Waters Network Systems PSX1008-TX Operating Manual

Managed switch with eight 10/100base-tx ports
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PSX1008-TX and MS1008-TX Switch
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Managed Switch with Eight 10/100Base-TX Ports
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  • Page 1 OPERATING MANUAL PSX1008-TX and MS1008-TX Switch Managed Switch with Eight 10/100Base-TX Ports CORPORATE HEADQUATERS MANUFACTURING/CUSTOMER SERVICE 5001 American Blvd. W., Suite 605 945 37 Avenue, NW Bloomington, MN 55437 Rochester, MN 55901 Phone: 800.441.5319 Phone: 800.328.2275 Phone: 952.831.5603 Phone: 507.252.1951 Fax: 952.831.5605...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    IP Configuration................... 21 4.11 Change User Name and Password ............. 21 4.12 Port / Trunk Configuration ................21 4.13 Port Mirroring Configuration ................ 22 4.14 VLAN Configuration..................23 4.15 Creating a VLAN Group................23 Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 2 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 3 Accessing Management Functions through the Web ........33 Web Management Home Overview............. 33 Port Status....................33 Port Statistics ....................34 Administrator ....................34 LACP Setting....................37 Aggregator Information................38 State Activity....................39 Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 3 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 4 TFTP Backup Configuration ................ 51 5.18 Reset System ....................52 5.19 Reboot......................52 Troubleshooting ..................53 Before Calling for Assistance ..............53 Return Material Authorization (RMA) Procedure ......... 54 Shipping and Packaging Information............55 Warranty......................56 Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 4 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 5: Specifications

    IEEE 802.3ad EMI/SAFETY COMPLIANCE: FCC Class A, CE, UL cUL NETWORK CABLE CONNECTORS RJ45 shielded female ports 10/100Mbps: CAT5 UTP or better POWER SUPPLY: Input Voltage 110 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60Hz Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 5 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 6 PSX Model: Dimensions: 10 x 5.25 x 1.75 in (250 x 132 x 37.5mm) Weight: 2.4lbs MS Model: Dimensions: 16 x 11 x 1.75 in (406x 279 x 37.5mm) Weight: 3.7lbs (1.68kg) Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 6 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 7: Package Contents

    Web Browser. Just click your mouse instead of typing command strings. The 1008 switch can be managed via the web, Telnet, Console, or SNMP Management. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 7...
  • Page 8: Hardware Features

    Console port on rear side for system configuration Half-duplex mode for backpressure Full-duplex for flow control Store-and-forward switching architecture Automatic address learning, address migration 8K-entry MAC address table 2Mbit memory buffer sharing Performs non-blocking full wire speed Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 8 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 9: Software Features

    Support per port static MAC address lock, MAC filter, port security Port Mirror Use this feature to analyze port traffic. Supports maximum 8 ports. Broadcast None, 5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, 25% Control Spanning Tree IEEE802.1d support Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 9 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 10: Management Methods

    3.3.3 SNMP Network Management SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) provides a means to monitor and control network devices, manage configurations, collect statistics, performance and security information. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 10 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 11: Hardware Description

    MDIX allows you to connect to a workstation or PC. Therefore, Auto MDI/MDIX means that you can connect to another switch or workstation without a crossover cable. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 11...
  • Page 12: Led Indicators

    Table 3-1. LED Description Desktop Installation Choose a surface for your switch that is clean, smooth, level, sturdy and with a power outlet nearby. Make sure there is enough clearance around the switch to allow Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 12 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 13: Attaching Rubber Feet

    Power On Connect the power cord to the AC power socket on the rear panel of the switch. Check the power indicator on the front panel to see if power is properly supplied. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 13...
  • Page 14: Network Applications

    The 1008 series of switches provide the ideal solution for small workgroups. The switch can be used as a standalone switch to which personal computers, servers, and print servers are directly connected to form a small workgroup. Figure 4-1. Desktop Application Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 14 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 15: Network Configuration

    RS-232 console port. This port is a female DB-9 connector. From the Main Console Management Menu, you have access to all of the management functions of the switch. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 15...
  • Page 16 3. Enter the username and password. The default user name is root, and the default password is root. You may change the login identification to make it more secure for your network (Section 4.11). Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 16 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 17: Main Menu

    Backspace: Use the backspace key to move to the previous option. Enter: Use enter to make selection Space: Toggles selected item to move between configuration choices. The bottom of the screen displays the keys that are used to for the management functions. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 17 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 18: 4.3 Status And Counters

    Status - Display the status of the port. Down means there is no link, and Up means there is a link. Mode - Displays the actual port speed and duplex setting. Flow Ctrl - Displays the flow control status. Flow control is ON by default. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 18 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 19: Status And Counters - Port Counters

    MAC Address - The unique hardware address assigned by manufacturer. Firmware Version - Displays the switch’s firmware version. Hardware Version - Displays the switch’s hardware version. Kernel Version – Displays the switch’s kernel version. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 19 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 20: Switch Static Configuration

    Switch Static Configuration The Switch Static Configuration (on the Main Menu) menu provides the following options: Administration Configuration The Administration Configuration (from the Switch Configuration menu) menu provides the following options: Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 20 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 21: 4.9 Device Information

    The old password is required in order to make the change to the new password. 4.12 Port / Trunk Configuration You can use this menu to change the port status and configure trunk groups. Use the TAB key to change configure of these settings: Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 21 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 22: Port Mirroring Configuration

    You can select a maximum of nine ports to monitor in the switch. User can choose to monitor RX frames only or TX frames only or both RX and TX frames from the port. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 22...
  • Page 23: Vlan Configuration

    VLAN Name: Type a name for the new VLAN. VLAN ID: Type a VID (between 2~4094). The default is 1. Protocol VLAN: Press the Space bar to choose the type of protocol. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 23 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 24: Edit / Delete A Vlan Group

    First In First Out: The sequence of packets sent depends on the order of arrival. o High to Low: The high priority packets are sent before low priority packets. o Ratio H: L: Select the preference given to packets in the switch's high-priority queue. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 24 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 25: Waters Network Systems User's Manual

    2. Enter the MAC address of the desired port. This port will be set to permanently forward traffic, regardless of the device’s network activity. 3. Enter the port number under Port num. 4. If tag-based VLANs are set up on the switch, static addresses are associated with Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 25 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 26 1. Select Delete to delete a static MAC address. 2. Select the MAC address that you want to delete and then press Enter. 3. After deleting a static MAC address, select Save to complete the deleting operation. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 26...
  • Page 27: Filtering Mac Addresses

    2. Choose the MAC address that you want to delete and then press Enter. 3. After deleting the filtering MAC address, select Save to complete the deleting operation. 4.20 Misc. Configuration The following settings can be made through the Misc Configuration Menu: Port Security Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 27 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 28: Port Security

    1. Select Edit to enable or disable the port security. 2. Press the Space bar to choose enable / disable item. 3. Press ESC to return to the action menu line. 4. Select Save to save the configure values. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 28 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 29: Mac Age Interval

    Enable Delay Bound - Limit the low priority packets queuing time in switch. If enabled, the low priority packet will be sent once it exceeds the Max Delay Time. Max Delay Time - Used to set the time that low priority packets are queued in switch. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 29...
  • Page 30: Protocol Related Configuration

    The SNMP Menu is used to define management stations as trap managers and to enter SNMP community strings. Use this menu to define a name, location, and contact person for the switch. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 30 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 31: System Options

    Protocol) support. If it is enabled, the group is LACP static trunking group. If it is disabled, the group is local static trunking group. LACP Work Port Num: This setting is the maximum number of ports that can be Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 31 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 32: State Activity

    This section introduces the configuration and functions of the Web-based management of 1008 switch. The 1008 switch provides an embedded HTML website residing in flash memory. Management functions can be performed from anywhere on the network through a standard Web Browser. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 32 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 33: Accessing Management Functions Through The Web

    Speed Status: Current status of port Duplex Status: Display full-duplex or half-duplex mode. Flow Control: Displays the Flow Control current setting. Config: Displays the state of user setting. Atual: Displays the negotiation result. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 33 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 34: 5.4 Port Statistics

    Basic Switch settings – The following switch settings are displayed through this option: o Description – Displays the name of the device. o MAC Address – Displays the unique hardware address assigned by the manufacturer. This cannot be changed. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 34 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 35 For example, 2 High: 1 Low means that the switch sends 2 high priority packets before sending 1 low priority packet. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 35...
  • Page 36 Port controls - The following settings can be changed: o State - You can disable or enable this port control. o Auto Negotiation - Auto negotiation can be enabled or disabled per port Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 36...
  • Page 37: 5.6 Lacp Setting

    Reset System and Reboot. 5.6 LACP Setting The system priority value is used to identify the active LACP. The switch with the lowest value has the highest priority and is selected as the active LACP. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 37 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 38: 5.7 Aggregator Information

    6. If LACP enabled, you can configure LACP to either Active/Passive status in each ports. 7. Select Apply to apply the settings. 5.7 Aggregator Information The Aggregator Information screen displays the LACP information. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 38 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 39: State Activity

    A link with two passive LACP ports will not perform dynamic LACP trunking because both ports are waiting for the LACP protocol packet from the opposite device. When you select a trunking port, active status will be created automatically for an active LACP. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 39 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 40: Filter Database

    224.0.0.0 through 239.255.255.255. IGMP is an internal protocol of the Internet Protocol (IP) suite. IP manages multicast traffic by using switches, routers, and hosts that support IGMP. Enabling IGMP allows Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 40 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 41: Static Mac Address

    VLANs. Type the VID (tag-based VLANs) to associate with the MAC address. 6. Click the Add button. 5.9.3 Port Security A port in security mode will be “locked” without permission of address learning. Only the Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 41 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 42: Mac Address Filtering

    VID to associate with the MAC address. Click the Add button. Use the Delete button to delete unwanted MAC address. 5.10 VLAN Configuration A Virtual LAN (VLAN) is a logical network grouping that limits the broadcast domain. It Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 42 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 43 In order for an end station to send packets to different VLANs, it has to be either capable of tagging packets with VLAN tags or attached to a VLAN-aware device that is capable of classifying and tagging the packet with different VLAN IDs. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 43...
  • Page 44: Basic Vlan Setting

    VLAN 100. The default setting for all ports is VID 1. This feature is useful for accommodating devices that you want to participate in the VLAN but that don't support tagging. Only one untagged VLAN is allowed per port. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 44...
  • Page 45: Spanning Tree

    1. Select Spanning Tree from the Advanced Menu. 2. Select enable Spanning-Tree protocol. It is recommended that you enable STP on all switches to ensure a single active path on the network. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 45 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 46 Enter a number 6 through 40. Hello Time You can change Hello time value which is the number of seconds between the transmissions of Spanning-Tree Protocol configuration messages. Enter a number 1 through 10. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 46 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 47 1, and the range is 1-65535. The default value is base don IEEE802.1D. 10Mbps = 50-600 100Mbps = 10-60 If you change the value, you must reboot the switch. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 47 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 48: Port Mirroring

    Once you have entered the system options data, click Apply to update the settings. System Option Name - Enter a name to be used for the switch. Location - Enter the location of the switch. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 48 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 49 IP address of the station and a community string. o IP Address: Fill in the trap device IP. o Community Strings: The trap device community strings. o Click “Add” button. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 49 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 50: Security Manager

    Use this screen to set the TFTP server’s IP address. You can save the current EEPROM value, and then proceed to the TFTP restore configuration screen to restore the EEPROM value. Select Apply to complete the upload. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 50...
  • Page 51: Tftp Backup Configuration

    TFTP Backup Configuration Use this page to set TFTP server IP address. You can save current EEPROM value from here, then go to the TFTP restore configuration page to restore the EEPROM value. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 51...
  • Page 52: Reset System

    5.18 Reset System To return the switch to the default configuration, use the Reset System menu. 5.19 Reboot The switch must be rebooted so the defaults are restored. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 52 PSX/MS1008-TX...
  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    Verify whether or not the problem is corrected. If not, go to next step. If the problem is corrected, the Waters’ 1008 switch and its associated cables are functioning properly. 6. If the problem continues, contact Waters Network Systems Customer Service at 800.328.2275 or email carolynl@watersnet.com for assistance.
  • Page 54: Return Material Authorization (Rma) Procedure

    The components involved in the problem d. Any particular application that, when used, appears to create the problem 2. An accurate list of Waters Network Systems product model(s) involved. Include the date(s) that you purchased the products from your supplier.
  • Page 55: Shipping And Packaging Information

    (user) charge. Shipping and Packaging Information Should you need to ship the unit back to Waters Network Systems, please follow these instructions: Package the unit carefully. It is recommended that you use the original container if available. Units should be wrapped in a "bubble-wrap" plastic sheet or bag for shipping protection.
  • Page 56: Warranty

    RMA number and prepaid shipping will be repaired or replaced by Waters Network Systems. Repaired or replaced products will be returned at no cost to the original Buyer and shipped via the carrier and method of delivery chosen by Waters Network Systems.
  • Page 57 WATERS NETWORK SYSTEMS’ LIABILITY UNDER THE WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO PRODUCT REPAIR, OR REPLACEMENT OF THE BUYER’S PURCHASE PRICE. IN NO EVENT SHALL WATERS NETWORK SYSTEMS BE LIABLE FOR THE COST OF PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS BY THE CUSTOMER OR FOR ANY CONSEQENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OR WARRANTY.
  • Page 58 INTERRUPTION OF ITS PRODUCTS, EVEN IF WATERS OR ITS AUTHORIZED RESELLER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOTHING HEREIN SHALL HAVE THE EFFECT OF LIMITING OR EXCLUDING WATERS’S LIABILITY FOR DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE. Waters Network Systems User’s Manual Page 58 PSX/MS1008-TX...

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