Allied Telesis AT-GS900/16 Installation Manual

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Installation
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PN 613-000125 Rev B
Gigabit
Ethernet
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AT-GS900/16
AT-GS900/24
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  • Page 1: Gigabit Ethernet

    Gigabit Ethernet ® Switches AT-GS900/16 AT-GS900/24 Installation Guide PN 613-000125 Rev B...
  • Page 2 Allied Telesyn, Inc. has been advised of, known, or...
  • Page 3: Electrical Safety And Emissions Standards

    Electrical Safety and Emissions Standards This product meets the following standards. U.S. Federal Communications Commission Radiated Energy Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules.
  • Page 4: Translated Safety Statements

    Electrical Safety and Emissions Standards Translated Safety Statements Important: Appendix B contains translated safety statements for installing this equipment. When you see the , go to Appendix B for the translated safety statement in your language. Wichtig: Anhang B enthält übersetzte Sicherheitshinweise für die Installation dieses Geräts. Wenn sehen, schlagen Sie in Anhang B den übersetzten Sicherheitshinweis in Ihrer Sprache nach.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Electrical Safety and Emissions Standards ........................3 Preface ....................................7 How This Guide is Organized .............................. 7 Document Conventions ............................... 8 Contacting Allied Telesyn ..............................9 Online Support ................................9 Email and Telephone Support ............................9 Returning Products...............................9 For Sales or Corporate Information ..........................9 Chapter 1 Product Description ...............................
  • Page 6 Contents Appendix B Translated Safety Statements ............................35...
  • Page 7: Preface

    Preface This guide contains the hardware installation instructions for the AT-GS900/16 and AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches. How This Guide is Organized This manual contains the following chapters and appendices: Chapter 1, ”Product Description”, describes the features and components of the switches.
  • Page 8: Document Conventions

    Preface Document Conventions This document uses the following conventions to highlight important information: Note Notes provide additional information. Warning Warnings inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in bodily injury. Caution Cautions inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in equipment damage or loss of data.
  • Page 9: Contacting Allied Telesyn

    To obtain a RMA number, contact Allied Telesyn’s Technical Support at our web site: http://www.alliedtelesyn.com. For Sales or You can contact Allied Telesyn for sales or corporate information at our web site: http://www.alliedtelesyn.com. To find the contact information Corporate for your country, select “Contact Us”, then “Worldwide Contacts”.
  • Page 10: Product Description

    Chapter 1 Product Description The AT-GS900/16 and AT-GS900/24 switches are unmanaged, Layer 2 Gigabit Ethernet switches designed to simplify the task of creating or expanding an Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet network. This chapter contains the follows sections: “Features” on page 11 “Components”...
  • Page 11: Features

    AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Features AT-GS900/16 and AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet switches features include: 16 or 24 - RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps twisted pair ports System and port LEDs Auto MDI/MDI-X Auto-Negotiation 10/100/1000 Mbps full or half-duplex Back pressure and flow control...
  • Page 12: Components

    Chapter 1: Product Description Components Figure 1 illustrates the front panels of the AT-GS900/16 and AT-GS900/24 switches. AT-GS900/16 System / Port LEDS 16 - 10/100/1000Base Twisted Pair Ports AT-GS900/24 System / Port LEDS 24 - 10/100/1000Base Twisted Pair Ports Figure 1. Front Panels Figure 1 illustrates the back panels of the AT-GS900/16 and AT-GS900/24 switches.
  • Page 13: Hardware Feature Description

    AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet switches: System and Port LEDs Twisted Pair Ports AC Power Connector Twisted Pair The AT-GS900/16 Gigabit Ethernet switch features 16 twisted pair ports, and the AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet switch features 24 twisted pair Ports ports. Type of Connector The twisted pair ports feature 8-pin RJ-45 connectors.
  • Page 14: Leds

    LEDs The system and port LEDs on the front panel of the AT-GS900/16 and AT-GS900/24 switches display the switch and its port status information. Each port has two LEDs.
  • Page 15: Ac Power Connector

    AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Table 1 describes the system and port LEDs on the AT-GS900/16 and AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet switches. Table 1. System and Port LEDs State Description POWER Green The switch is powered ON and operating normally. The switch has no power.
  • Page 16: A Few Ethernet Switching Basics

    NIC already has a MAC address assigned to it by its manufacturer. The AT-GS900/16 and AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet switches can contain up to 8,000 entries on its MAC address table. The switch uses the table to store the MAC addresses of the network end-nodes connected to the ports, along with the port number on which each address was learned.
  • Page 17: Duplex Mode

    1000 Mbps. They are IEEE 802.3u-compliant and use Auto-Negotiation to set the duplex mode setting for you automatically. Store and An AT-GS900/16 or AT-GS900/24 switch uses store and forward as the method for receiving and transmitting frames. When a Ethernet frame is Forward...
  • Page 18: Network Topologies

    Chapter 1: Product Description Network Topologies This section illustrates two network topologies that you can create with the AT-GS900/16 Gigabit Ethernet switch: a power workgroup and collapsed backbone. Both types of topologies are described below. Power The topology shown in Figure 4 is commonly referred to as a power workgroup topology.
  • Page 19: Collapsed Backbone

    AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Collapsed In the topology illustrated in Figure 5, an AT-GS900/16 switch connects Fast Ethernet switches that have Gigabit Ethernet uplinks. This type of Backbone topology is often referred to as a collapsed backbone topology. The switch...
  • Page 20: Chapter 2 Installation

    Chapter 2 Installation This chapter contains the following sections: “Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 21 “Selecting a Site for the Switch” on page 22 “Planning the Installation” on page 23 “Unpacking the Switch” on page 24 “Installing the Switch on a Table or Desktop” on page 25 “Installing the Switch in a Rack”...
  • Page 21: Reviewing Safety Precautions

    AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Reviewing Safety Precautions Please review the following safety precautions before you begin to install the switch or any of its components. Refer to “Translated Safety Statements” on page 35 for translated safety statements in your language.
  • Page 22: Selecting A Site For The Switch

    Chapter 2: Installation Selecting a Site for the Switch Observe the following requirements when choosing a site for your switch: If you plan to install the switch in an equipment rack, ensure that the rack is safely secured and that it will not tip over. Devices in a rack should be installed starting at the bottom, with the heavier devices near the bottom of the rack.
  • Page 23: Planning The Installation

    AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Planning the Installation Table 1 contains the cabling specifications for the twisted pair ports. Table 1. Twisted Pair Cabling and Distances Maximum Speed Type of Cable Operating Distance 10 Mbps Category 3 or better 100-ohm...
  • Page 24: Unpacking The Switch

    Chapter 2: Installation Unpacking the Switch To unpack an AT-GS900/16 or an AT-GS900/24 switch, perform the following procedure: 1. Remove all components from the shipping package. Note Store the packaging material in a safe location. You must use the original shipping material if you need to return the unit to Allied Telesyn.
  • Page 25: Installing The Switch On A Table Or Desktop

    AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installing the Switch on a Table or Desktop To install the switch on a table or desktop, perform the following procedure: 1. Remove all the items from the packaging and store the packaging material in a safe place. In the event a problem occurs and you need to return the unit, please use as much of the original shipping material as possible.
  • Page 26 Chapter 2: Installation Warning The power cord is used as a disconnection device. To de-energize equipment, disconnect the power cord. 6. Verify that either the PWR LED is green. If the LED is OFF, refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 31 for instructions. Note The switch perform a self-diagnostic test upon power up.
  • Page 27: Installing The Switch In A Rack

    AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installing the Switch in a Rack Perform the following procedure to install the switch in a standard 19-inch rack. If you are not installing the switch in a rack, go to the next procedure. 1. Place the unit upside down on a level, secure surface.
  • Page 28 Chapter 2: Installation 5. Mount the switch in the 19-inch rack using the rackmounting screws (provided), as illustrated in Figure 4. Figure 4. Rackmounting the Switch...
  • Page 29: Cabling The Switch

    AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Cabling the Switch To connect to the ports on the AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 switches, perform the following procedure: 1. Connect the twisted pair data cables to the RJ-45 ports on the switch, as illustrated in Figure 5.
  • Page 30: Powering On The Switch

    Chapter 2: Installation Powering On the Switch To apply power to the AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 switches, perform the following procedure: 1. Apply AC power to the switch by plugging the power cord into the AC power connector on the back panel of the unit, as illustrated in Figure 6.
  • Page 31: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

    If you are still unable to resolve the problem after following the instructions in this chapter, contact ATI Technical Support for assistance. Refer to “Contacting Allied Telesyn” on page 9. Check the PWR LED on the front of the switch. If the LED is OFF,...
  • Page 32: Technical Specifications

    Appendix A Technical Specifications Physical Specifications Dimensions: (W x D x H) AT-GS900/16 330 mm x 228 mm x 43 mm (13.0 in x 9.0 in x 1.7 in) AT-GS900/24 330 mm x 228 mm x 43 mm (13.0 in x 9.0 in x 1.7 in)
  • Page 33: Safety And Electromagnetic Emissions Certifications

    IEEE 802.3x – Flow Control, Symmetric and Asymmetric RJ-45 Twisted Pair Port Connectors This section lists the connectors and connector pinouts for the AT-GS900/16 and AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet switches and their components. Figure 1 illustrates the pin layout to an RJ-45 connector and port.
  • Page 34 Appendix A: Technical Specifications Table 1 lists the RJ-45 pin signals when a twisted pair port is operating in the MDI configuration. Table 1. MDI Pin Signals (10Base-T or 100Base-TX) Signal Table 2 lists the RJ-45 port pin signals when a twisted pair port is operating in the MDI-X configuration.
  • Page 35 Appendix B Translated Safety Statements Important: This appendix contains multiple-language translations for the safety statements in this guide. Wichtig: Dieser Anhang enthält Übersetzungen der in diesem Handbuch enthaltenen Sicherheitshinweise in mehreren Sprachen. Importante: Este apéndice contiene traducciones en múltiples idiomas de los mensajes de seguridad incluidos en esta guía.
  • Page 36: Laser Safety Notices

    Appendix B: Translated Safety Statements Laser Safety Notices Warning: Class 1 Laser product. Warning: Do not stare into the laser beam. Electrical Safety Notices Warning: To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover. No user-serviceable parts inside. This unit contains hazardous voltages and should only be opened by a trained and qualified technician.
  • Page 37 AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Warning: Check to see if there are any exposed copper strands coming from the installed wire. When this installation is done correctly there should be no exposed copper wire strands extending from the terminal block. Any exposed wiring can conduct harmful levels of electricity to persons touching the wires.
  • Page 38 Use dedicated power circuits or power conditioners to supply reliable electrical power to the device. Warning: The chassis may be heavy and awkward to lift. Allied Telesyn recommends that you get assistance when mounting the chassis in an equipment rack.
  • Page 39: Telecommunications Compliance Notices

    AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Telecommunications Compliance Notices Warning: When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electronic shock, and injury to persons, including the following: Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
  • Page 40 Appendix B: Translated Safety Statements Lasersicherheitshinweise Achtung: Laserprodukt der Klasse 1. Achtung: Blicken Sie nicht in den Laserstrahl. Elektrische Sicherheitshinweise Achtung: Um Stromschläge zu vermeiden, darf die Abdeckung nicht entfernt werden. Die Ausrüstung enthält keine benutzerwartbaren Teile. Diese Einheit führt gefährliche Spannungen und sollte nur durch einen ausgebildeten und qualifizierten Techniker geöffnet werden.
  • Page 41 AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Achtung: Nicht mehr als die empfohlene Kabellänge abisolieren. Durch das Abisolieren von mehr als der empfohlenen Länge können gefährliche blanke Drähte aus dem Anschlussblock hervorragen. Achtung: Beim Installieren dieser Ausrüstung ist stets darauf zu achten, dass die Rahmenerdung zuerst angeschlossen und zuletzt abgetrennt wird.
  • Page 42 Zur zuverlässigen Stromversorgung des Geräts sollte ein dedizierter Stromkreis oder Netzfilter und Stabilisator (Power Conditioner) verwendet werden. Achtung: Das Chassis kann schwer und schwierig zu heben sein. Allied Telesyn empfiehlt, bei der Rackmontage des Chassis Hilfspersonal heranzuziehen. Achtung: Sehen Sie nicht direkt auf die Enden der Faseroptikkabel und inspizieren Sie die Kabelenden nicht mit einer optischen Linse.
  • Page 43 AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Telekommunikationskonformitätshinweise Achtung: Bei der Verwendung Ihrer Telefonausrüstung sollten zur Reduzierung der Brand-, Stromschlag und Verletzungsgefahr stets grundsätzliche Sicherheitsrichtlinien, einschließlich der folgenden, befolgt werden: Verwenden Sie dieses Produkt nicht in der Nähe von Wasser, zum Beispiel in der Nähe einer Badewanne, einer Waschschüssel, eines Spülbeckens, eines...
  • Page 44 Appendix B: Translated Safety Statements Avisos de seguridad láser Atención: Producto láser de clase 1. Atención: No mire el rayo láser. Avisos de seguridad eléctricas Atención: Para evitar la electrocución, no quite la tapa. La unidad no contiene piezas que pueda reparar el usuario. Esta unidad contiene tensiones peligrosas y sólo la debe abrir un técnico convenientemente formado y cualificado.
  • Page 45 AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Atención: Cuando instale el equipo, asegúrese de instalar primero la conexión a tierra del bastidor y de desconectarla en último lugar. Atención: Compruebe si hay algún hilo de cobre al descubierto que proceda del cable instalado. Cuando la instalación se realiza correctamente, no debe quedar ningún hilo de cobre al descubierto fuera del bloque de terminales.
  • Page 46 Utilice circuitos de alimentación dedicados o acondicionadores de alimentación para suministrar energía eléctrica fiable al dispositivo. Atención: El chasis puede ser pesado y difícil de levantar. Allied Telesyn recomienda buscar ayuda para montar el chasis en un rack. Atención: No mire directamente los extremos del cable de fibra óptica ni los inspeccione con una lente óptica.
  • Page 47 AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Avisos de conformidad de telecomunicaciones Atención: Cuando utilice su equipo telefónico, deberá adoptar las siguientes precauciones de seguridad básicas para reducir el riesgo de incendio, descarga electrónica y lesiones: No utilice este producto en zonas húmedas; por ejemplo, cerca de una bañera, un lavabo o un fregadero, en un sótano húmedo o cerca de una piscina.
  • Page 48 Appendix B: Translated Safety Statements Avis de sécurité laser Avertissement: Produit laser de classe 1. Avertissement: Ne pas observer directement le rayon laser. Avis de sécurité électrique Avertissement: Pour éviter tout risque d’électrocution, ne pas déposer le capot. L’appareil ne contient aucun composant réparable par l’utilisateur. Il est exposé à des tensions dangereuses et ne doit être ouvert que par un technicien compétent et qualifié.
  • Page 49 AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Avertissement: Respecter les recommandations pour dénuder les fils. Un dénudage excessif risque de présenter des risques pour la sécurité en laissant le fil exposé sur le bornier après l’installation. Avertissement: Lors de l’installation de cet équipement, toujours s’assurer que la connexion de terre de la structure est installée en premier et déconnectée en dernier.
  • Page 50 Utiliser des circuits d’alimentation ou des unités de conditionnement dédiés pour fournir une alimentation électrique fiable à l’équipement. Avertissement: Le châssis peut être lourd et difficile à soulever. Allied Telesyn recommande de demander de l’aide pour installer le châssis dans un rack.
  • Page 51 AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Télécommunications – Avis de conformité Avertissement: Les précautions élémentaires de sécurité doivent être systématiquement respectées en utilisant l’équipement téléphonique pour réduire les risques d’incendie, d’électrocution et d’accident corporel, notamment: Ne pas utiliser ce produit près d’une source d’eau, telle qu’une baignoire, un lavabo, un évier ou un baquet dans un sous-sol humide ou près d’une piscine.
  • Page 52 Appendix B: Translated Safety Statements Indicazioni sulla sicurezza laser Avvertenza: Prodotto laser Classe 1. Avvertenza: Non fissare il raggio laser. Indicazioni sulla sicurezza elettrica Avvertenza: Per evitare scosse elettriche, non rimuovere la copertura. All'interno non sono presenti componenti utilizzabili dall'utente. Questa unità presenta voltaggi rischiosi e deve essere aperta solo da un tecnico qualificato ed esperto.
  • Page 53 AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Avvertenza: Quando si installa l'apparecchiatura, verificare che il collegamento di messa a terra FG (frame ground) sia installato per primo e disinstallato per ultimo. Avvertenza: Verificare che non sporgano fili di rame dai cavi installati. Se l'installazione viene effettuata correttamente, non vi sono fili di rame scoperti, sporgenti dal blocco terminale.
  • Page 54 Appendix B: Translated Safety Statements Avvertenza: Rimuovere tutti gli oggetti di metallo, ad esempio anelli e orologi, prima di installare o estrarre una scheda di linea da un chassis acceso. Utilizzare circuiti di alimentazione o alimentatori dedicati per fornire energia elettrica al dispositivo in modo affidabile.
  • Page 55 AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Indicazioni per la conformità con le norme sulle telecomunicazioni Avvertenza: Quando si utilizza l'apparecchiatura telefonica, per ridurre il rischio di incendio, scosse elettriche e danni alle persone, è necessario seguire alcune precauzioni di base per la sicurezza, ad esempio: Non utilizzare il prodotto in prossimità...
  • Page 56 Appendix B: Translated Safety Statements Лазерная безопасность Внимание: лазерный продукт, класс 1. Внимание: Не смотрите прямо в лазерный луч. Электрическая безопасность Внимание: Для предотвращения электрического шока, не снимайте кожух. Внутри нет частей, подлежащих обслуживанию пользователем. Этот устройство – под опасным напряжением и должно открываться только обученным и квалифицированным...
  • Page 57 AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Внимание: При инсталляции оборудования, убедитесь, что заземление подключается в первую, а отключается в последнюю очередь. Внимание: Проверьте, нет ли на инсталлированных проводков на кабеле. При правильной инсталляции на терминале свободных проводков быть не должно. Открытые провода могут представлять опасность электрического поражения...
  • Page 58 Для надежного питания используйте отдельные контуры питания и выравниватели энергии. Внимание: Корпус может быть тяжелым и поднять его может быть сложно. Allied Telesyn рекомендует, что при установке корпуса на раме Вам необходимо обеспечить соответствующую помощь. Внимание: Не смотрите прямо на торцы волоконно-оптического кабеля и не...
  • Page 59 AT-GS900/16, AT-GS900/24 Gigabit Ethernet Switches Телекоммуникационное соответствие Внимание: При использовании телефонного оборудования, всегда следует обращать внимания на требования безопасности для снижения риска пожара, поражения током и ранения, в том числе: Не используйте оборудование рядом с водой – например ванной, раковиной или...

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