Console Management - Waters Network Systems GSM2109-1009-8PoE Operating Manual

Segment Bridge
Both switch models provide power to the powered devices that follow the IEEE 802.3af
standard on the network. This solves the problem of position limitation, so the network
device can be installed in a more convenient location for us. The following figure
provides an example of a network application for PoE.
Figure 4.6 – PoE Segment Bridge Application
These compact switches can be easily connected to the backbone switch allowing
communications throughout the network. Addresses are automatically learned, which is used
to filter and forward all traffic based on the destination address.
4.1

Console Management

This section explains how to configure console management via a direct connection to
the console port of the switch. Console management involves the administration of the
switch via a direct connection to the 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.
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