Quick Start Guide Follow these steps to install your IntraCore switch: Open the box and check the contents. See Chapter 1.1 Package Contents for a complete list of the items included with your IntraCore switch. Install the switch in an equipment or wall rack, or prepare it for desktop placement.
2.10 Connecting Power 2.11 Connecting to the Network 2.12 Using the Stacking Feature Appendix A Troubleshooting Appendix B Safety and Regulatory Compliance Appendix C Features and Specifications Appendix D Serial Port Pin Outs Appendix E Warranty and Support Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series...
1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series Gigabit switch. The IntraCore 3500 series include 24- and 48-port 10/100 managed switches with a variety of hardware and software options. The IntraCore 3524 is a 24-port 10/100 managed switch with sev- eral optional hardware modules.
User’s Manual (on CD-ROM) • Getting Started Guide (this document) • IntraCore 3500 CD-ROM Contact your dealer immediately if any of these items are missing. 1.2 LEDs The system’s LED display allows you to monitor the status of your switch. Refer to the sections below for LED information specific to your switch’s model.
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25,26 Solid Amber Duplex Solid Green 25,26 Solid Amber Table 1-3 IC3524 Models--Ports 25 & 26 Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series Description Power is on Power is off A valid 100 Mbps link has been established A valid 10Mbps has been...
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1.2.2 IC3548-2GT The IntraCore 3548-2GT switch has two LED status indicators for each of the 48 10/100 ports and the 2 Gigabit ports. Using the Mode button on the lower left of the front panel allows the user to convert between Link/Activity status and Duplex status displays.
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Duplex Solid Green Ports Solid Amber #49, 50 Blinking Amber Table 1-5 IC3548 Model—Ports 49 & 50 Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series Description Power is on Power is off A valid 100Mbps link has been established Data transfer at 100Mbps A valid 10Mbps link has...
1.3 Front and Back Panel Descriptions Refer to the following sections for detailed descriptions of the front and back panels of the IntraCore 3500 series switches. 1.3.1 IC3524 Models From left to right, the front panel contains the following: Power and port LEDs;...
PC or terminal to the console port or by telnet across the net- work. The menus are organized in a manner similar to the web- based interface. A detailed description can be found in Chapter 3 Configuration of the User’s Manual. Users must use a console con- Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series...
nection to form a stack (multiple units sharing one IP address). The stacking feature is available on the IC3524 models, versions 1.1 or higher. See Chapter 2.11 Using the Stacking Feature for more de- tails. 1.4.2 Web-Based Interface With Internet access, users can link directly to the local switch’s home page.
• Disconnect all external cables before installing or removing a chassis • Do not work alone when working with electricity • Always check that the power has been disconnected from the circuit Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series...
• Do not tamper with the internal components of your switch. This could void your warranty • Examine your work area for potential hazards (I.e. wet floors, ungrounded cables, etc.) and eliminate them before installing your switch For more safety information, please refer to the User’s Manual. 2.2 Recommended Installation Tools You will need the following tools and equip- ment (not included) to install the switch:...
Chapter 2.4 for the environmental requirements of the switch. 2.7.1 Installation in an Equipment Rack To install the unit in an equipment rack, use the following procedure: Important! Before continuing, disconnect all cables from the switch. Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series...
To mount the switch onto an equipment rack: Place the switch on a flat, stable surface. Locate a rack-mounting bracket (supplied) and place it over the mounting holes on one side of the unit. Use the screws (supplied) to se- cure the bracket (with a Phillips screwdriver).
Disconnect the network cable from the GBIC connector. Release the GBIC from the slot by simultaneously squeezing the locking tabs on both sides of the GBIC. Slide the GBIC out of the slot. Store your GBIC in its protective packaging. Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series...
2.8.3 GBIC Care and Handling Follow these GBIC maintenance guidelines: • Unnecessary removal and insertion of a GBIC can lead to its premature failure. A GBIC connector has a lifetime of 100 to 500 removals/insertions • GBICs are static-sensitive. To prevent ESD damage, follow your normal board and component handling procedures •...
The 24 10/100 ports on the switch allow for the connection of 10BaseT or 100BaseTX network devices. The ports are compatible with IEEE 802.3 and 802.3u standards. Important: The switch must be located within 100 meters of its attached 10BaseT or 100BaseTX devices. Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series...
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Note: There is no uplink port on this switch. All 10/100 ports on this switch are auto-sensing MDI/MDI-X. This advanced feature means that the 10/100 ports will automatically determine whether the de- vice at the other end of the link is a hub, switch or workstation, and adjust its signals accordingly.
• Uses any physical media supported by the switch: copper or fiber, Fast Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet, or the special stacking kit shown below (IC35-SKT, sold separately) Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series IC35-SKT Stacking Kit P/N 99-00710-01...
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• All stacked units are managed through connection to the master switch, via console, telnet or web interfaces Note: While the user may manage the stack via console, telnet or web interface, the initial formation of the stack may only be done by connection to a console. •...
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IntraCore 3524 Stack Management Configuration Menu Stacking : ENABLED Stacking Operation (1 of 8) Stack IP : xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx Stack MAC : 00:00:94:CC:C7:6D <Cmd> <Description> Stacking Multiple Modules Stand Alone Operation Toggle Stacking Enable/Disable Return to previous menu Command> Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series...
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After all units have had stacking enabled, connect the console to the first unit (the Master unit). Power cycle the whole stack, or, if the units are to be powered up separately, power the Master last. Go to the Master’s Stack Management menu and type s to be- gin the automatic formation of the stack.
CHECK YOUR HARDWARE MODULES. Make sure that they are properly installed, and sit flush against the switch. See the Troubleshooting section of the User’s Manual for more de- tailed information. Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series...
4. Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or re- moving covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to service personnel. Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series...
Appendix C Features and Specifications The IntraCore 3500 Series are Asanté’s most powerful, flexible workgroup switches. See the User’s Manual for detailed features and specifications. Features • ™ Asanté Auto-Uplink on all 10/100 and 10/100/1000BaseT ports (auto MDI/MDI-X) • 6.4 Gbps no-blocking bandwidth with wire speed forwarding (9.523 M packets per second)
The console port is used to connect with a terminal using a DB-9 female connector. The setting is 9600-N81. See the table below for a list of pin outs. Pin Number Signal Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series Name Carrier Detect Receive Data Transmit Data...
Asanté Technologies, Inc. Technical Support (801-566-8991). Be- fore you contact Technical Support, however, please register your switch online at www.asante.com/support/registration.html. By do- ing so, you’ll be entitled to special offers, up-to-date information and important product bulletins. Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series...
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