From a computer or mobile device that is connected to the Internet, visit my.netgear.com. Log in to your NETGEAR account. NOTE: If you don’t have a free NETGEAR account, you can create one. The My Products page displays. From the menu on the left, select Register a Product.
Ethernet surge protector inline between the switch and the outdoor device. Failure to do so can damage the switch. WARNING: Before connecting this switch to outdoor cables or devices, see https://kb.netgear.com/000057103 for safety and warranty information.
3. Check the LEDs When you connect the power cord to the switch and plug it into an electrical outlet, the LEDs indicate the status: Description Power Solid green: The switch is powered on and operating normally. Off: Power is not supplied to the switch. Off: Sufficient (more than 7W of) PoE power is available.
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(UPnP) discovery. You can use your computer’s network settings to discover the switch. Alternatively, you can download the NETGEAR Discovery Tool (NDT). The NETGEAR Discovery Tool lets you discover the switch in your network and access the device user interface (UI) of the switch from a Mac, Windows-based, or Linux- based computer.
PoE power supplied by the switch is prioritized in ascending port order (from port 1 to port 15): • Model GS116EP ships with a 200W power adapter and can supply a total of 180W across all active PoE+ ports. •...
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PoE troubleshooting Here are some tips for correcting PoE problems that might occur: • If the PoE Max LED is solid yellow, disconnect one or more PoE devices to prevent PoE oversubscription. • For each powered device (PD) that is connected to the switch, the associated PoE LED on the switch lights solid green.
Mount the switch on a wall To mount the switch to a wall, you need the wall-mount screws that are supplied with the switch. These screws are 6.5 mm in diameter, 16 mm in length. Locate the two mounting holes on the bottom panel of the switch. Mark and drill two holes in the wall where you want to mount the switch.
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See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply. For NETGEAR’s Privacy Policy, visit netgear.com/about/privacy-policy. By using this device, you are agreeing to NETGEAR’s Terms and Conditions at netgear.com/about/terms-and-conditions. If you do not agree, return the device to your place of purchase within your return period.
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