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Switch features14

The switch provides connectivity for devices manufactured by multiple original equipment

manufacturers (OEMs). To determine if an OEM product can communicate through connections

provided by the switch, or if communication restrictions apply, refer to the supporting publications

for the product or contact your HP marketing representative.

Figure 1 Edge Switch 2/24 (front view)

Field replaceable units (FRUs)

The switch provides a modular design that enables quick removal and replacement of FRUs,

including small form factor pluggable (SFP) optical transceivers and power supply assemblies with

internal cooling fans. Edge Switch 2/24 FRUs are detailed in the front and rear panel feature

descriptions.

Front panel features

Connectors and indicators include the:

• Combined initial machine load and reset (IML/RESET) button.

• Ethernet LAN connector.

• Green power (PWR) and amber system error (ERR) LEDs.

• Green, blue, and amber status LEDs associated with FRUs.