GC728X-GC728XP-GC752X-GC752XP Hardware Installation Guide

Table Of Contents

Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction

Overview................................................................................................................5

Features.................................................................................................................6

Safety Instructions and Warnings..........................................................................8

Chapter 2 Hardware Overview

Hardware Description..........................................................................................11

Front Panel Models GC728X and GC728XP..................................................11

Front Panel Models GC752X and GC752XP..................................................12

Status LEDs....................................................................................................13

Back Panel......................................................................................................15

Switch Hardware Interfaces.................................................................................16

RJ-45 Ports for 10/100/1000M BASE-T Ethernet Connectivity.......................16

SFP and SFP+ Ports for Fiber Connectivity....................................................17

USB Port.........................................................................................................17

Console Port....................................................................................................18

Multifunction Reset Button..............................................................................18

Chapter 3 Installation

Step 1: Prepare the Site.......................................................................................20

Step 2: Protect Against Electrostatic Discharge...................................................20

Step 3: Unpack the Switch...................................................................................21

Step 4: Install the Switch......................................................................................22

Install the Switch in a Rack.............................................................................22

Install the Switch on a Flat Surface.................................................................23

Optional Step 5: Install SFP Transceiver Modules...............................................23

Step 6: Connect Devices to the Switch................................................................24

Step 7: Check the Installation..............................................................................24

Step 8: Apply Power and Check the LEDs...........................................................24

Step 9: Manage the Switch..................................................................................25

Chapter 4 Applications

Aggregation and Backbone Switching.................................................................27

PoE Overview......................................................................................................28

Aggregation and Backbone Switching With PoE..................................................29

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Chart..........................................................................................31

PoE Troubleshooting Suggestions.......................................................................32

Additional Troubleshooting Suggestions..............................................................32