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Summarization of Contents
Electrical Safety and Emissions Standards
US Federal Communications Commission
Discusses FCC rules for radiated energy for AT-GS920/24 and AT-GS920/16/8.
Industry Canada
Covers ICES-003 compliance for Class A and Class B digital apparatus.
Translated Safety Statements
Mentions availability of translated safety statements on the Allied Telesis website.
Preface
Safety Symbols Used in this Document
Explains conventions and symbols used throughout the manual for user safety and information.
Contacting Allied Telesis
Provides contact information and support resources for Allied Telesis.
Chapter 1: Product Description
Key Features
Lists the main functionalities and capabilities of the GS920 Series switches.
GS920 Series Overview
Provides a general overview of the GS920 Series switches and their installation options.
AT-GS920/24 Switch
Details the AT-GS920/24 switch, including its ports and mounting.
AT-GS920/16 Switch
Details the AT-GS920/16 switch, including its ports and mounting.
AT-GS920/8 Switch
Details the AT-GS920/8 switch, including its ports and mounting.
AT-GS920/8PS Switch
Details the AT-GS920/8PS switch, including its PoE capabilities and mounting.
Wall and Rack Mount Brackets
Describes available brackets for wall and rack mounting of GS920 Series switches.
10/100/1000 Base-TX Twisted Pair Ports
Explains the speed, duplex, and MDI/MDI-X capabilities of the switch ports.
Power Connector
Details the AC power connector on the rear panel of the switches.
Configuration Switches and LED Descriptions
Explains the function and location of front panel DIP switches and LEDs.
AT-GS920 Feature Descriptions
Discusses specific features like Duplex Mode, Store and Forward, EEE, etc.
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation
Reviewing Safety Precautions
Outlines essential safety guidelines and warnings before installation.
Selecting a Site for the Switch
Provides requirements for choosing a suitable installation location for the switch.
Planning the Installation
Covers essential planning aspects, including cabling specifications.
Unpacking the Switch
Details the procedure for unpacking the GS920 Series switches and their contents.
Installing the Switch on a Table or Desktop
Step-by-step guide for placing the switch on a flat surface.
Installing the Switch on a Wall
Instructions for mounting the switch securely on a wall.
Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack
Procedures for mounting the switch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack.
Cabling the Switch
Guidelines for connecting twisted pair cables to the switch ports.
Powering On the Switch
Steps to safely connect power and turn on the switch.
Chapter 3: Installing the AT-GS920/8PS Switch
Installing the AT-GS920/8PS Switch on a Table
Instructions for placing the AT-GS920/8PS switch on a table or desk.
Installing the AT-GS920/8PS Switch in an Equipment Rack
Procedures for mounting the AT-GS920/8PS switch in an equipment rack.
Installing the AT-GS920/8PS Switch on a Wall
Instructions for mounting the AT-GS920/8PS switch on a wall.
Chapter 4: Switch Configuration
Configuration Switch and LED Locations
Identifies the location of DIP switches and LEDs on the front panel for configuration.
Multicast Frame Pass-Through
Explains enabling/disabling the Multicast Frame Pass-Through feature using DIP switches.
Energy Efficiency Ethernet (EEE)
Details how to enable/disable the IEEE 802.3az EEE feature for power saving.
Loop Prevention
Describes how to enable/disable the Loop Prevention feature to detect and block network loops.
Flooding
Explains how to enable/disable the Flooding mode for frame switching.
Flow Control
Details how to enable/disable the Flow Control feature to manage data transmission.
Force MDI/ MDI-X and Auto MDI/MDI-X
Explains configuring ports for Auto MDI/MDI-X or Force MDI/MDI-X.
Configuring All Ports with Same Speed and Duplex Settings
Guides on setting the same speed and duplex for all ports simultaneously.
Configuring Individual Ports with Speed and Duplex
Instructions for setting speed and duplex for each port individually.
Configuring All Ports with Auto or Force MDI/MDI-X
How to configure MDI/MDI-X settings for all ports together.
Configuring Individual Ports with Auto or Force MDI/MDI-X
How to configure MDI/MDI-X settings for individual ports.
Reseting Ports to Default Settings
Describes the process to restore port configurations to factory defaults.
Appendix A: Technical Specifications
Physical Specifications
Lists dimensions and weight for each GS920 Series switch model.
Environmental Specifications
Outlines operating and storage temperature and humidity ranges.
Electromagnetic Emissions Certifications
Lists certifications for EMI and EMC compliance for various models.
Power Specifications
Details the power ratings and frequency for each switch model.
RJ-45 Twisted Pair Port Connectors
Provides pinout information for RJ-45 connectors at different speeds.
Appendix B: AT-GS920/24 Switch Wall Mount Installation
Unpacking the AT-BRKT-J22 Wall Mount Kit
Details how to unpack the specific wall mount kit for the AT-GS920/24.
Installing a Switch Using the AT-BRKT-J22 Wall Mount Kit
Provides steps for wall mounting the AT-GS920/24 using the AT-BRKT-J22 kit.
Appendix C: Loop Prevention Feature
Guidelines for Loop Prevention
Offers best practices and conditions for enabling and using Loop Prevention.
Root Switch
Explains the role and selection process of the root switch in Loop Prevention.
Detecting and Blocking a Loop
Details how loops are detected and which ports are blocked to prevent them.
Hop Count Limitation
Describes the hop count limits for Loop Prevention frames on GS920 switches.
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