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Introduction The NETGEAR ProSafe 10Gigabit Managed L2+ Stackable Switch XSM7224S is a state-of-the-art, high-performance, IEEE-compliant network solution. It includes powerful management features that you can use to eliminate bottlenecks, boost performance, and increase productivity. This guide describes hardware installation and basic troubleshooting for the XSM7224S Switch This switch can be free-standing, or rack-mounted in a wiring closet or an equipment room.
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Managed Stackable Switch XSM7224S Table 1. LED Descriptions for XSM7224S Description This is the stack member ID (1–99) that the software assigns to the switch. • Stack Master Green: The switch acts as a master unit in a stack of XSM7224S series switches.
Managed Stackable Switch XSM7224S XSM7224S Rear Panel The rear panel has two fan trays, a power supply connector, a replaceable power supply, and a bay for for an optional redundant power supply (APS300W). AC Power Replaceable Replaceable Optional Power Connector Power Supply Supply Bay Fan Trays...
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Managed Stackable Switch XSM7224S • Use the product only with approved equipment. • Allow the product to cool before removing covers or touching internal components. • Operate the product only from the type of external power source indicated on the electrical ratings label.
Resource CD: The CD either includes these documents or links to access them: ProSafe 7200 Managed Switch CLI Manual, Version 9.0 NETGEAR 7000 Series Managed Switch Administration Guide NETGEAR Installation Guide for the XSM7224S Stackable Managed Switch This Hardware Installation Guide •...
-9. Note: If any item is found missing or damaged, contact your local NETGEAR reseller for replacement. Inspect the products and accessories for damage. Report any damage immediately. Installation Install the equipment in the sequence presented in this section: Select a Location.
Managed Stackable Switch XSM7224S The site where you install the switch may greatly affect its performance. Before installing the switch or switches, make sure that the chosen installation location meets the following site requirements. Table 1. Site Requirements for Switch Location Requirements •...
Managed Stackable Switch XSM7224S Use the provided Phillips head screws to fasten the brackets to the sides of the switch. mounting bracket Figure 1. Installing the Switch in a Rack Tighten the screws with a No. 1 Phillips screwdriver to secure each bracket. Align the bracket and rack holes.
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Managed Stackable Switch XSM7224S Connect one end of the AC power adapter cable to the rear of the switch, and the other end to a grounded 3-pronged AC outlet. Check the Power LED on the front panel of the switch. The LED should light up in the following sequence: •...
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Managed Stackable Switch XSM7224S Press firmly to ensure that the module seats into the connector. Figure 3. Insert the SFP+ or SPF Module into the Switch 14 | Chapter 2. Hardware Installation...
Managed Stackable Switch XSM7224S Creating a Stack You can connect up to four switches to form a stack with a single management IP address. The switches automatically select a master unit. Once the master is selected, you can use its console to manage all the switches in the stack.
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Managed Stackable Switch XSM7224S Connect each switch to the next in a cascade to build the backplane of the stack. Finally, connect the last switch in the stack to the first switch, to close the ring and provide redundancy and resiliency to the stack. The switches automatically select the master switch in the stack.
Managed Stackable Switch XSM7224S Power Module Bay The power module bay provides an easy way to replace a failed power module APS300W. If the switch needs to continue to operate while you replace the power supply, another APS300W must be used installed in the second power supply bay on the switch rear panel. Installing a Power Module To install a power module, follow these steps: WARNING!
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Managed Stackable Switch XSM7224S Fan Tray Removing an XSM7224S Switch Fan Tray The fan tray has a hot swap capability. It is not necessary to remove Note: the AC power when removing the fan tray. To remove the fan tray, follow these steps: Loosen the two captive screws on the fan tray.
Managed Stackable Switch XSM7224S Connecting Equipment to the Switch You can connect devices, a Gigabit Ethernet module, and/or a console to the switch. RJ-45 Ports The switch uses Auto Uplink technology, which enables you to attach devices using either straight-through or crossover cables. Use a Category 5 (Cat5) unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable terminated with an RJ-45 connector.
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PDF format on the Resource CD). • ProSafe 7200 Managed Switch CLI Manual, Version 9.0: Gives detailed examples of how to use the CLI. • NETGEAR 7000 Series Managed Switch Administration Guide: Describes configuration tasks. 20 | Chapter 2. Hardware Installation...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Chart The following table lists symptoms, causes, and solutions of possible problems. Table 1. Troubleshooting Chart Problem Cause Solution Power LED is off. No power is received Check the power cord connections for the switch at the switch and the connected device. Make sure that all cables used are correct and comply with Ethernet specifications.
You can 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. Auto-Negotiation: The copper 10/100/1000 Mbps ports negotiate the correct duplex mode and speed if the device at the other end of the link supports auto-negotiation.
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Interface (Auto Uplink on 4 RJ-45 connectors for 10BASE-T, all RJ-45 ports) 100BASE-TX, and 1000BASE-T 24 SFP/SFP+ for SFP/SFP+ • modules 2 NETGEAR APS300W Slots • 1 USB Type A Connector • 2 NETGEAR AFT200 Slots • • RS-232 console port 24 | Appendix A.
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Managed Stackable Switch XSM7224S Table 1. Technical Specifications (Continued) Feature XSM7224S Bandwidth 480 Gbps Address database size 32K MAC addresses per system 10/100/1000 buffer Max support 2-MB buffer memory memory Mean time between 180,178 hours @ 25°C failure (MTBF) 68,419 hours @ 55° C •...
Default Configuration Settings Table 1. Feature Default Setting Port speed Auto-negotiation Port duplex Auto-negotiation Flow control (half duplex) Enabled Flow control (full duplex) Disabled Broadcast storm control Enabled Gigabit port type Auto detect Management IP DHCP configuration Password protection Disabled User name Admin Password...
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Managed Stackable Switch XSM7224S Table 1. Feature Default Setting GMRP Disabled IP routing Disabled MAC address aging 300 seconds SNMP community public (read-only access), private (read/write access) DHCP Server Disabled VLAN Ingress filtering Enabled IP multicast filtering Disabled 802.1x Disabled Port Security Disabled Captive Portal...
Notification of Compliance Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer It is hereby certified that the NETGEAR ProSafe 10Gigabit Managed L2+ Stackable Switch XSM7224S 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.
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Communications du Canada. EN 55 022 Declaration of Conformance This is to certify that the NETGEAR ProSafe 10Gigabit Managed L2+ Stackable Switch XSM7224S is shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC, Article 4a.