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Preface Intended Audience This document is intended for: Network engineers Technical support and servicing engineers Network administrators Technical Support Ruijie Networks website: https://www.ruijienetworks.com/ Technical support website: https://ruijienetworks.com/support Case portal: https://caseportal.ruijienetworks.com Community: https://community.ruijienetworks.com ...
They implement dual-network deployment. They are also designed with built-in power supply, which is stable and reliable and suitable for indoor scenarios. With Ruijie's modular OS, they are fit for the SOE solution, and implement lifecycle management, security control, plug and play, and intelligent O&M through software-defined networking (SDN).
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Model RG-MF2920U-4GT1MS Supported Optical Module See Appendix B. The supported optical module types may update without prior notification. Please contact Ruijie Networks for any updates. 2500Base-X and 1000Base-X supported SFP Port Power Module Adapter input: Rated voltage range: 100 V to 240 V...
Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Description Intelligent Temperature Temperature alarm and overheat protection Control EMC Standard GB/T 9254.1 Safety Standard GB 4943.1 Dimensions (W x D x H) 160 mm x 86 mm x 28.8 mm (6.30 in. x 3.39 in. x 1.13 in.) (including the mounting bracket) Weight 0.46 kg (1.01 lbs) (including the package)
Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Description 1.2.2 Bottom Panel Figure 1-3 Bottom Panel of the RG-MF2920U-4GT1MS Note: 1. DC port input (12 V, 1 A) 2. 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet port with auto- negotiation 1.2.3 Rear Panel Figure 1-4 Rear Panel of the RG-MF2920U-4GT1MS (Device Label Located on the Rear Panel) Note: 1.
Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Description Note: 1. Button for restoring factory defaults 3. Switch status LED 2. Console port (external serial port converter is 4. Optical port LED required) Note You can press the button for restoring factory defaults for at least 5s, so the configuration can be successful. 1.2.4 Power Supply The RG-MF2920U-4GT1MS uses the adapter.
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Solid yellow receives signals. RG-MF2920U-EXTENDULE Table 1-4 Technical Specifications Model RG-MF2920U-EXTENDULE Supported 1000base-X supported Optical Module See Appendix B. The supported optical module types may update without prior notification. Please contact Ruijie Networks for any updates. SFP Port 1000Base-X supported...
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Description Power Module TYPE C (5 V) input: Rated voltage: 5 V DC Rated current: 0.6 A Not supported Not supported Maximum Power Without PoE load: 2 W Consumption Operating 0º C to 45º C (32° F to 113° F) at the altitude between 0 m to 1,800 m (0 ft. to Temperature 5905.51 ft.) At the altitude between 1,800 m (5905.51 ft.) and 5,000 m (16404.2 ft.), every...
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Description Figure 1-5 Appearance of the RG-MF2920U-EXTENDULE Figure 1-6 Rear Panel of the RG-MF2920U-EXTENDULE (Built-in GE-SFP-LX03-SM1310-BIDI-I Optical Module) Note: 1. Type-C port (5 V DC input) 3. Switch status LED 2. SFP port 4. SFP port LED...
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Product Description 1.3.2 Power Supply The RG-MF2920U-EXTENDULE uses DC input. The rated values are as follows: Rated voltage: 5 V DC (through the Type-C port) Rated current: 0.6 A 1.3.3 Heat Dissipation The RG-MF2920U-EXTENDULE adopts natural heat dissipation to ensure that it works properly in a specified environment.
Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Preparing for Installation Preparing for Installation Safety Precautions Warning To avoid personal injury and device damage, carefully read the safety precautions before you install the RG-PF2920-DPBOX-P. The following safety precautions may not cover all possible dangers. 2.1.1 Mounting ...
Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Preparing for Installation 2.1.4 To prevent damage caused by static electricity, pay attention to the following points: Keep the indoor installation environment clean and dust-free. Keep the indoor humidity within a certain range. 2.1.5 Laser The RG-MF2920U supports various types of optical transceivers available in the market, and these optical...
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Preparing for Installation properties of materials may undergo alterations, and there is an increased risk of corrosion for metal components. Extended storage of the switch in a low relative humidity environment can result in the shrinkage of insulating strips, leading to the loosening of fastening screws.
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Preparing for Installation Table 2-4 Limit Values for Harmful Gases Average (mg/m Maximum (mg/m Sulfur dioxide (SO2) Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) Chlorine (CI2) Note The average value refers to the average value of harmful gases measured in one week. The maximum value is the upper limit of the harmful gas measured in one week for up to 30 minutes every day.
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Preparing for Installation current devices. Tools Table 2-5 Tools Phillips screwdriver, slotted screwdriver, copper and optical cables, bolts, diagonal Common Tools pliers, and cable ties Special Tools Anti-ESD tools Meters Multimeter Note The RG-MF2920U is delivered without a tool kit. The tool kit is customer-supplied.
Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installing the Switch Installing the Switch Caution Before reading Chapter 3 Installing the Switch, ensure that you have read Chapter 2 carefully. Verify that requirements described in Chapter 2 have been met. Installation Procedure Install switch correctly Connect power supply Connect cables...
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installing the Switch unplugged, and keep the corresponding tail fiber connectors clean. Mounting the RG-MF2920U 3.3.1 Precautions Pay attention to the following points: Connect the power cords of different colors to the corresponding cable terminals. ...
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installing the Switch (3) Connect the optical fiber. (4) Install the switch. (5) Connect the power cord and Ethernet cable.
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installing the Switch The RG-MF2920U-4GT1MS is used with the RG-MF2920U-EXTENDULE to realize dual-network deployment. The installation procedure is as follows: (1) Use a screwdriver to remove the 86 mm junction box. (If there is no 86 mm junction box, ignore this step.) (2) Install the mounting plate.
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installing the Switch (4) Secure the device. (5) Install the outer cover and decorative cover of the RG-MF2920U-EXTENDULE.
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installing the Switch The RG-MF2920U-4GT1MS is used with the RG-MF2920U-EXTENDULE to realize dual-network deployment. The removal procedure is as follows: (1) Pinch both sides and remove the decorative cover. (2) Protrude your finger through the top cabling opening of the MF2920U-EXTENDULE and remove the outer cover.
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installing the Switch (3) Remove the screw on the left side of the device. (4) Remove the optical fiber and power cord. (5) Remove the front screw.
Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Installing the Switch (6) Remove the screws on the mounting plate. Verifying the Installation Warning Turn off the power to avoid personal injury and damage to components caused by incorrect connections. After the device is installed, check the following items: ...
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Verifying the Operating Status Verifying the Operating Status Setting Up the Debugging Environment Use a network cable to connect the first network port to a PC and keep other ports empty. Change the IPv4 address of the PC. Choose Network &...
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Verifying the Operating Status Checking Device Startup 4.2.1 Checklist Before Power-on The power cord is properly connected. The power supply voltage meets the requirement of the switch. 4.2.2 Checklist After Power-on (Recommended) When the device is powered on, check the following items: ...
Check whether power cords are properly connected Check whether LEDs are normal Check whether serial port is connected correctly and whether parameters are correct Check whether port cables are connected correctly Contact Ruijie technical support Common Troubleshooting Fault Symptom Possible Cause Handling Method...
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Common Troubleshooting Services on the switch have been stopped. Check the operating The status LED is A temperature alarm is environment of the switch in a timely red. generated. manner, dedust the chassis, and enhance cooling.
Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix A Connectors and Media Appendix A Connectors and Media 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Port The 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T supports auto-negotiation of three rates and automatic MDI/MDIX crossover at these three rates. Conforming to IEEE 802.3ab, 1000BASE-T requires 100-ohm CAT5 or CAT5e, or higher 100-ohm UTP or STP (recommended) with a maximum distance of 100 m (328.08 ft.).
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix A Connectors and Media Figure 6-2 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Twisted Pair Connections Optical Cable Connections Select single-mode or multimode optical cables according to the module types. Figure 6-3 Optical Cable Connection...
Appendix B Optical Modules Appendix B Optical Modules Ruijie provides supporting SFP modules (mini-GBIC modules) and 2.5GE SFP modules based on the port types of switch modules. You can select a module to suit your specific needs. This document provides models and technical specifications of some 1000M SFP modules and 2.5GE SFP modules for reference.
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix B Optical Modules GE-SFP-LX20-SM1550- 1550TX/ –9 –3 –20 –3 BIDI 1310RX Table 7-2 SFP Module Cabling Specifications Max. Core Size Connector Fiber Model Cabling Type Type (μm) Distance 62.5/125 275 m MINI-GBIC-SX-MM850 50/125 550 m MINI-GBIC-LX-SM1310 9/125 10 km...
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix B Optical Modules SDH155-SFP-LH15- 9/125 15km SM1310 62.5/125 275 m GE-SFP-SX 50/125 550 m GE-SFP-LX 9/125 10 km Caution An optical module is a laser transmitter. Do not look directly into the optical module to prevent it from burning your eyes.
Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix C Surge Protection Appendix C Surge Protection If an external network cable connects to the device, connect an Ethernet port arrester to the device to prevent the damage by lightning before connecting an outdoor network cable to the device. Required tools include the Phillips screwdrivers or flat-head screwdriver, multimeter, and diagonal pliers.
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix C Surge Protection Warning The Ethernet port arrester is only for the 10 m/100 m electrical ports with an RJ-45 connector. The Ethernet port arrester is not delivered with the device. Purchase it as needed. Precautions The arrester's performance is affected in the following situations: ...
Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix D Cabling Appendix D Cabling When the RG-MF2920U is installed against a wall, the requirements for cables are as follows. Requirements for the Cable Bend Radius The bend radius of a fixed power cord, network cable, or flat cable should be over five times greater than their respective diameters.
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix D Cabling Figure 9-1 Bundling Up Cables (1) Route and bundle power, signal, and grounding cables separately. Mixed bundling is not allowed. When they are close to each other, crossover cabling is recommended. In the case of parallel cabling, maintain a minimum distance of 30 mm (1.18 in.) between power cords and signal cables.
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix D Cabling Figure 9-3 Bundling Up Cables (3) Cables that are not assembled or remaining parts of cables should be folded and placed in a proper position of the cabinet or cable trough. The proper position refers to a position that does not affect device running or damage the switch or cable.
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Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix D Cabling When using a stiff cable, fix it near the cable lug to avoid stress on the lug and cable. Do not use self-tapping screws to fasten terminals. Power cords of the same type and in the same cabling direction should be bundled up into cable bunches, with cables in cable bunches clean and straight.
Hardware Installation and Reference Guide Appendix E Equipment Room Site Selection Appendix E Equipment Room Site Selection The equipment room should be at least 5 km (3.11 miles) away from heavy pollution sources, such as the smelter works, coal mines, and thermal power plants. The equipment room should be at least 3.7 km (2.30 miles) away from medium pollution sources, such as the chemical factory, rubber factory, and electroplating factory.
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