brackets to the Switch 7. Turn the switch right-side up on the table. -
Page 64: Figure 32: Attaching The Gs970Emx/10 Switch To An Equipment Rack
Chapter 3: Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch in an Equipment Rack 8. Have another person hold the switch in the equipment rack while you secure it with four standard equipment rack screws (not provided). Refer to Figure 32. Figure 32. Attaching the GS970EMX/10 Switch to an Equipment Rack 9. -
Page 65: Chapter 4: Installing The Gs970Emx/20 Switch In An Equipment Rack
Chapter 4 Installing the GS970EMX/20 Switch in an Equipment Rack This chapter contains installation instructions for the GS970EMX/20 Switch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack with the RKMT-J13 equipment rack brackets kit. Here are the sections in the chapter: “Introduction” on page 66 ... -
Page 66: Introduction
Chapter 4: Installing the GS970EMX/20 Switch in an Equipment Rack Introduction Installing the GS970EMX/20 Switch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack requires the RKMT-J13 equipment rack brackets kit. The kit allows you to install the switch with its front panel flush with or recessed 50mm (2 in.) behind the front of the equipment rack. -
Page 67: Installing The Gs970Emx/20 Switch
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Installing the GS970EMX/20 Switch This section contains the procedure for installing the GS970EMX/20 Switch in standard 19-inch equipment rack with the RKMT-J13 equipment rack brackets kit. Here are the required items: One RKMT-J13 equipment rack brackets kit. -
Page 68: Figure 35: Attaching The Extenders To The Rkmt-J13 Brackets
Chapter 4: Installing the GS970EMX/20 Switch in an Equipment Rack Figure 35. Attaching the Extenders to the RKMT-J13 Brackets 5. Attach the brackets to the sides of the switch with six of the 4x8mm screws included in the kit. Refer to Figure 36. Figure 36. -
Page 69: Figure 37: Securing The Gs970Emx/20 Switch In A Standard 19-Inch Equipment Rack
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches 6. Have another person hold the switch at the selected location in the equipment rack while you secure it using four standard equipment rack screws (not provided). Refer to Figure 37. Figure 37. Securing the GS970EMX/20 Switch in a Standard 19-inch Equipment Rack 7. - Page 70 Chapter 4: Installing the GS970EMX/20 Switch in an Equipment Rack...
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Page 71: Chapter 5: Installing The Gs970Emx/28 Switch In An Equipment Rack
Chapter 5 Installing the GS970EMX/28 Switch in an Equipment Rack This chapter contains installation instructions for the GS970EMX/28 Switch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack. Here are the sections: “Introduction” on page 72 “Installing the GS970EMX/28 Switch” on page 73 ... -
Page 72: Introduction
Chapter 5: Installing the GS970EMX/28 Switch in an Equipment Rack Introduction The GS970EMX/28 Switch comes with two brackets for installing the device in a standard 19-inch equipment rack. Refer to Figure 38. The brackets and screws are shown in Figure 15 on page 47. Figure 38. -
Page 73: Installing The Gs970Emx/28 Switch
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Installing the GS970EMX/28 Switch This section contains the procedure for installing the GS970EMX/28 Switch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack with the two equipment rack brackets included with the device. Here are the required items: Two equipment rack brackets (included with the switch). -
Page 74: Figure 40: Securing The Gs970Emx/28 Switch In A Standard 19-Inch Equipment Rack
Chapter 5: Installing the GS970EMX/28 Switch in an Equipment Rack Figure 40. Securing the GS970EMX/28 Switch in a Standard 19-inch Equipment Rack... - Page 75 Chapter 6 Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch on a Wall This chapter explains how to install the GS970EMX/10 Switch on a wall with the BRKT-J23 wall brackets kit. The sections are listed here: “Introduction” on page 76 “Installation Guidelines” on page 78 ...
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Page 76: Chapter 6: Installing The Gs970Emx/10 Switch On A Wall
Chapter 6: Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch on a Wall Introduction Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch on a wall requires the BRKT-J23 wall brackets kit. The kit contains two identical brackets. Refer to Figure 20 on page 51. The BRKT-J23 kit is sold separately. You can install the switch with the front panel facing up, left or right, with two or four brackets. -
Page 77: Figure 42: Gs970Emx/10 Switch With Four Brkt-J23 Wall Brackets
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Figure 42 shows the switch with four brackets. Figure 42. GS970EMX/10 Switch with Four BRKT-J23 Wall Brackets Do not install the switch with the front panel facing down. Refer to Figure 43. -
Page 78: Installation Guidelines
Chapter 6: Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch on a Wall Installation Guidelines Here are the guidelines to installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch on a wall: As shown in Figure 41 on page 76 and Figure 42 on page 77, the BRKT-J23 wall brackets secure the device by its sides. Installing the brackets over the front or rear panel will block copper ports or the AC power connector. -
Page 79: Installing The Gs970Emx/10 Switch
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch Here are the required tools and material for installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch on a wooden or concrete wall with the BRKT-J23 brackets: One or two BRKT-J23 brackets kits ... -
Page 80: Figure 44: Marking The Screw Holes For Two Brkt-J23 Brackets
Chapter 6: Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch on a Wall To install the GS970EMX/10 Switch on a wall, perform the following procedure: 1. Place the switch on a table or desk. Note If the bumper feet are installed on the bottom panel of the switch, remove them before continuing. -
Page 81: Figure 45: Marking The Screw Holes For Four Brkt-J23 Brackets
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Figure 45. Marking the Screw Holes for Four BRKT-J23 Brackets 5. Place the switch and brackets on a table. 6. For a wooden wall, use a stud-finder to determine if there are any live electrical wires at the screw hole locations. -
Page 82: Figure 46: Attaching The Bottom Brkt-J23 Brackets To The Wall
Chapter 6: Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch on a Wall Figure 46. Attaching the Bottom BRKT-J23 Brackets to the Wall... -
Page 83: Figure 47: Sliding The Switch Into The Brkt-J23 Brackets
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches 10. Slide the switch into the BRKT-J23 brackets. Refer to Figure 47. Figure 47. Sliding the Switch into the BRKT-J23 Brackets Note If you are installing the switch with two brackets, skip the next step and go to Chapter 8, “Verifying the Switch”... -
Page 84: Figure 48: Attaching The Top Brkt-J23 Brackets To The Wall
Chapter 6: Installing the GS970EMX/10 Switch on a Wall 11. Attach the two top brackets to the wall with appropriate screws. Refer to Figure 48. Figure 48. Attaching the Top BRKT-J23 Brackets to the Wall 12. Go to Chapter 8, “Verifying the Switch” on page 95. - Page 85 Chapter 7 Installing GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches on a Wall This chapter contains instructions for installing GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches on a wall with the BRKT-J24 wall brackets kit. The chapter contains the following sections: “Installation Guidelines” on page 86 ...
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Page 86: Chapter 7: Installing Gs970Emx/20 And Gs970Emx/28 Switches On A Wall
Chapter 7: Installing GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches on a Wall Installation Guidelines Wall installations of GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches require the BRKT-J24 wall brackets kit. Refer to Figure 22 on page 53. You can install the switches with the front panels facing up, left or right. Refer to Figure 49. - Page 87 CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Do not install the switches on a wall that has metal studs. Metal studs may not be strong enough to safely support the device. Do not install the switch on sheetrock or similar material. Sheetrock ...
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Page 88: Installing Gs970Emx/20 And Gs970Emx/28 Switches On A Wooden Wall
This section contains the procedures for installing the switch on a wooden wall. Plywood Base for When installing the switch on a wall that has wooden studs, Allied Telesis recommends installing the device on a plywood base. (A plywood base is a Wall with not required for concrete walls.) Refer to Figure 51. -
Page 89: Figure 52: Steps To Installing Gs970Emx Switches On A Plywood Base
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches The plywood base should be mounted on two studs in the wall. The recommended minimum dimensions of a plywood base for GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches are listed here: Width: 55.9 centimeters (22 inches) ... -
Page 90: Installing The Switch On A Plywood Base
Switch on a and “Choosing a Site for the Switch” on page 44 before performing the Plywood Base procedure. Allied Telesis recommends a minimum of two people for this procedure. Warning The device is heavy. Always ask for assistance before moving or lifting it to avoid injuring yourself or damaging the equipment. -
Page 91: Figure 54: Securing The Gs970Emx Switch To The Plywood Base
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches 4. Have another person hold the switch on the plywood base on the wall while you secure it with appropriate screws. Follow these guidelines when positioning the switch on the wall: You can install the switch with the front panel facing up, left, or ... -
Page 92: Installing Gs970Emx/20 And Gs970Emx/28 Switches On A Concrete Wall
Chapter 7: Installing GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches on a Wall Installing GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches on a Concrete Wall This section contains instructions for installing GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches on a concrete wall with the BRKT-J24 wall brackets kit. Review “Installation Guidelines” on page 86 before performing the procedure: Warning The device is heavy. -
Page 93: Figure 55: Marking The Locations Of The Brkt-J24 Bracket Holes On A Concrete Wall
Prior to drilling, set the drill to hammer and rotation mode. The modes break up the concrete and clean out the hole. Allied Telesis recommends cleaning out the holes with a brush or compressed air. 7. Insert appropriate anchors in the holes. -
Page 94: Figure 56: Securing The Gs970Emx Switch On A Concrete Wall
Chapter 7: Installing GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches on a Wall Figure 56. Securing the GS970EMX Switch on a Concrete Wall... -
Page 95: Chapter 8: Verifying The Switch
Chapter 8 Verifying the Switch The procedures in this chapter explain how to start a local management session on the switch, verify its hardware status, and disable the VCStack feature to use the switch as a standalone device. This chapter contains the following procedures: “Powering On the Switch”... -
Page 96: Powering On The Switch
Chapter 8: Verifying the Switch Powering On the Switch For AC power specifications, refer to “Power Specifications” on page 122. Warning Power cord is used as a disconnection device. To de-energize equipment, disconnect the power cord. E3 Note Pluggable Equipment. The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. -
Page 97: Figure 59: Lowering The Power Cord Retaining Clip
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches 3. Lower the power cord retaining clip to secure the cord to the switch. Refer to Figure 59. Figure 59. Lowering the Power Cord Retaining Clip 4. Connect the power cord to an appropriate AC power source. Refer to Figure 60. -
Page 98: Starting A Local Management Session
Chapter 8: Verifying the Switch Starting a Local Management Session The switch supports the following types of management: Local management: Local management sessions are performed through the Console port on the switch. The switch does not require an IP address for local management. Remote network: You can manage the switch over your network ... -
Page 99: Figure 63: Management Workstation, Vt-Kit3 Management Cable, And Switch
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Figure 63. Management Workstation, VT-Kit3 Management Cable, and Switch For instructions on how to start a remote management session, refer to the GS970EMX Series Software Reference for AlliedWare Plus Operating System. To start a local management session with the management cable included with the switch, perform the following procedure: 1. -
Page 100: Figure 65: User Exec Mode Prompt
Chapter 8: Verifying the Switch 5. Configure the VT-100 terminal or terminal emulation program as follows: Baud rate: 9600 bps (The baud rate of the Console Port is adjustable from 9600 to 115200 bps. The default is 9600 bps.) Data bits: 8 ... -
Page 101: Displaying The Hardware Status And Disabling Vcstack
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Displaying the Hardware Status and Disabling VCStack This section contains the procedure for verifying the hardware status of the switch from a local or remote management session. It also explains how to... -
Page 102: Figure 67: Confirmation Prompt For The No Stack Enable Command
Chapter 8: Verifying the Switch 6. To. disable the VCStack feature, enter the NO STACK ENABLE command in this format: no stack id enable The ID parameter is the ID number of the switch, displayed on the ID LED. Replace the parameter with the number displayed by the ID LED. For example, if the Switch ID LED number is 1, the default value, you enter the command as follows: awplus(config)# no stack 1 enable... - Page 103 CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches 13. Examine the Switch ID LED. The ID number should be “0”, indicating that VCStack is disabled. The switch is now operating as a standalone unit. The S1 and S2 ports can be used as regular networking ports.
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Page 105: Chapter 9: Cabling Copper And Sfp+ Ports
Chapter 9 Cabling Copper and SFP+ Ports This chapter contains the following sections: “Cabling Copper Ports” on page 106 “Guidelines to Handling SFP and SFP+ Transceivers” on page 107 “Installing 1Gbps SFP and 10Gbps SFP+ Transceivers” on page 108 ... -
Page 106: Cabling Copper Ports
Chapter 9: Cabling Copper and SFP+ Ports Cabling Copper Ports Here are the guidelines to cabling the copper ports: The cable specifications are in “10/100/1000Mbps Copper Ports” on page 23 and “1/2.5/5/10Gbps Multi-Gigabit Copper Ports” on page 25. The connectors on the cables should fit snugly into the ports, and ... -
Page 107: Guidelines To Handling Sfp And Sfp+ Transceivers
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Guidelines to Handling SFP and SFP+ Transceivers Review the following guidelines before installing SFP and SFP+ transceivers in the switch: Transceivers are hot-swappable. You can install them while the switch is powered on. -
Page 108: Installing 1Gbps Sfp And 10Gbps Sfp+ Transceivers
1. Select an SFP+ port for the transceiver. 2. Remove the transceiver from its shipping container and store the packaging material in a safe location. 3. Position the transceiver with the Allied Telesis label facing up. Refer to Figure 70. Figure 70. Installing an SFP+ Transceiver 4. -
Page 109: Figure 71: Removing The Dust Cover From An Sfp+ Transceiver
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Figure 71. Removing the Dust Cover from an SFP+ Transceiver 6. Verify that the transceiver handle is in the upright position. Refer to Figure 72. SFP+ Handle Figure 72. Positioning the SFP+ Handle in the Upright Position 7. -
Page 110: Figure 73: Connecting A Fiber Optic Cable To An Sfp Or Sfp+ Transceiver
Chapter 9: Cabling Copper and SFP+ Ports Figure 73. Connecting a Fiber Optic Cable to an SFP or SFP+ Transceiver 8. Repeat this procedure to install a second transceiver. -
Page 111: Installing Sp10Tw Direct Connect Twinax Cables In Sfp+ Ports
1. Select an SFP+ port for the transceiver. 2. Remove the transceiver from its shipping container and store the packaging material in a safe location. 3. Position the transceiver with the Allied Telesis label facing up. Refer to Figure 74. Figure 74. Installing an SP10TW Cable 4. - Page 112 Chapter 9: Cabling Copper and SFP+ Ports 6. Repeat this procedure to install a second transceiver. Note To remove the connector and cable from the port, gently push on the connector, pull on the release tab, and slide the connector from the switch.
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Page 113: Chapter 10: Troubleshooting
This chapter contains suggestions on troubleshooting problems with the switch. Note For further assistance, contact Allied Telesis Technical Support at www.alliedtelesis.com/us/en/services-support. Problem 1: The ports are connected to network devices but the port LEDs and Switch ID LED are off. - Page 114 Chapter 10: Troubleshooting Verify that you are using the appropriate category of cable. Cable requirements are listed in Table 1 on page 23 and Table 2 on page 25. Verify that the port is connected to the correct cable. ...
- Page 115 CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Problem 4: The switch functions intermittently. Solutions: Check the system hardware status through the AlliedWare Plus management software: Use the SHOW SYSTEM ENVIRONMENT command in the Privileged Exec mode to verify that the input voltage from the power source to the switch is stable and within the approved operating range.
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Page 117: Appendix A: Technical Specifications
Appendix A Technical Specifications This appendix contains the following sections: ”Physical Specifications” on page 118 ”Environmental Specifications” on page 121 ”Power Specifications” on page 122 ”Certifications” on page 123 ”RJ-45 Copper Port Pinouts” on page 125 ... -
Page 118: Physical Specifications
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Physical Specifications Dimensions Table 7 and Figure 75 and Figure 76 on page 119 provide the dimensions of the switches. Table 7. Product Dimensions (H x W x D) GS970EMX/10 3.8 cm x 26.3 cm x 17.9 cm (1.5 in. -
Page 119: Figure 76: Dimensions Of Gs970Emx/20 And Gs970Emx/28 Switches
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Width 34.1 cm (13.4 in.) Height 4.4 cm (1.7 in.) Depth 23.1 cm (9.1 in.) Figure 76. Dimensions of GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28 Switches Measurements in Figure 77 are in millimeters (mm). Figure 77. Bracket Screw Holes on GS970EMX/20 and GS970EMX/28... - Page 120 Appendix A: Technical Specifications Weights Table 8 lists the switch weights. Table 8. Switch Weights GS970EMX/10 1.6 kg (3.53 lb.) GS970EMX/20 3.0 kg (6.61 lb.) GS970EMX/28 3.1 kg (6.84 lb.) Ventilation Table 9 lists the ventilation requirements. Table 9. Ventilation Requirements Recommended Minimum 10 cm (4.0 in) Ventilation on All Sides...
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Page 121: Environmental Specifications
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Environmental Specifications Table 10 lists the environmental specifications of the switches. Table 10. Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature Range 0° C to 50° C (32° F to 122° F) without SFP+ transceivers Operating Temperature Range with 0°... -
Page 122: Power Specifications
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Power Specifications This section contains the maximum power consumption values, input voltages, and heat dissipation values. Maximum Power Consumptions Table 11 lists the maximum power consumptions of the switch. Table 11. Maximum Power Consumption GS970EMX/10 21 watts GS970EMX/20 28 watts GS970EMX/28... -
Page 123: Certifications
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches Certifications Table 14 lists the product certificates. Table 14. Product Certifications Additional Certificates CISPR Class A (Comité International Spécial des Perturbations Radioélectriques) Compliant with European and China RoHS standards Australia/New Zealand (Regulatory Compliance Mark) - Page 124 Appendix A: Technical Specifications Table 14. Product Certifications (Continued) Mexico (Normas Oficiales Mexicanas) North America FCC Class A Laser Safety: EN 60825-1 Energy Star United Kingdom UKCA (UK Conformity Assessment)
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Page 125: Copper Port Pinouts
CentreCOM GS970EMX Series Installation Guide for Standalone Switches RJ-45 Copper Port Pinouts Figure 78 illustrates the pin layout of the RJ-copper ports. Figure 78. Pin Layout for the RJ-45 Copper Ports (Front View) Table 15 lists the pin signals for the copper ports. -
Page 126: Style Serial Console Port Pinouts
Appendix A: Technical Specifications RJ-45 Style Serial Console Port Pinouts Table 16 lists the pin signals of the RJ-45 style serial Console port. Table 16. RJ-45 Style Serial Console Port Pin Signals Signal Unused Unused Transmit Data Signal Ground Signal Ground Receive Data Unused Unused...
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