User`s guide

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TABLE OF CONTENT
About This Guide................................................................................. 1
Purpose............................................................................................. 1
Terms/Usage .................................................................................... 1
Introduction.......................................................................................... 3
Gigabit Ethernet Technology ........................................................... 3
Fast Ethernet Technology ................................................................ 4
Switching Technology ..................................................................... 5
VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network).............................................. 6
Features............................................................................................ 6
Unpacking and Installation .................................................................. 9
Unpacking........................................................................................ 9
Installation ....................................................................................... 9
Rack Mounting............................................................................... 10
Connecting Network Cable............................................................ 11
AC Power....................................................................................... 12
Identifying External Components ...................................................... 13
Front Panel..................................................................................... 13
Rear Panel...................................................................................... 14
Understanding LED Indicators .......................................................... 15
Power and System LEDs................................................................ 15
Ports 1~24 Status LEDs ................................................................. 16
mini-GBIC 23 & mini-GBIC 24 Status LEDs ............................... 16
Configuration ..................................................................................... 17