NETGEAR GS108Tv1 - Gigabit Smart Switch Hardware Installation Manual
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- Page 1 GS108T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10248-01 April 2010 v1.1...
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Page 2: Statement Of Conditions
In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein. -
Page 3: Canadian Department Of Communications Radio Interference Regulations
Defective or damaged merchandise can be returned to your point-of-purchase representative. Internet/World Wide Web NETGEAR maintains a World Wide Web home page that you can access at the uniform resource locator (URL) http://www.NETGEAR.com. A direct connection to the Internet and a Web browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape are required. - Page 4 FCC Declaration Of Conformity We, NETGEAR, Inc., 4500 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA 95054, declare under our sole responsibility that the model GS108T: ProSafe™ 24 Port 10/100 Smart Switch with 4 Gigabit Ports and 24 Port PoE complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents About This Manual Conventions, Formats, and Scope ...................vii How to Use This Manual ....................viii How to Print this Manual ....................viii Revision History ........................ ix Chapter 1 Introduction Overview .........................1-1 Features .........................1-2 Package Contents ......................1-4 Chapter 2 Physical Description Front and Back Panels .....................2-1 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 Ports ................2-2 LED Descriptions ......................2-2... - Page 6 Appendix A Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Chart ..................... A-1 Additional Troubleshooting Suggestions ............... A-2 Network Adapter Cards ................... A-2 Configuration ......................A-2 Switch Integrity ......................A-2 Appendix B Technical Specifications Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility ..........B-1 Management ..................... B-1 Interface ......................
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Page 7: About This Manual
About This Manual The NETGEAR ® GS108T Smart Switch™ Hardware Installation Guide describes how to install, configure, and troubleshoot the GS108T Gigabit Smart Switch. The information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills. Conventions, Formats, and Scope The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs: •... -
Page 8: How To Use This Manual
• button to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. online knowledge base for the product model. • Links to PDF versions of the full manual and individual chapters. -
Page 9: Revision History
GS108T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide • Click the PDF of This Chapter link at the top left of any page in the chapter you want to print. The PDF version of the chapter you were viewing opens in a browser window. - Page 10 GS108T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide v1.1, April 2010...
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Page 11: Introduction
10/100/1000 networks. To simplify installation, the switch is shipped ready for use out of the box. This chapter serves as the introduction for using your NETGEAR GS108T Gigabit Smart Switch and provides the following information: •... -
Page 12: Features
(CoS) for traffic prioritization. These features, and more, enable you better to understand and control your network. Your NETGEAR GS108T Gigabit Smart Switch can be free-standing or rack-mounted in a wiring closet or equipment room. It is IEEE-compliant and offers low latency for high-speed networking. - Page 13 GS108T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide • Embedded HTTP server for Web-based management • Supports port-setting function, enabling user to enable/disable each port, and set speed, duplex mode and device flow control • Auto-Discovery support with application program for discovering and managing the smart switches on the network •...
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Page 14: Package Contents
GS108T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Package Contents Figure 1-1 shows the package contents of the NETGEAR GS108T Gigabit Smart Switch. Figure 1-1Package Contents Verify that your package contains the following: • GS108T Gigabit Smart Switch. • Rubber footpads for tabletop installation. - Page 15 The CD also provides a link to the Software Admin manual (the GS108T Smart Switch Software User Manual). Tip: You can download the GS108T Smart Switch Software User Manual on the NETGEAR documentation Web site at http://kbserver.netgear.com. • Warranty/Support Information Card.
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Page 17: Physical Description
Chapter 2 Physical Description This chapter describes the hardware features of the NETGEAR GS108T Gigabit Smart Switch. Topics include: • Front and back panels • 10/100/1000 Mbps auto-sensing RJ-45 ports • LED descriptions • Reset button • Factory defaults button... -
Page 18: 10/100/1000 Mbps Rj-45 Ports
Configures the RJ-45 port to enable communications with the attached device without user intervention. LED Descriptions The front panel of the NETGEAR GS108T Gigabit Smart Switch comprises LEDs that provide a concise display of link, port speed, and activity. The following table summarizes the function of these LEDs. -
Page 19: Reset Button
GS108T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Table 2-1. Front Panel LEDs (continued) No 10Mbps link is established on the port Green On - Solid A valid 10Mbps link is established on 10Mbps Link / ACT LED the port (Right LED) Green... -
Page 20: Restore Factory Defaults Button
GS108T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Figure 2-3 Reset Button of the GS108T Gigabit Smart Switch Restore Factory Defaults Button The Restore Factory Default button of the GS108T Smart Switch enables you to clear the current settings and return the switch to its factory default configuration. This function clears all settings, including the password, VLAN settings, and port configurations. - Page 21 GS108T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Figure 2-4 Restore Factory Defaults Button of the GS108T Gigabit Smart Switch Physical Description v1.1, April 2010...
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Page 23: Applications
Desktop Switching Your NETGEAR GS108T Gigabit Smart Switch can be used as a desktop switch in a small network that gives users 1000 Mbps access to a file server. With full-duplex mode enabled, the switch port connected to the server or PC can provide 2000 Mbps throughput. - Page 24 GS108T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Applications v1.1, April 2010...
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Page 25: Installation
Chapter 4 Installation This chapter describes the installation procedures for your NETGEAR GS108T Gigabit Smart Switch. Switch installation involves the following steps: 1. Preparing the site 2. Applying footpads and wall mounting 3. Checking the installation 4. Connecting devices to the switch 5. -
Page 26: Step 2: Applying Footpads And Wall Mounting
Step 4: Connecting Devices to the Switch The following procedure describes how to connect devices to the switch’s RJ-45 ports. Your NETGEAR GS108T Gigabit Smart Switch contains Auto Uplink technology, which enables you to attach devices using either straight-through or crossover cables. -
Page 27: Step 5: Applying Power
100 m (328 ft.). Step 5: Applying Power Because the NETGEAR GS108T Gigabit Smart Switch has no ON/OFF switch, AC power must be controlled by means of the power adapter. Select an appropriate unswitched, grounded AC facility outlet so as to avoid any future inadvertent power interruptions. Use the following procedure to apply AC power: 1. -
Page 28: Step 6: Switching Management Through A Web Browser Or Utility Program (Initial Configuration)
Step 6: Switching Management Through a Web Browser or Utility Program (Initial Configuration) Your NETGEAR GS108T Gigabit Smart Switch has embedded management software for viewing, changing, and monitoring its activity and configuration. You need not use this management software for it to function as a simple switch. However, the management software enables you to set up advanced features such as VLANs and Trunking and also enables you to configure the switch for improved efficiency and performance. -
Page 29: Appendix A Troubleshooting
Appendix A Troubleshooting This chapter provides information about troubleshooting the NETGEAR GS108T Gigabit Smart Switch. Information is supplied as: • A Troubleshooting chart • Additional troubleshooting suggestions Troubleshooting Chart Table A-1 lists symptoms, causes, and solutions of possible problems. Table A-1. Troubleshooting Chart... -
Page 30: Additional Troubleshooting Suggestions
Description”) or remove AC power from the switch and then reapply it. If the problem persists, contact NETGEAR technical support. In North America, call 1-888-NETGEAR. If you are outside of North America, please refer to the support information card included with your product. -
Page 31: Technical Specifications
Appendix B Technical Specifications This appendix provides technical specifications for the NETGEAR GS108T Gigabit Smart Switch. Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T IEEE 802.3z 1000Base-X IEEE 802.3x flow control Management IEEE 802.1w Rapid Spanning tree IEEE 802.1x Port Security... -
Page 32: Leds
GS108T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide LEDs Per port (Gigabit): Speed/Link/Act Per device: Power Performance Specifications Forwarding modes: Store-and-forward Bandwidth: 16 Gbps Network latency: Less than 20 microseconds for 64-byte frames in store-and-forward mode for 100 Mbps to 100 Mbps transmission Buffer memory: 128 KB embedded memory per unit Address database size: 8,000 media access control (MAC) addresses per system Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF): 108,016 hours (~12 years) -
Page 33: Electromagnetic Immunity
GS108T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide FCC Part 15 Class A VCCI Class A C-Tick Electromagnetic Immunity EN 55022 (CISPR 22), Class A Safety CE mark, commercial Technical Specifications v1.1, April 2010... - Page 34 GS108T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Technical Specifications v1.1, April 2010...
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Page 35: Appendix C Glossary
Appendix C Glossary Table C-1. Glossary 10BASE-T The IEEE specification for 10 Mbps Ethernet over Category 3, 4, or 5 twisted-pair cable. 100BASE-FX The IEEE specification for 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet over fiber-optic cable. 100BASE-TX The IEEE specification for 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet over Category 5 twisted- pair cable. - Page 36 GS108T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Table C-1. Glossary Ethernet A LAN specification developed jointly by Xerox, Intel and Digital Equipment Corporation. Ethernet networks transmit packets at a rate of 10 Mbps. Fast Ethernet An Ethernet system that is designed to operate at 100 Mbps. Gigabit Ethernet An Ethernet system that is designed to operate at 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps).
- Page 37 GS108T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Table C-1. Glossary Loop An event that occurs when two network devices are connected by more than one path, thereby causing packets to repeatedly cycle around the network and not reach their destination. Media Access Control. A protocol specified by the IEEE for determining which devices have access to a network at any one time.
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