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NETGEAR GS724T - ProSafe Switch Hardware Manual

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@2005 NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR, the Netgear logo, Auto Uplink, ProSafe and Everybody's connecting are trademarks or registered trademarks
of Netgear, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective holders. Information
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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.
Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer
It is hereby certified that the NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT-
AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992.The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may,
however, be subject to certain restrictions. Please refer to the notes in the operating instructions.
Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of the placing of this equipment on the market and has been granted the right
to test the series for compliance with the regulations.
Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Statement
This equipment is in the first category (information equipment to be used in commercial and/or industrial areas) and conforms to the standards set
by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Data Processing Equipment and Electronic Office Machines that are aimed at preventing radio
interference in commercial and/or industrial areas.
Consequently, when this equipment is used in a residential area or in an adjacent area thereto, radio interference may be caused to equipment
such as radios and TV receivers.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
EN 55 022 Declaration of Conformance
This is to certify that the NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch is shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the
application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC, Article 4a. Conformity is declared by the application of EN 55024 Class A (CISPR 22).
EN 55 022 and EN 55 024 Statements
This is to certify that the NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch is shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the
application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC, Article 4a. Conformity is declared by the application of EN 55 022 Class A (CISPR 22) and EN 55 024.
Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio
interference, in which case the user may be required to take appropriate measures.
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  • Page 1 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 2 Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch) do not exceed the Class A limits for radio-noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION........................................5 ............................................5 VERVIEW ............................................6 EATURES ..........................................7 ACKAGE ONTENTS CHAPTER 2: PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION ....................................8 ........................................8 RONT AND ANELS 10/100/1000 M RJ-45 P ......................................8 ORTS SFP GBIC M ..........................................9 ODULE LED D ..........................................9 ESCRIPTIONS ............................................9 ESET UTTON .........................................10 ACTORY EFAULTS UTTON CHAPTER 3: APPLICATIONS.........................................11...
  • Page 4 Figures Figure 1-1. Package Contents......................................7 Figure 2-1. Front Panel of the GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch ..........................8 Figure 2-2. Back Panel of the GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch..........................8 Figure 3-1. Example of Desktop Switching................................11 Figure 3-2. Example of Backbone Switching ................................12 Figure 4-1. Attaching Mounting Brackets .................................14 Figure 4-2.

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction

    NETGEAR ProSafe NMS 100. Your NETGEAR GS724T 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. It includes 24 auto-sensing 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with two SFP GBIC slots. All ports can automatically negotiate to the highest speed.

  • Page 6: Features

    Features The following list identifies the key features of the NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch. • Twenty-four 10/100/1000 Mbps auto-sensing Gigabit Ethernet switching ports • Two SFP GBIC combo Gigabit Ethernet slots for optional fiber connectivity • Automatic detection of SFP GBIC modules •...

  • Page 7: Package Contents

    Package Contents Figure 1-1 shows the package contents of the NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Ethernet Switch. Figure 1-1. Package Contents Verify that your package contains the following: GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch Rubber footpads for tabletop installation Power cord Rack-mount kit for installing the switch in a 19-inch rack Installation guide Smart Switch Resource CD with Smart Wizard Discovery and User’s manual...

  • Page 8: Chapter 2: Physical Description

    Front and Back Panels Figures 2-1 and 2-2 show the key components on the front and back panels of the NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch. The front panel contains LEDs and RJ-45 jacks and 2 SFP GBIC module bays. The back panel has a standard AC power receptacle for accommodating the supplied power cord.

  • Page 9: Sfp Gbic Module

    SX Standard. LED Descriptions The front panel of the NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch has LEDs that provide a quick and accurate display of link, port speed, and activity. Table 2-1 summarizes the LEDs on the switch. Table 2-1. Front Panel LEDs:...

  • Page 10: Factory Defaults Button

    Factory Defaults Button The GS724T has a Factory Default Button to enable you to clear out the current configuration and return to the factory settings. This will clear out all settings, including the password, VLAN settings and port configurations. Page 10 of 20...

  • Page 11: Chapter 3: Applications

    Desktop Switching Your NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch can be used as desktop switch to build a small network that enables users to have 1000 Mbps access to a file server. With full-duplex enabled, the switch port connected to the server or PC can provide 2000 Mbps throughput.

  • Page 12: Backbone Switching

    Backbone Switching Your NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch can be used as backbone switch to build a small network that enables users to have lightening fast access to servers and the rest of the network. Figure 3-2. Example of Backbone Switching...

  • Page 13: Chapter 4: Installation

    Step 2: Installing the Switch You can install your NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch on a flat surface or in a standard 19-inch rack. Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface The switch ships with four self-adhesive rubber footpads. Stick one rubber foot pad on each of the four concave spaces on the bottom of the switch.

  • Page 14: Step 3: Checking The Installation

    Step 4: Connecting Devices to the Switch The following procedure describes how to connect devices to the switch’s RJ-45 ports. Your NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Switch contains Auto Uplink™ technology, which allows you to attach devices using either straight-through or crossover cables.

  • Page 15: Step 6: Applying Ac Power

    Step 6: Applying AC Power NETGEAR GS724T Gigabit Smart Switches do not have an ON/OFF switch; the only method of applying or removing AC power is by connecting or disconnecting the power cord. Before you connect the power cord, select an AC outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch, which can turn off power to the switch.

  • Page 16: Appendix A: Glossary

    APPENDIX A: GLOSSARY This appendix defines terms associated with switching technology. 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 17 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. Media Access Control address; also called hardware or physical address. Most devices that connect to a LAN have MAC address a MAC address assigned to them, as they are used to identify other devices in a network.

  • Page 18: Appendix B: Troubleshooting

    If required, verify the integrity of the switch by resetting the switch. To reset the switch, use the Tools> Reset command or remove AC power from the switch and then reapply AC power. If the problem continues, 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 19: Appendix C: Technical Specifications

    APPENDIX C: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS This appendix provides technical specifications for the NETGEAR GS724T 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 802.1Q Static VLAN (Up to 24 ranging from 2 to 4K) Port-based VLAN (Up to 24) IEEE 802.1p Class of Service (CoS)
  • Page 20 Modules AGM731F 1000BASE-SX SFP GBIC for multimode fiber AGM732F 1000BASE-LX SFP GBIC for single mode fiber Page 20 of 20...

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