Page 3
Manufacturer Name: Allied Telesyn, Inc. Declares that the product: Gigabit Ethernet Switches Model Numbers: AT-GS900/8, AT-GS900/8E This product complies with FCC Part 15B, Class B Limits: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device must not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 4
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.
Mounting a Switch on the Wall .............................37 Installing a Switch in a Rack ..............................39 Wiring the Switch ..................................41 Powering On a Switch ................................42 Powering On an AT-GS900/8 Switch ..........................42 Powering On an AT-GS900/8E Switch..........................43 Warranty Registration ................................44 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting ..............................45 Appendix A: Technical Specifications ..........................47...
Page 7
Figure 1. AT-GS900/8 and AT-GS900/8E Front Panels......................17 Figure 2. AT-GS900/8 and AT-GS900/8E Back Panels ......................17 Figure 3. AT-GS900/8 and AT-GS900/8E System and Port LEDs..................19 Figure 4. External Power Adapter for the AT-GS900/8E Model ..................21 Figure 5. Power Workgroup Topology ..........................25 Figure 6.
Preface This guide contains instructions on how to configure and maintain the AT-GS900/8 and AT-GS900/8E switches. This preface contains the following sections: “Safety Symbols Used in this Document” on page 12 “Where to Find Web-based Guides” on page 13 “Contacting Allied Telesyn” on page 14...
Preface Safety Symbols Used in this Document This document uses the safety symbols defined in Table 1. Table 1. Safety Symbols Symbol Meaning Description Caution Performing or omitting a specific action may result in equipment damage or loss of data. Warning Performing or omitting a specific action may result in electrical shock.
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide Where to Find Web-based Guides The installation and user guides for all Allied Telesyn products are available in portable document format (PDF) on our web site at www.alliedtelesyn.com. You can view the documents online or download them onto a local workstation or server.
Preface Contacting Allied Telesyn This section provides Allied Telesyn contact information for technical support as well as sales and corporate information. Online Support You can request technical support online by accessing the Allied Telesyn Knowledge Base: http://kb.alliedtelesyn.com. You can use the Knowledge Base to submit questions to our technical support staff and review answers to previously asked questions.
Chapter 1 Overview The AT-GS900/8 and AT-GS900/8E 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 16 “Front and Back Panels”...
Chapter 1: Overview Features The features of the AT-GS900/8 and AT-GS900/8E switches include: LEDs for unit and port status Eight Auto-Negotiating 10/100/1000Base-T twisted pair ports with RJ-45 connectors External power adapter (for AT-GS900/8LE model only) Auto MDI/MDI-X on all ports IEEE 802.3 and IEEE 802.3u compliant...
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide Front and Back Panels Figure 1 illustrates the front panels of the AT-GS900/8 and AT-GS900/8E switches. AT-GS900/8 Port LEDs 10/100/1000Base Twisted Pair Ports AT-GS900/8E 10/100/1000Base Twisted Pair Ports Port LEDs Figure 1. AT-GS900/8 and AT-GS900/8E Front Panels Figure 2 illustrates the back panels of the AT-GS900/8 and AT-GS900/8E switches.
Chapter 1: Overview Ports The AT-GS900/8 and AT-GS900/8E switches feature eight twisted pair ports. The twisted pair ports feature 8-pin RJ-45 connectors. (For the port pinouts, refer to “Connectors and Port Pinouts” on page 48. The ports are 10Base-T, 100Base-TX, and 1000Base-T compliant and are capable of 10 megabits per second (Mbps), 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps speeds.
Each port has four LEDs as shown in Figure 3. AT-GS900/8 AT-GS900/8E Figure 3. AT-GS900/8 and AT-GS900/8E System and Port LEDs Table 2 describes the AT-GS900/8 and AT-GS900/8E system and port LEDs. Table 2. System and Port LED Descriptions State...
Page 20
Chapter 1: Overview Table 2. System and Port LED Descriptions (Continued) State Description The port is operating in half-duplex mode. Green The port is operating in full-duplex mode.
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide Power Supplies The AT-GS900/8 switch has a single AC power supply socket on the back panel which features autoswitch AC inputs. To power the switch on or off, connect or disconnect the power cord provided with the switch.
NIC already has a MAC address assigned to it by its manufacturer. The MAC address table in the AT-GS900/8 and AT-GS900/8E switches can store up to 4K MAC addresses. 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.
The twisted pair ports on the AT-GS900/8 and AT-GS900/8E switches can operate in either half-or full-duplex mode. They are IEEE 802.3u-compliant and use Auto-Negotiation to set the duplex mode setting for you automatically.
The switch continues to issue PAUSE frames until it is ready again to receive data from the end node. This is referred to as flow control. The AT-GS900/8 and AT-GS900/8E switches support both TX and RX flow control.
The topology shown in Figure 5 is commonly referred to as a power workgroup topology. Each workstation or end node is connected directly to Workgroup a port on the AT-GS900/8 switch. Each end node has a dedicated data Topology link to the switch for best performance and reliability. The devices can operate at 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps or 1000 Mbps.
Chapter 1: Overview Collapsed In the topology illustrated in Figure 6, an AT-GS900/8E connects Fast Ethernet switches that have Gigabit Ethernet uplinks. This type of topology Backbone is often referred to as a collapsed backbone topology. The switch functions as the focal point of the network and transfers an Ethernet frame between the Fast Ethernet switches only when the destination end node for the frame is on a different switch than the end node that originated the frame.
Chapter 2 Installation This chapter contains the following sections: “Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 28 “Selecting a Site for the Switch” on page 30 “Cabling” on page 31 “Unpacking the Switch” on page 32 “Using a Switch on a Desktop” on page 34 “Installing the Power Cord Retaining Clip on the AT-GS900/8L Switch”...
Chapter 2: Installation Reviewing Safety Precautions Please review the following safety precautions before you begin to install the chassis or any of its components. Note When you see the , go to Appendix B, “Translated Safety Statements” on page 51 for translated safety statements. Warning: To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover.
Page 29
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide Circuit Overloading: Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of circuits might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
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.
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide Cabling Table 3 contains the cabling specifications for the twisted pair ports. Table 3. Twisted Pair Cabling and Distances Maximum Speed Type of Cable Operating Distance 10 Mbps Category 3 or better 100-ohm 100 m (328 ft) shielded or unshielded twisted pair cable...
3. Ensure the following hardware components are included in your switch package. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesyn sales representative for assistance. For the AT-GS900/8: One AT-GS900/8 Gigabit Ethernet switch Two rack-mount brackets Four rack-mount screws Four rubber feet (for desktop use)
Page 33
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide Magnet kit For additional information on the magnet kit, please consult your ATI sales representative.
Chapter 2: Installation Using a Switch on a Desktop You can place AT-GS900/8 and AT-GS900/8E switches on a desktop or install them in a 19-inch rack. To install the switch in a rack, refer to “Installing a Switch in a Rack” on page 39.
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide Installing the Power Cord Retaining Clip on the AT-GS900/8L Switch To install the power cord retaining clip on the AT-GS900/8 switch, perform the following procedure: Note Install the power cord retaining clip before you install the switch in a rack.
Chapter 2: Installation 3. With the “u” of the clip facing up, press the sides of the clip toward the center and insert the short ends into the holes in the retaining bracket, as shown in Figure 10. 1 0 0 - 2 4 0 V 5 0 - 6 0 H z 0 .
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide Mounting a Switch on the Wall To mount the AT-GS900/8 or AT-GS900/8E switch on a wall, perform the following procedure: 1. Remove all equipment from the package and store the packaging material in a safe place.
Chapter 2: Installation 6. Place the keyhole slots on the bottom of the switch over the screw heads, as shown in Figure 13. Figure 13. Mounting an AT-GS900/8E Switch on the Wall 7. Slide the switch down onto the screw heads so that the switch is securely mounted on the wall.
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide Installing a Switch in a Rack To install the AT-GS900/8 or AT-GS900/8E switch in a rack, perform the following procedure: 1. If attached, remove the rubber feet using a flat-head screwdriver. 2. Install a bracket on one side of the switch using a Phillips screwdriver and two of the rack-mount screws included with the switch, as shown in Figure 14.
Page 40
Chapter 2: Installation Warning: Class I Equipment. This equipment must be earthed. The power plug must be connected to a properly wired earth ground socket outlet. An improperly wired socket outlet could place hazardous voltages on accessible metal parts. Pluggable Equipment. The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide Wiring the Switch To connect the twisted cables to the RJ-45 ports on the AT-GS900/8 or AT-GS900/8E switch, perform the following procedure: 1. Plug the twisted pair data cables to the RJ-45 ports on the switch, as shown in Figure 15.
Powering On a Switch For power requirements, refer to “Power Specifications” on page 47. Powering On an To power on an AT-GS900/8 switch, perform the following procedure: AT-GS900/8 1. Position the power cord retaining clip in the up position, as shown in Switch Figure 16.
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide Figure 18. Securing the Power Cord with the Retaining Clip 4. Plug the other end of the power cord into a wall outlet. Warning: Power cord is used as a disconnection device. To de- energize equipment, disconnect the power cord.
Chapter 2: Installation Warranty Registration After installing your switch, you can register your product by completing the enclosed warranty card and sending it to Allied Telesyn.
If you need further assistance, please contact Allied Telesyn Technical Support. Refer to “Contacting Allied Telesyn” on page 14. AT-GS900/8 switch: Check the POWER LED on the front of the switch. If the LED is off, indicating that the unit is not receiving power, do the...
Page 46
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Verify that the twisted pair cable is securely connected to the port on the switch and to the port on the end node. Ensure that the twisted pair cable does not exceed 100 meters (328 feet). Verify that you are using the appropriate category of twisted pair cable: Category 3 or better for 10 Mbps operation and Category 5 and Category 5E for 100 and 1000 Mbps operation.
Appendix A Technical Specifications Physical Specifications Dimensions: AT-GS900/8 249 mm x 114 mm x 38 mm (9.80 in x 4.49 in x 1.5 in) AT-GS900/8E 195 mm x 114 mm x 38 mm (7.68 in x 4.49 in x 1.5 in)
Connectors and Port Pinouts This section lists the connectors and connector pinouts for the AT-GS900/8 and AT-GS900/8E switches and their components. Figure 20 illustrates the pin layout to an RJ-45 connector and port. Figure 20. RJ-45 Connector and Port Pin Layout Table 4 lists the RJ-45 pin signals when a twisted pair port is operating in the MDI configuration.
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide 1000Base-T port is operating at 1000 Mbps. Table 6. RJ-45 1000Base-T Connector Pinouts Pair Signal TX and RX+ TX and RX- TX and RX+ TX and RX+ TX and RX- TX and RX- TX and RX+ TX and RX-...
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 52
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 53
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide 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 54
Appendix B: Translated Safety Statements Warning: Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not created due to uneven mechanical loading. Warning: Remove all metal jewelry, such as rings and watches, before installing or removing a line card from a powered-on chassis.
Page 55
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide 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 56
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 57
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide 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 58
Appendix B: Translated Safety Statements Bei der Versorgung der Einheit durch zentralisierten Gleichstrom ist ein Tray-Kabel zum Anschluss der Stromquelle erforderlich. Das Tray-Kabel muss ein UL-gelistetes Typ-TC-Tray-Kabel mit einer Nennspannung von 600 V und einer Nenntemperatur von 90 Grad Celsius, mit drei Leitern und mindestens 14 AWG sein. Achtung: Bei der Rackmontage der Ausrüstung ist darauf zu achten, dass keine Gefahrenbedingung durch ungleichmäßige mechanische Belastung geschaffen wird.
Page 59
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide 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 Waschbottichs, in einem nassen Kellerraum oder in der Nähe eines Schwimmbads.
Page 60
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 61
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide 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.
Page 62
Appendix B: Translated Safety Statements Atención: Si el equipo se monta en un rack, se deberá evitar todo peligro de irregularidad en la carga mecánica. Atención: Quítese todas las joyas metálicas, como anillos y relojes, antes de instalar o quitar una tarjeta de red de un chasis con alimentación eléctrica. Utilice circuitos de alimentación dedicados o acondicionadores de alimentación para suministrar energía eléctrica fiable al dispositivo.
Page 63
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide 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 64
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 65
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide 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 66
Appendix B: Translated Safety Statements Un chemin de câble doit être utilisé pour la connexion à la source d’alimentation si l’unité est alimentée par alimentation c.c. centralisée. Le chemin de câble doit être de type TC agréé UL, intensité nominale de 600 V, 90 °C, trois conducteurs, 14 AWG minimum.
Page 67
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide 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 68
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 69
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide 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 70
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 71
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide 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 72
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 73
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide 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...
Page 74
Appendix B: Translated Safety Statements Для подсоединения источника питания, если установка питается централизованным постоянным током, требуется желобной кабель. Кабель должен быть признанным UL типа и предназначен для 600 В и + 90°C, с тремя кондукторами, минимум 14 AWG (американский калибр). Внимание: Установка...
Page 75
AT-GA900/8 and AT-GA900/8E Gigabit Ethernet Switches Installation Guide 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 стиральным...