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Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your NETGEAR ProSafe GS748T Gigabit Smart ® Switch! Your GS748T switch is a state-of-the-art, high-performance, IEEE-compliant network solution designed for users who require a large number of ports and want the power of Gigabit connectivity to eliminate bottlenecks, boost performance, and increase productivity.
Smart Control Center program, a utility that runs on a PC. The NETGEAR GS748T 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.
• Internal power supply. • Standard NETGEAR 7xx series chassis. • NETGEAR Green product series power-saving features: • Automatic power consumption adjustment based on the RJ-45 cable length. • Per port automatic power down when the port link is down.
Rubber footpads for tabletop installation • Rackmounting kits • Power cord • Installation guide • Smart Switch Resource CD with NETGEAR Smart Control Center and User’s Manual If any item is missing or damaged, contact the place of purchase immediately. Chapter 1: Introduction...
47 and 48. If the SFP combo ports are in use, copper ports 47 and 48 are inactive. Each port is capable of sensing the line speed and negotiating the duplex mode with the link partner automatically. Figure 2 illustrates the front panel of the NETGEAR GS748T. 1000M 1000M SFP Link/Speed/ACT LEDs...
GS748T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide LED Designations Port LEDs The following table describes the RJ-45, combo, and dedicated SFP port LED designations. There are two LEDs for each RJ-45 port. Each SFP port has its own indication LED. Designation Link/Speed/ACT LED mode for •...
GS748T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Device Hardware Interfaces RJ-45 Ports RJ-45 ports are autosensing ports. When inserting a cable into an RJ-45 port, the switch automatically ascertains the maximum speed (10, 100, or 1000 Mbps) and duplex mode (half-duplex or full-duplex) of the attached device. All ports support only unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable terminated with an 8-pin RJ-45 plug.
GS748T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Reset Button The Smart Switch has a Reset button on the front panel to allow you to manually reboot the switch. This action is equivalent to powering the unit off and back on. The last saved configuration is loaded into the switch as it resets.
Applications Your GS748T Gigabit Smart Switch is designed to provide flexibility in configuring your network connections. It can be used as your only network traffic-distribution device or with 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps hubs and switches. Chapter 3: Applications | 16...
GS748T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Desktop Switching The GS748T can be used as a 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.
GS748T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Backbone Switching You can use the GS748T Gigabit Smart Switch as a backbone switch in a small network that gives users high-speed access to servers and other network devices. GS748T GS748T Combo Ports SFP LED GREEN= 1000Mbps Blink=ACT...
Installation This chapter describes the installation procedures for your GS748T Gigabit Smart Switch. Switch installation involves the following steps: Step 1: Preparing the Site Step 2: Installing the Switch Step 3: Checking the Installation Step 4: Connecting Devices to the Switch Step 5: Installing an SFP Transceiver Module Step 6: Applying AC Power Step 7: Managing the Switch using a Web Browser or the PC Utility...
GS748T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Step 1: Preparing the Site Before you install the switch, ensure the operating environment meets the site requirements in the following table. Characteristics Requirements Mounting • Desktop installations - Provide a flat table or shelf surface. •...
GS748T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Step 2: Installing the Switch The GS748T can be used on a flat surface or mounted in a standard network equipment rack. Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface The switch ships with four self-adhesive rubber footpads. Stick one rubber footpad on each of the four concave spaces on the bottom of the switch.
GS748T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Step 3: Checking the Installation Before applying power to the switch, perform the following steps: • Inspect the equipment thoroughly. • Verify that all cables are installed correctly. • Check cable routing to make sure cables are not damaged or creating a safety hazard. •...
GS748T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Step 4: Connecting Devices to the Switch The following procedure describes how to connect PCs to the switch’s RJ-45 ports. The GS748T contains Auto Uplink technology, which allows the attaching of devices using either straight-through or crossover cables.
SFP ports of the switch. Note: Contact your NETGEAR sales office to buy these modules. If you do not want to install an SFP module, skip this procedure. To install an SFP transceiver, insert the transceiver into the SFP port. Press firmly on the flange of the module to seat it securely into the connector.
GS748T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Step 6: Applying AC Power The GS748T Gigabit Smart Switch does not have an ON/OFF switch. Power must be controlled by the power cord connection. Before connecting the power cord, select an AC outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch, which can turn off power to the switch.
GS748T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Step 7: Managing the Switch using a Web Browser or the PC Utility The GS748T contains software for viewing, changing, and monitoring the way it works. This management software is not required for the switch to work. The ports can be used without using the management software.
Troubleshooting This chapter provides information about troubleshooting the NETGEAR Smart Switch. Topics include the following: • Troubleshooting Chart • Additional Troubleshooting Suggestions Appendix A: Troubleshooting | 29...
GS748T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Troubleshooting Chart The following table lists symptoms, causes, and solutions of possible problems. Symptom Cause Solution Power LED is off. No power is received. Check the power cord connections and the connected device. Ensure all cables used are correct and comply with Ethernet specifications.
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.
GS748T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Interface 48 RJ-45 connectors for 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, and 1000BASE-T (Auto Uplink™ on all ports) Two SFP combo ports for SFP modules Two dedicated SFP ports for SFP modules LEDs Per RJ-45 port: Speed/Link/Activity Per SFP port: Link/Activity Per device: Power Performance Specifications Forwarding modes: Store-and-forward...
GS748T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide Electromagnetic Emissions CE Class A, including EN 55022 (CISPR 22), EN 55024, and EN 50082-1 FCC Part 15 Class A VCCI Class A C-Tick Safety UL/cUL CE EN 60950-1 Appendix B: Technical Specifications | 35...
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. FCC Declaration Of Conformity We, NETGEAR, Inc., 350 East Plumeria Drive, San Jose, CA 95134, declare under our sole responsibility that the GS748T Gigabit Smart Switch complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Appendix C: Notification of Compliance...
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Modifications made to the product, unless expressly approved by NETGEAR, Inc., could void the user's right to operate the equipment. Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations...
Index Numerics IEEE 802.3x 8-pin IEEE Standards IEEE-compliant Installation Guide Installing the Switch Applying AC Power Auto Uplink Auto-negotiating Autosensing LED Designations Low Latency Backpressure Media Access Control Category 5 Unshielded Twisted-Pair Checking the Installation Class of Service Operating Conditions compliance Operating Environment Connecting Devices to the Switch...
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GS748T Smart Switch Hardware Installation Guide System LEDs technical support Temperature trademarks Traffic Control Troubleshooting Chart User Intervention User’s Manual Ventilation VLAN Web-based Graphical User Interface Index | 39...
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