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Contents
About This Guide
Who Should Use This Guide ............................................................................................................... xv
How to Use This Guide ...................................................................................................................... xvi
Related Documents ........................................................................................................................... xvi
Conventions Used in This Guide .......................................................................................................xvii
Getting Help ......................................................................................................................................xviii
Chapter 1: Introduction
Overview ............................................................................................................................................1-1
A2H123-24 Switch .......................................................................................................................1-1
Stack Connections .......................................................................................................................1-3
Redundant Power Supply Capability ...........................................................................................1-3
Connectivity .......................................................................................................................................1-3
Management ......................................................................................................................................1-3
Switch Configuration Using WebView .........................................................................................1-3
Switch Configuration Using CLI Commands ...............................................................................1-4
Standards Compatibility .....................................................................................................................1-4
LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs ...............................................................................................................1-4
Chapter 2: Network Requirements
10BASE-T Network ............................................................................................................................2-1
100BASE-TX Network .......................................................................................................................2-2
100BASE-FX Network .......................................................................................................................2-2
1000BASE-T Network ........................................................................................................................2-2
Chapter 3: Hardware Installation
Considerations Prior to Installation ....................................................................................................3-2
Required Tools ...................................................................................................................................3-2
Unpacking the Switch ........................................................................................................................3-2
Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface ...............................................................................................3-3
Installing the Rubber Feet ...........................................................................................................3-3
Guidelines for Flat Surface Installation ........................................................................................3-5
Rack Mounting the Switch ................................................................................................................3-6
Guidelines for Rackmount Installation .........................................................................................3-6
Attaching Brackets and Installing in Rack ...................................................................................3-6
Connecting Stacking Cables ..............................................................................................................3-7
Configuring Switches in a Stack ........................................................................................................3-9
About SecureStack A2 Switch Operation in a Stack ...................................................................3-9
Recommended Procedures for New and Existing Stacks .........................................................3-10
Connecting AC and RPS-SYS Power ..............................................................................................3-12
AC Power ..................................................................................................................................3-12
C2RPS-SYS Redundant Power System ...................................................................................3-14
Stack Initialization Overview ......................................................................................................3-15