Introduction; System Description; Powerconnect 2808; Powerconnect 2816 - Dell PowerConnect 2816 User Manual

Introduction

This User's Guide contains the information needed for installing, configuring and maintaining the
PowerConnect 2808, PowerConnect 2816, PowerConnect 2824, and PowerConnect 2848 Web-
managed Gigabit Ethernet switches.
The PowerConnect 28xx switches can be used to connect workstations and other network devices,
such as:
• Servers
• Hubs
• Routers
The PowerConnect devices are primarily designated for the Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) that
require high performance edge connectivity. These PowerConnect devices are ideal for the small to
medium business that requires high performance network connectivity along with advanced web
management features. The PowerConnect management features are designed to minimize
administrative management effort, while enhancing and improving network traffic control.

System Description

This section describes the hardware configurations of the PowerConnect 28xx. The switches are
managed by Dell's OpenManage Switch Administrator.

PowerConnect 2808

The following figure illustrates the PowerConnect 2808 front panel.
Figure 1-1. PowerConnect 2808 Front Panel
The PowerConnect 2808 supports the following ports:
• 8 Gigabit Ethernet copper ports

PowerConnect 2816

The following figure illustrates the PowerConnect 2816 front panel.
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