NETGEAR ProSafe GS516TP Installation Manual

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ProSAFE GS516TP Gigabit PoE/PD
Smart Switch
Ha rd wa re Installation Gui de
June 2013
202-11260-01
350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA

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  • Page 1 ProSAFE GS516TP Gigabit PoE/PD Smart Switch Ha rd wa re Installation Gui de June 2013 202-11260-01 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134...
  • Page 2: Technical Support

    © NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. Technical Support Thank you for choosing NETGEAR. To register your product, get the latest product updates, get support online, or for more information about the topics covered in this manual, visit the support website at http://support.netgear.com.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ........... 6 Features .
  • Page 4 GS516TP Gigabit Smart Switch Autonegotiation..........26 Appendix B Technical Specifications Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility .
  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your NETGEAR ProSAFE GS516TP Gigabit Smart ® Switch. Your GS516TP Gigabit Smart Switch is a state-of-the-art, high-performance, IEEE-compliant network solution designed for users who require many ports and want the power of gigabit connectivity to eliminate bottlenecks, boost performance, and increase productivity.
  • Page 6: Overview

    GS516TP Gigabit Smart Switch Overview The NETGEAR GS516TP Gigabit Smart Switch provides 16 twisted-pair ports that support nonstop 10/100/1000M networks. Using these gigabit slots, you can create high-speed connections to a server or network backbone. For example, you can: •...
  • Page 7 Internal open frame power supply. • Standard NETGEAR 5xx 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. • IEEE802.3az, EEE (Energy Efficient Ethernet) compliance.
  • Page 8: Package Contents

    Rubber footpads for tabletop installation • Rack-mounting kit • 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. Introduction...
  • Page 9 GS516TP Gigabit Smart Switch Introduction...
  • Page 10: Chapter 2 Physical Description

    Physical Description This chapter describes the GS516TP Gigabit PoE Smart Switch hardware features. Topics include: • GS516TP Front Panel and Back Panel Configuration • LED Designations • Device Hardware Interfaces...
  • Page 11: Gs516Tp Front Panel And Back Panel Configuration

    GS516TP Gigabit PoE Smart Switch GS516TP Front Panel and Back Panel Configuration The smart switch has sixteen 10/100/1000 Mbps copper ports. Each port is capable of sensing the line speed and negotiating the duplex mode with the link partner automatically. The following figure illustrates the front panel of the smart switch.
  • Page 12: Led Designations

    GS516TP Gigabit PoE Smart Switch The following figure illustrates the smart switch back panel. Power connector Figure 2. Back panel The back panel contains a power connector. LED Designations This section describes the designations of the LEDs found in the front panel of the smart switch.
  • Page 13: System Leds

    GS516TP Gigabit PoE Smart Switch System LEDs The following table describes the system LED designations. Table 2-2. System LEDs Designation Power • Solid green. The device is powered on; runtime code is operating. • Blinking yellow. The device is in the boot stage. •...
  • Page 14: Reset Button

    GS516TP Gigabit PoE Smart Switch 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.
  • Page 15: Chapter 3 Applications

    Applications Your 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. This chapter describes the applications of the smart switch. Topics include: •...
  • Page 16: Desktop Switching

    GS516TP Gigabit Smart Switch Desktop Switching The smart switch 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 mode enabled, the switch port connected to the server or computer can provide 2000 Mbps throughput.
  • Page 17: Backbone Switching

    GS516TP Gigabit Smart Switch Backbone Switching You can use the smart switch as a backbone switch in a small network that gives users high-speed access to servers and other network devices. Figure 4. Backbone switching Applications...
  • Page 18: Chapter 4 Installation

    Installation This chapter describes the installation procedures for your GS516TP Gigabit Smart Switch. Switch installation involves the procedures described in the following sections: • Prepare the Site • Install the Switch • Check the Installation • Connect Devices to the Switch •...
  • Page 19: Prepare The Site

    GS516TP Gigabit Smart Switch Prepare the Site Before you install the switch, ensure that the operating environment meets the site requirements in the following table. Table 4-3. Site Requirements Characteristics Requirements Mounting • Desktop installations. Provide a flat table or shelf surface. •...
  • Page 20: Check The Installation

    GS516TP Gigabit Smart Switch Insert the screws provided in the rack-mount kit through each bracket and into the bracket mounting holes in the switch. Tighten the screws with a No. 1 Phillips screwdriver to secure each bracket. Align the mounting holes in the brackets with the holes in the rack, and insert two pan-head screws with nylon washers through each bracket and into the rack.
  • Page 21: Connect Devices To The Switch

    GS516TP Gigabit Smart Switch Connect Devices to the Switch The following procedure describes how to connect computers to the switch’s RJ-45 ports. The switch contains Auto Uplink technology, which allows the attaching of devices using either straight-through or crossover cables. Figure 5.
  • Page 22: Apply Dc Power Through Pd Ports 15 Or 16

    GS516TP Gigabit Smart Switch 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. After selecting an appropriate outlet, use the following procedure to apply AC power. To apply AC power: ...
  • Page 23 GS516TP Gigabit Smart Switch Note: The switch is configured with a default IP address of 192.168.0.239 and a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0. Installation...
  • Page 24: Appendix A Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter provides information about troubleshooting the NETGEAR Smart Switch. Topics include the following: • Troubleshooting Chart • Additional Troubleshooting Suggestions...
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting Chart

    GS516TP Gigabit Smart Switch Troubleshooting Chart The following table lists symptoms and causes of and solutions to possible problems. Table A-4. Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Cause Solution Power LED is off. No power is received. Check the power cord connections and the connected device.
  • Page 26: Switch Integrity

    If necessary, verify the integrity of the switch by resetting the switch. To reset the switch, remove the AC power from the switch and then reapply AC power. If the problem continues, contact NETGEAR technical support. Autonegotiation The RJ-45 ports negotiate the correct duplex mode, speed, and flow control if the device at the other end of the link supports autonegotiation.
  • Page 27: Appendix B Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility • IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T • IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX • IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T • IEEE802.3af (DTE Power via MDI) • IEEE802.3at (DTE Power via MDI Enhancements) • IEEE 802.3x full-duplex flow control • IEEE802.3az (Energy Efficient Ethernet) Management •...
  • Page 28: Interface

    GS516TP Gigabit Smart Switch • Static routing • MLD snooping • DHCP snooping • ACLs (MAC, IPv4, IPv6, and TCP/UDP based) • DHCP client function • Auto voice VLAN • Protected ports • Time-based PoE management • Syslog • Smart Control Center Discovery program auto discovers devices and sets system configuration to each switch.
  • Page 29: Power Supply

    GS516TP Gigabit Smart Switch 132,722 hours (~15.15 years) at 55°C Power Supply • AC voltage: 100–240 V • Frequency: 50/60 Hz • Amperage (maximum): 1.8A Physical Specifications Dimensions (H x W x D): • 328 x 169 x 43 mm (12.91 x 6.65 x 1.7 in.) Weight: •...
  • Page 30: Appendix C Notification Of Compliance

    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 Product Name & Model complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
  • Page 31: Canadian Department Of Communications Radio Interference Regulations

    • 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. TV Tuner (on Selected Models) Note to CATV System Installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s...

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