Buffalo BS-GS2008 User Manual

Buffalo BS-GS2008 User Manual

Layer2 gigabit smart switch
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Layer2 Gigabit Smart Switch
BS-GS20 Series
BS-GS20P Series
User Manual
Americas: www.buffaloamericas.com
Europe: www.buffalo-technology.com
35020643-07
2018.10

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Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
LED Is Not Lit, Abnormal Lighting or Blinking
Troubleshooting guide for power, diag, and link/activity LED issues.
Cannot Access Settings
Steps to resolve issues preventing access to the switch's web interface.
Forgot the Password
Procedure to reset the switch password via initialization.
Chapter 1 Initial Settings
Product Requirements
Lists compatible devices, browsers, and operating systems for setup.
Install Business Switch Configuration Tool
Instructions for downloading and installing the configuration utility.
Change Switch's IP Address
Guide to modifying the switch's IP address for network access.
Open Settings
Procedure to access the switch's web administration interface.
Configure Date and Time
Set the switch's date and time using SNTP or manual configuration.
Change Username and Password
Instructions for modifying the default login credentials for security.
MAC Address Learning
Explanation of Shared VLAN Learning (SVL) and its operation.
Chapter 2 Settings
System Information
Displays current switch status, including name, version, and IP addresses.
System
Configure switch name, location, and contact details.
VLAN
Configure VLAN status, create new VLANs, and set port VLAN IDs.
Routing
Configure L2/L3 mode and static routing for network connectivity.
SNMP Settings
Configure SNMP community tables, host tables, and traps for network monitoring.
LLDP
Configure Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP) for network device information exchange.
MAC Addresses
Manage MAC address filtering, aging, and conversion.
Port Settings
View and configure port status, speed, duplex, and flow control.
System Security
Manage access interfaces, certificates, and administration accounts.
Date & Time
Set the switch's date and time using SNTP or manual configuration.
PoE
Configure Power over Ethernet (PoE) settings, profiles, and power saving.
QoS
Configure Quality of Service (QoS) settings, priority, and mapping.
Loop Prevention
Configure mechanisms to detect and prevent network loops.
DHCP Relay
Configure DHCP relay to forward DHCP messages across VLANs.
Update Firmware
Instructions for updating the switch's firmware from a local file.
Back Up and Restore Settings
Save or restore the switch's configuration settings to/from a file.
Reboot
Procedure to restart the switch.
Initialize
Restore switch settings to factory defaults.
ARP Table
View ARP table entries when the switch is in L3 mode.
Port Order
Display IP/MAC addresses sorted by port.
IP Address Order
Display IP/MAC addresses sorted by IP address.
Statistics
View detailed traffic statistics for each port.
Logs
Display and manage the switch's log information.
Syslog Settings
Configure syslog to transfer logs to a server.
Network Diagnostics
Perform ping and traceroute tests to diagnose network connectivity.
Cable Diagnostics
Check the status of Ethernet cables connected to each port.
Appendix A Specifications
Product Specifications
Overview of the switch's hardware and included accessories.
Port Specifications
Details on Ethernet port pinouts and signal functions.
Factory Default Settings
Lists the default configuration values for various switch settings.
Appendix B Regulatory Compliance Information
For Customers in Europe
Environmental information and compliance details for European users.

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