Installation guide

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Catalyst 3500 Series XL Hardware Installation Guide
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Contents
Installing the Switch on a Table or Shelf 2-15
Powering On the Switch and Running POST 2-15
Connecting to the 10/100 Ports 2-16
Connecting to the GBIC Module Ports 2-19
Connecting to a 1000BaseX GBIC Module Port 2-19
Connecting to a GigaStack GBIC Module Port 2-21
Connecting a PC or Terminal to the Console Port 2-22
Assigning Switch Information 2-24
Using the Setup Program 2-24
Using BOOTP 2-28
Default Configuration Settings 2-29
Where to Go Next 2-30
CHAPTER 3 Troubleshooting 3-1
Understanding POST Results 3-2
Diagnosing Problems 3-3
APPENDIX A Technical Specifications A-1
APPENDIX B Connector and Cable Specifications B-1
Connector Specifications B-1
10/100 Ports B-1
1000BaseX Ports B-2
Gigastack Port B-3
Console Port B-3
Cable and Adapter Specifications B-4
Crossover and Straight-Through Cable Pinouts B-4