Asante Technologies IC35516-G, IC3524-2G, IC3548-2GT, IC35516-T User Manual

IntraCore®

Intelligently Designed Gigabit Switches

From top to bottom: IC3548-2GT, IC3524-2G, IC35160-T, IC35516-T, IC35160-G and IC35516-G

“Initial configuration via the IntraCore’s command
line interface is simple; we got the switch up and
running in minutes. Its web interface is fast,
organized, and easy to navigate. And its

port-based flow control with eight priority levels and
easy-to-set MAC address-based security helps keep
network intruders at bay.”

IntraCore 35160 as reviewed in PC Magazine, May 2003

PRODUCT LINE GUIDE

Rock Solid Reliability

Managing an enterprise network can be a thankless job. When everything’s working like a
well-oiled machine, it’s easy to overlook the results of your detailed planning, intelligent
network architecture and flawless execution. However, once a high-profile user runs into a
problem—expect your phone to be ringing until the issue is resolved to his satisfaction.
From the small remote office to the multi-thousand node campuses, our customers have
depended on Asante networking products to perform flawlessly, 24/7 for the past 15 years.

Intelligently Designed

Pick any IntraCore switch and you’ll see why Asante is the choice for demanding
users—and network managers. Take our IC35160-T, a 16-port Gigabit Ethernet switch.
Each RJ45 port not only handles up to 2000 Mbps (1000 Mbps transmit, 1000 Mbps
receive) at wire speeds with no blocking, they also support Auto-Uplink™ (AU) so
common wiring mistakes, like crossover (MDI-X), can be quickly detected and
automatically fixed.

Ports 13-16 are special on the IC35160-T. Each is paired with an industry-standard
GBIC port to accommodate a fiber Gigabit module (1000BaseSX or 1000BaseLX). For
greater reliability, run both copper (RJ45) and fiber (GBIC) cables to the same port
numbers; in the event of a fiber link failure, the IntraCore switch’s Auto-Failover™ (AF)
service will immediately route traffic to the copper port.

The front-mounted console port is handy for initial configuration (setting up the unit’s IP
address, password, etc.) and troubleshooting. On the rear, a port accepts an emergency

power supply (EPS) module for instant failover should the internal power supply fail.

Student-Proof Security

Employees are generally friendly, but IntraCore
switches have been installed in numerous schools
and universities where students regularly test
Asante’s integrated security suite (ISS) against
unauthorized users and even malicious tampering.
Each security policy can be individually enabled.
Integrated reports quickly produce alerts and graphs
to isolate potential trouble spots. If Asante can keep
students from logging on to a faculty network and
changing their grades, imagine the piece of mind we
can provide for your network.

Features and Benefits

As a pioneer of multiplatform hubs and switches,
IntraCore switches form a complete solution for the
most demanding network environments. Here’s why

so many organizations choose Asante for their
business-critical networks.

IntraCore Highlights

► Enterprise Class Feature Set

Supports industry-standard enterprise
management capabilities. 802.1q, VLANs,
SNMP, Telnet, RMON and more.

Benefits: IntraCore switches are easy to deploy in
large enterprise and campuses.

► Supports Data, Voice and Video over Ethernet/IP

Includes the capability to deliver voice over IP
and video over IP using 802.1p Quality of
Service and IGMP Multicast Pruning.

Benefits: The switches you install today for your
data network can also be used for advanced voice
and video applications in the future.

► Just One Vendor for Layer 2 Switching, Layer 3
IP Routing and 802.11b/g Wireless Networking

Asanté provides a complete solution for your
networking needs.

Benefits: Just one vendor for sales and
technical support. Avoid “finger pointing”
between multiple vendors.

► Unified 802.1x Authentication for Wireless and
Wired Users

With 802.1x and a RADIUS authentication server,
you can restrict network access only to
authenticated wireless and wired users through an
IntraCore 35160 Series switch.

Benefits: Control user access—not just network
ports.

► Simplified Troubleshooting

All IntraCore switches track both the IP address and
physical switch ports. To locate a target device, the
switch’s management utility identifies the physical
port—not just the MAC or IP address. You can even
locate multiple devices with duplicate IP addresses.

Benefits: Quickly identify and locate devices
on your physical network.

► Easily Manage Large Installations

Perform scheduled maintenance on hundreds of
IntraCore switches using the Asanté Enterprise
Device Manager. This Windows-based utility
handles image code updates, configuration file

backups and even inventory management.

Benefits: Save time by scheduling remote
maintenance tasks for all IntraCore switches.

► Simplified Parts Sparing

For mission-critical networks, just keep a few Asanté
IntraCore switches and GBIC modules on-site. In
the unlikely event of a failure, you can immediately
swap in a replacement unit. Many parts (esp. GBICs,
fiber ports and redundant power supplies) are
common to all IntraCore switches—minimizing the
number of extras you’ll need to keep.

Benefits: Minimize downtime and on-site spares
inventory.

► Low-Cost, Redundant Power Supply

IntraCore 3548/35160/35516 switches all support an
external power module to provide non-stop service
in the unlikely event of a main power supply failure.
This is especially important in aggregation switches
and edge switches that support voice services over
Ethernet/IP.

Benefits: Minimize downtime and improve network
uptime.

► Consistent Management Interfaces

All IntraCore Layer 2 switches (3524, 3548,
35160 Series) share the same telnet, web,
console, RMON and SNMP management
interfaces.

Benefits: Learn to manage one IntraCore switch and
you’re ready to manage all the rest.

► Consistent Gigabit Ethernet Fiber Interfaces

All IntraCore switches support the same
industry-standard Gigabit Interface Converter
(GBIC) module with the same SC-type connectors.
IntraCore switches can accept other GBIC
modules and most other switches can also use
the Asanté modules.

Benefits: Mix and match the exact GBIC modules for
single mode or multimode fiber.

► IntraCare 3 Year Service—Included!

Every IntraCore switch is backed by Asante’s best
warranty, support and service package. Everything
is covered (including toll-free telephone technical
support and software updates) for three full years.

Benefits: Save your money; no need to
purchase an expensive support contract.

► Outstanding Value

Asanté’s total cost of ownership is second to none.
Not only are the initial acquisition costs low, 3 years
of IntraCore services (included) represents and
excellent value. Asanté prices are typically 50% (or
more) lower than similar equipment from Cisco
Systems and others.

Benefits: Get exactly what you need at a price that
fits your budget.

Layer 3 Highlights

► Wire-Speed IP Routing

Receive, evaluate and route IP packets
between subnets at the fastest speeds.

Benefits: Your network core operates at the fastest
possible speeds.

► Industry-Standard Layer 3 Routing/Filtering

Complete feature set includes OSPF, DVMRP,
VRRP for standards-based routing.

Benefits: IntraCore 35516 switches/routers can
easily co-exist in a multi-vendor, standards-based
environment.

Flexibility to Meet Your Changing Needs

Your network may be running flawlessly today, but
can you be certain that it has the capability to meet
the changing needs of your users? IntraCore
switches support a rich set of multi-services for
multimedia—perfect for voice/IP and even video/IP.

AF (Auto-Failover), AU (Auto-Uplink), RPS (Redundant Power Supply), Integrated Security Suite (ISS)

Asante IntraCore switches deliver a rich feature set, high performance and low
cost of ownership.

•Standards-based solution for enterprise (LAN edge) and medium-sized
organizations (core and edge).

•Full-featured, high performance design that’s build for converged telephony,

video and data networks.

•Maximum configuration flexibility for the right mix of port counts, media type and

bandwidth.

•Lowest cost of total ownership. Consider the lifecycle cost: acquisition,
expansion, and maintenance (web-based management tools and IntraCare™
three-year warranty and technical support).

Choose the IntraCore switches with the switching and port configurations that
best fit your application.

Layer 3/4: IC35516 Series 16-Port Gigabit Ethernet
Asante’s most versatile Gigabit Ethernet switch is ideal for your network core. With
wire-speed performance, you can depend on the IC35516’s 32 Gbps switch fabric to
efficiently route traffic between

The IC35516 can support both per-port routing and routing between VLANs