D-link DES-5600 User Manual

DES-5600 Gigabit/Fast Ethernet

Switching System

User’s Guide

Rev. A1 (January, 2000)

651ES5600K15

Printed In Taiwan

RECYCLABLE

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Copyright © 1999 by D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Hardware:

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for a period commencing on the date of purchase from D-Link or its Authorized Reseller and extending for the length of time
stipulated by the Authorized Reseller or D-Link Branch Office nearest to the place of purchase.

This Warranty applies on the condition that the product Registration Card is filled out and returned to a D-Link office within ninety
(90) days of purchase. A list of D-Link offices is provided at the back of this manual, together with a copy of the Registration Card.

If the product proves defective within the applicable warranty period, D-Link will provide repair or replacement of the product.
D-Link shall have the sole discretion whether to repair or replace, and replacement product may be new or reconditioned.
Replacement product shall be of equivalent or better specifications, relative to the defective product, but need not be identical. Any
product or part repaired by D-Link pursuant to this warranty shall have a warranty period of not less than 90 days, from date of
such repair, irrespective of any earlier expiration of original warranty period. When D-Link provides replacement, then the de fective
product becomes the property of D-Link.

Warranty service may be obtained by contacting a D-Link office within the applicable warranty period, and requesting a Return
Material Authorization (RMA) number. If a Registration Card for the product in question has not been returned to D-Link, then a
proof of purchase (such as a copy of the dated purchase invoice) must be provided. If Purchaser's circumstances require special
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and D-Link reserves the right in such a case to levy a reasonable handling charge in addition mailing or shipping costs.

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product, within or without the scope of D-Link's applicable product documentation, will be corrected.

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warranty service as to a hardware product, or to obtain warranty service as to a software product, contact the D-Link office nearest
you. An addresses/
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D-Link Offices to Contact for Warranty Service:
To mail your Registration Card, or to obtain an RMA number or warranty service, see the following address:

In North, Central, and South America:

D-Link Systems Inc.
53 Discovery Drive, Irvine CA 92618
Tel. [phone] Fax [phone]

In Europe and Israel:

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TEL. [phone]

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
this user’s guide, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

CE Mark Warning
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be

required to take adequate measures.

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Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise

Bitte lesen Sie sich diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch.
Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den spätern Gebrauch auf.
Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Vervenden Sie keine Flüssig- oder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten dient ein
angefeuchtetes Tuch zur Reinigung.
Um eine Beschädigung des Gerätes zu vermeiden sollten Sie nur Zubehörteile verwenden, die vom Hersteller zugelassen sind.
Das Gerät is vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen.
Bei der Aufstellung des Gerätes ist auf sichern Stand zu achten. Ein Kippen oder Fallen könnte Verletzungen hervorrufen. Verwenden Sie
nur sichere Standorte und beachten Sie die Aufstellhinweise des Herstellers.
Die Belüftungsöffnungen dienen zur Luftzirkulation die das Gerät vor Überhitzung schützt. Sorgen Sie dafür, daß diese Öffnungen nicht
abgedeckt werden.
Beachten Sie beim Anschluß an das Stromnetz die Anschlußwerte.
Die Netzanschlußsteckdose muß aus Gründen der elektrischen Sicherheit einen Schutzleiterkontakt haben.
Verlegen Sie die Netzanschlußleitung so, daß niemand darüber fallen kann. Es sollete auch nichts auf der Leitung abgestellt werden.
Alle Hinweise und Warnungen die sich am Geräten befinden sind zu beachten.
Wird das Gerät über einen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten Sie es vom Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer
Überspannung eine Beschädigung vermieden.
Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder Flüssigkeiten in das Gerät gelangen. Dies könnte einen Brand bzw.
Elektrischen Schlag auslösen.
Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der elektrischen Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet
werden.
Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen und von einerqualifizierten Servicestelle zu überprüfen:
Netzkabel oder Netzstecker sint beschädigt.
Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen.
Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt.
Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung ensprechend funktioniert oder Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung erzielen.
Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt.
Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist.
Bei Reparaturen dürfen nur Orginalersatzteile bzw. den Orginalteilen entsprechende Teile verwendet werden. Der Einsatz von
ungeeigneten Ersatzteilen kann eine weitere Beschädigung hervorrufen.
Wenden Sie sich mit allen Fragen die Service und Repartur betreffen an Ihren Servicepartner. Somit stellen Sie die Betriebssicherheit des
Gerätes sicher.

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents.................................................................................................................v

About This Guide................................................................................................................ 1

Audience ....................................................................................................................................................................... 1

Organization.................................................................................................................................................................1

1........................................................................................................................................... 2

Introduction......................................................................................................................... 2

Features.........................................................................................................................................................................2

Front Panel....................................................................................................................................................................4

Rear Panel.....................................................................................................................................................................6

Management Methods................................................................................................................................................7

Local Console Management.................................................................................................................................7

Telnet Management................................................................................................................................................7

SNMP Management...............................................................................................................................................7

Web Management...................................................................................................................................................7

Software Update..........................................................................................................................................................7

2........................................................................................................................................... 8

Installing the DES-5600 ...................................................................................................... 8

Unpacking the DES-5600 ...........................................................................................................................................8

Installation Options.....................................................................................................................................................9

Installing Modules.....................................................................................................................................................13

Power On .....................................................................................................................................................................15

3......................................................................................................................................... 16

Connecting the DES-5600 to the Network........................................................................ 16

Cable Specifications.................................................................................................................................................16

Copper Cable .........................................................................................................................................................16

Fiber Optic Cable for Fast Ethernet...................................................................................................................19

Fiber Optic Cable for Gigabit Ethernet ............................................................................................................. 19

Ports.............................................................................................................................................................................20

Fiber Optic Ports...................................................................................................................................................20

RS-232 Port ............................................................................................................................................................20

DES-5600 to DES-5600 Connection.....................................................................................................................21

Connecting the DES-5600 to other Switches and Hubs.....................................................................................21

4......................................................................................................................................... 22

LEDs.................................................................................................................................. 22

CPU Module...............................................................................................................................................................23

16-Port 10/100-TX Module .....................................................................................................................................24

12-Port FX Module ...................................................................................................................................................25

4-Port 1000BASE-SX Module................................................................................................................................26

5......................................................................................................................................... 27

Console Based Management ............................................................................................. 27

Console Management...............................................................................................................................................28

Telnet Management...................................................................................................................................................29

Configuring Through the Ethernet Port ............................................................................................................29

Log In...........................................................................................................................................................................30

Help Message.............................................................................................................................................................32

Panel Conventions .....................................................................................................................................................33

Console Program........................................................................................................................................................34

System Information..............................................................................................................................................34

System Configuration...........................................................................................................................................34

System Utility........................................................................................................................................................34

User Account Management.................................................................................................................................34

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Switch Information....................................................................................................................................................35

Switch Information...............................................................................................................................................35

Port Statistics.........................................................................................................................................................35

Switch Information...............................................................................................................................................36

Port Statistics.........................................................................................................................................................38

System Configuration...............................................................................................................................................42

Port Configuration................................................................................................................................................42

Network Configuration ........................................................................................................................................42

Spanning Tree Configuration..............................................................................................................................42

SNMP Management Configuration...................................................................................................................43

Switch Configuration...........................................................................................................................................43

Switch Port Flow Control....................................................................................................................................43

Port Monitoring.....................................................................................................................................................43

VLAN Port Management.....................................................................................................................................43

Trunking Port Management................................................................................................................................43

Port Configuration................................................................................................................................................44

Network Configuration ........................................................................................................................................46

Spanning Tree Configuration Menu..................................................................................................................47

Spanning Tree Switch Configuration................................................................................................................48

Spanning Tree Port Configuration.....................................................................................................................52

SNMP Management Configuration Menu............................................................................................................53

SNMP Manager Configuration...........................................................................................................................54

SNMP Trap Manager Configuration.................................................................................................................55

Switch Configuration...........................................................................................................................................57

Switch Port Flow Control....................................................................................................................................58

Port Monitoring.....................................................................................................................................................59

VLAN Port Management.........................................................................................................................................61

Create VLAN.........................................................................................................................................................62

Delete VLAN.........................................................................................................................................................63

Modify/ View VLAN ...........................................................................................................................................64

Trunking Port Management.....................................................................................................................................66

Create Trunking Group ........................................................................................................................................ 67

Delete Trunking Group ........................................................................................................................................ 68

Modify/ /View Trunking Group.........................................................................................................................69

System Utility Menu.................................................................................................................................................70

System Reset.........................................................................................................................................................71

Factory Reset to Default Configuration Values ..............................................................................................72

Software Update....................................................................................................................................................72

User Account Management.....................................................................................................................................75

Create New User ................................................................................................................................................... 76

Modify/ Delete Users...........................................................................................................................................77

Change Password..................................................................................................................................................78

6......................................................................................................................................... 80

Web Management ............................................................................................................. 80

Using Web Management..........................................................................................................................................80

Commands .................................................................................................................................................................. 80

Logging In...................................................................................................................................................................81

System Information..............................................................................................................................................82

System Configuration...........................................................................................................................................82

System Utility........................................................................................................................................................82

User Account Management.................................................................................................................................82

Switch Information....................................................................................................................................................83

Port Statistics.........................................................................................................................................................85

System Configuration...............................................................................................................................................89

Port Configuration................................................................................................................................................89

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Network Configuration ........................................................................................................................................91

Spanning Tree Switch Configuration................................................................................................................92

Spanning Tree Port Configuration.....................................................................................................................96

SNMP Management Configuration ........................................................................................................................ 98

SNMP Trap Manager Configuration...............................................................................................................100

Switch Configuration.........................................................................................................................................102

Switch Port Flow Control..................................................................................................................................103

Port Monitoring...................................................................................................................................................103

VLAN Port Management.......................................................................................................................................106

Trunking Port Management...................................................................................................................................108

System Utility Menu...............................................................................................................................................109

Factory Reset to Default Config Values.........................................................................................................109

Software Update..................................................................................................................................................110

User Account Management...................................................................................................................................112

Create New User .................................................................................................................................................112

Modify/ Delete Users.........................................................................................................................................113

Change Password................................................................................................................................................114

7....................................................................................................................................... 116

Troubleshooting............................................................................................................... 116

Appendix A..................................................................................................................... 118

DES-5600 Technical Specifications................................................................................ 118

Switch Specifications.........................................................................................................................................118

Port Specifications..............................................................................................................................................118

Index................................................................................................................................ 123

Registration Card............................................................................................................. 126

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Fast Ethernet Switching System User’s Guide

This section defines the scope of this guide and gives a summary of the contents
of each chapter. It describes the features of the D-Link DES-5600 Gigabit/Fast
Ethernet Switching System. Information about the DES-5600 and other D-Link
products is available on our web site at www.dlink.com.

Audience

This user guide is intended for the networking or computer technician who is
installing the DES-5600 on a network. Refer to other sources for information
about networking in general.

All the information you need to install, configure and troubleshoot the DES-5600
is contained in this user guide.

Organization

About This Guide

Chapter 1, Introduction, gives a physical and functional overview of the DES-

5600. The DES-5600 features, LEDs, and management methods are covered.
Chapter 2, Installing the DES-5600, covers installation and powering on.
Chapter 3, Connecting the DES-5600 to the Network, covers connecting the DES-

5600 to the network, maximum cable length, cable specifications and connections
between multiple DES-5600 switches.

Chapter 4, LEDs, covers reading and interpreting the LED panel.
Chapter 5, Console Based Management, covers managing the DES-5600 over

Local Console.
Chapter 6, Web Management, covers managing the DES-5600 over the web.
Chapter 7, Troubleshooting, covers troubleshooting the DES-5600.
Appendix A, DES-5600 Technical Specifications, covers the technical

specifications of the DES-5600.

About This Guide

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This chapter gives a physical and functional overview of the DES-5600. The
DES-5600 is an intelligent, managed, modular switch, designed for use on
medium sized networks as part of the backbone or for use with other switches and
hubs on a larger network.

The chapter is divided into the following sections. Each section briefly describes
the features of the DES-5600. Most of the topics discussed will be explained in
greater detail later in the manual.

The topics covered are:

• Summary of Features

• Modules of the DES-5600

• Explanation of Front and Rear Panels

• Management Methods

• Updating Firmware

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Introduction

Features

The DES-5600 has three modules available. You can use the modules in any
combination. The modules have the following ports:

• 16 Port 10/100 Mbps TX Module

• 12 Port 100 Mbps FX Module

• 4 Port 1000 Mbps SX Module

The DES-5600 has the following features:

• All TX ports auto-negotiate 10/100 Mbps.

• Supports up to sixty-four 10/100-TX ports.

• Supports up to forty-eight 100BASE-FX ports.

• Supports sixteen 1000BASE-SX ports.

• The DES-5600 can be managed through four methods: Console

• Supports Store-and-Forward switching.

• Supports Full and Half Duplex for both 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps.

Management, Telnet Management, SNMP Management and Web
Management.

Introduction

• Supports Spanning Tree Protocol to eliminate network loops.

• Sixteen thousand active MAC address table entries per device with

self-learning and table aging.

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• The DES-5600 supports SNMP for RFC 1213, RFC 1757, and

RFC 1493.

• VLAN support for eight broadcast domains.

• Port Trunking support for bandwidth aggregation between two

DES-5600 switches.

• The 1000BASE-SX port supports flow control compliant with

IEEE 802.3x standard.

• Modular chassis that support RJ-45, fiber optic and gigabit

expansion modules

• Support for RMON statistics through SNMP software.

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Front Panel

The DES-5600 is designed for management at a glance. The front of the DES­5600 has LEDs that give you essential information at a glance.

The DES-5600 is a modular unit. The chassis has a CPU slot and four slots for
media modules. All the modules have LEDs. See Chapter 4, LEDs, for
information on interpreting the LEDs. All slots are full sized. All slots support
modules and can be used simultaneously.

All ports can be used for network connections. The RS-232 port is used for
Console Management.

All LEDs are located on the front panel of the DES-5600. Their purpose is to
enable you to monitor the operation and performance of the DES-5600.

Contact D-Link, Inc. sales to purchase additional modules.
The front of the DES-5600 is shown in Figure 1.

Modules

There are three modules available:

• 16-Port 10/100TX

• 12-Port 100Base-FX module

• 4-Port 1000Base-SX Module

Note: Back Plane refers to the internal back plane of the DES-5600 series. It is
not visible or accessible without opening the case. All modifications and repairs
to the back plane must be done by D-Link Systems, Inc. or authorized repair
facilities. Do not open the case. Opening the case can cause injury and/or damage.
If there is a problem with the modules or the back plane, contact D-Link System,
Inc. Technical Support for assistance.

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DES-5600

Slot 1CPU Module RS-232 PortSlot 2

Fast Ethernet Switching System

D-Link

Slot 3 1000Base-SX Ports 100Base-FX Ports Slot 4

Figure 1: DES-5600 Front Panel

MDI-X Ports

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Rear Panel

The three pronged power plug and ventilation fan are located at the rear of the
DES-5600, displayed in Figure 2. The DES-5600 works with AC in the range
100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz. The power requirements are indicated on the rear panel
of the DES-5600. When installing the DES-5600, leave enough room to enable
you to plug in the power cable.

There are heat vents located on the sides. The fans and the vents help to cool the
DES-5600. Always leave two inches of space around the DES-5600 so that air
can circulate and cool the DES-5600.

Fan

Three Pronged Power Plug

Figure 2: DES-5600 Rear Panel

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Management Methods

The DES-5600 supports four management methods:

• Local Console Management

• Telnet Management

• Web Management

• D-View/ SNMP Management

Local Console Management

Local Console Management is done through the RS-232 Console port. Managing
the DES-5600 in this mode requires a direct connection between a PC and the
DES-5600.

Telnet Management

Telnet is done over the network. Once the DES-5600 is on the network, you can
use Telnet to log in and change the configuration.

SNMP Management

The DES-5600 supports SNMP through other vendor’s SNMP applications.
Please refer to the appropriate documentation for instructions on installing and
using SNMP applications.

Web Management

Web Management is done over the Internet. Once an Internet Protocol (IP)
address has been assigned to the DES-5600 it can be accessed over the Internet.

Software Update

Software can be updated quickly and easily. See the section Software Update
Menu, Chapter 5, for instructions on updating software.

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Installing the DES-5600

This chapter covers the following:

• Unpacking the DES-5600

• Installation Options

• Installing Optional Modules

• Powering on the DES-5600

Unpacking the DES-5600

Open the box and carefully unpack the DES-5600. You should have all the items
on the following checklist:

• DES-5600 Gigabit/Fast Ethernet Switching System

• RS-232 DCE serial cable

• Two mounting brackets and eight screws

• Four rubber pads with adhesive backing

• One 1.82 m (6 foot) power cord

• DES-5600 User’s Guide CD ROM

• Registration Card

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If any items are missing, contact the retailer where you purchased the DES-5600
for assistance.

Be sure to register the DES-5600 immediately. Failure to register the DES-5600
may void the warranty.

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Installation Options

There are two options for installing the DES-5600: desktop/ shelf installation or
rack installation.

Follow these guidelines for desktop/ shelf installation or rack installation:

• The surface must support 8 kg (18 lbs.)

• The power source must be within 1.82 m (6 feet)

• The power cord and cables should never be stretched.

• Leave at least 5.08 cm (2 in.) around the DES-5600 for ventilation

The following tools and materials may be necessary to install the DES-5600:

• Screwdriver to install the brackets as needed.

• Wire cutters to cut cable as needed for network connections.

• Crimpers to crimp cable as needed.

• RJ-45 connectors as needed.

• SC fiber optic cable connectors as needed.

Refer to Chapter 3, Cable Specifications for cable types and specifications.

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Desktop/ Shelf Installation

The dimensions of the DES-5600 are 17.4inches (442 mm) x 10.5 inches (267
mm) x 6 inches (160 mm). These measurements include the 8 mm rubber feet
provided with the DES-5600.

Follow these steps to install the DES-5600 on a desktop or shelf:

1. Place the four rubber feet at the corners of the DES-5600. See

Figure 3.

2. Place the DES-5600 on a desktop/ shelf. See Figure 4.

Figure 3: Install Feet on Bottom

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Figure 4: Attach Feet

Rack Installation

The DES-5600 can be mounted in an EIA standard size, 19 inch rack. The
dimensions of the DES-5600 are 6 inches (152 mm) x 10.5 inches (266 mm) x

17.4 inches (442 mm). The DES-5600 can be placed in a wiring closet along with
other equipment.

Follow these steps to install the DES-5600 on a rack:

1. Attach a mounting bracket to each side of the DES-5600 with the

screws provided. See Figure 5.

2. Slide the DES-5600 into the rack and use the screws provided to

secure the DES-5600 to the rack. See Figure 6.

3. Connect the power cord and verify that the DES-5600 is receiving

adequate power.

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Figure 5: Attach Mounting Brackets

Figure 6: Insert into Rack

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Installing Modules

The process for installing all modules is the same. You cannot change the position
of the CPU module. It must remain in the CPU slot. The DES-5600 will not work
unless the CPU module is installed in the CPU slot.

You can purchase modules separately in order to meet the needs of your network.
The procedure for installing all modules is the same. Follow these steps to install
modules:

1. Power the DES-5600 off before installing or removing modules.

None of the modules are hot swappable. Removing or installing
modules while the DES-5600 is powered on can damage the DES­5600 and the modules.

2. Grasp the thumbscrews on the side of the module or blank bracket

and turn counterclockwise to unscrew them. Remove the old
module or the blank bracket and set aside. Do not discard the
module or blank bracket. Put the old module or blank bracket back
in if you remove the new module.

3. Install the new module by inserting it into the guides, see Figure 7,

and sliding it in until it stops. Press in firmly until you feel the
module snap into place. The module should be level and flush with
the rest of the DES-5600 Never force, twist or bend the module.
The module slides in smoothly.

4. Gently push the thumbscrews in and turn clockwise to tighten. Do

not over tighten the thumbscrews.

5. Power the DES-5600 on after the new module is installed. The

DES-5600 will auto detect the module and it will appear on the
menu.

6. The 100BASE-FX and 1000-BASE-SX ports have dust covers

over the transceivers. Remove the dust covers before plugging in
the cable.

7. Check the LEDs to verify that there is a link at the port.

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Figure 7: Insert Module

See the Troubleshooting section if the optional module is not working properly.

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Power On

The universal power supply will adjust to the local power source automatically.
The DES-5600 may be plugged in without having any or with all LAN segment
cables connected.

The power plug is located at the rear of the DES-5600. Plug the cable into the
wall socket and plug the other end into the DES-5600. The power LED lights and
all ports auto negotiate the proper speed and duplex mode.

Reboot the DES-5600 if there is a problem. Contact D-Link Systems, Inc. for
technical support. Check the configuration of the DES-5600 after a power failure
but do not reset unless it is necessary.

The DES-5600 can be used with power sources in the range 100 to 240 VAC., 50
to 60 Hz.

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Connecting the DES-5600 to the

This chapter covers the following:

• Cable Specifications

• Ports

• Connecting the DES-5600 to another DES-5600

• Connecting the DES-5600 to other switches and hubs

This section deals with making cables and connecting the DES-5600 to other
devices. It is extremely important that cables have the correct pin arrangement
and that the proper cables be used when connecting to servers, switches, hubs,
workstations and other devices.

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Network

Cable Specifications

Use the following guidelines when handling cables:

• Do not stretch or bend cables.

• Do not put copper cables near sources of electromagnetic

interference. Fiber optic cables are immune to most
electromagnetic interference.

• Do not create trip hazards by laying cables in aisles and walkways.

• Secure cables to the floor when routing in aisles or walkways.

Do not use telephone cable. Telephone cable does not support Ethernet or Fast
Ethernet.

Copper Cable

In order for Ethernet or Fast Ethernet to work the wires must be arranged
correctly inside the RJ-45 connector. The most common problem on Ethernet or
Fast Ethernet networks is the cable. If you migrate from Ethernet to Fast Ethernet,
make sure the cables are pinned out properly.

There are two types of cables: straight through and crossover. Category 3, 4, and
5 UTP/STP cable has eight wires inside the sheath. The wires form four pairs.
Straight through cable has the same pin out, inside the RJ-45 connector, at both
ends. Crossover cable has a different pin arrangement at each end. Fast Ethernet
does not tolerate incorrect pin arrangements. You must use the correct pin
arrangement in order for the DES-5600 to work properly. See Figure 8, for an
example of straight through and crossover cable.

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The type of cable you use depends on the speed of your network. A network
running at 10 Mbps can use lower grade cable than a network running at 100
Mbps. Table 1: Cable Specifications for Copper Connection, shows the cable
requirements for Ethernet and Fast Ethernet networks.

Table 1: Cable Specifications for Copper Connection

Ethernet Type Cable Requirements Maximum Length
10BASE-T Category 3, 4, and 5 UTP or STP 100 M (328 ft.)
100BASE-TX Category 3, 4, and 5 UTP or STP 100 M (328 ft.)

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Figure 8: Cable Diagram

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Fiber Optic Cable for Fast Ethernet

Cable length can be up to two kilometers (1.25 miles) in full duplex and 412
meters (1350 feet) in half duplex transmitting at 100 Mbps.

Fiber optic cables connected to the fiber expansion module for 100 Mbps must
meet the following specifications to carry 1300 nm wavelength for the specified
distance:

• Multi-mode cable ISO/IEC 793-2 type B1 and ITU-T G.652

standards

• Cable must have MTRJ connectors

Fiber Optic Cable for Gigabit Ethernet

Fiber optic cables attached to the gigabit expansion module must meet the
following specifications to carry 850 nm wavelength for the specified distance:

• Multi-mode cable ISO/IEC 793-2 type B1 and ITU-T G.652

standards

• Cable must have MTRJ connectors

Gigabit traffic can travel the following distances using the specified cable:

• 62.5 um cable 220 meters (720 feet)

• 50 um cables 500 meters (1639 feet)

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Ports

Fiber Optic Ports

The DES-5600 supports 100BASE-FX and 1000BASE-SX. The chassis supports
a maximum of 48 100BASE-FX ports and a maximum of 16 1000BASE-SX ports.

There are two fiber optic modules available: a 12-Port 100BASE-FX module and
a 4-Port 1000Base-SX module.

Refer to Installing Modules for installation instructions. Refer to Cable
Specifications for information on cable types and connectors.

Follow these steps to connect cables to the DES-5600:

1. Check for the appropriate cable configuration for each device.

2. Plug one end of the cable into any of the ports.

3. Plug the other end into the appropriate port on the other device.

4. Verify that the LED indicates connection at the proper speed and

duplex mode.

RS-232 Port

Follow these steps to connect the DES-5600 and another device:

1. Plug one end of the cable provided into the port.

2. Plug the other end into the PC.

3. Run HyperTerminal or a terminal emulation program using the

settings given for Local Console Management at the beginning of
Chapter 5.

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DES-5600 to DES-5600 Connection

Two or more DES-5600s can be connected together through crossover cable ports.
When connecting multiple ports to another DES-5600 use port trunking for better
performance. When bandwidth aggregation is desired, connect multiple ports to
another DES-5600. Refer to Chapter 5 for information about port trunking.

Connecting the DES-5600 to other Switches
and Hubs

You can connect the DES-5600 to other switches and hubs on the network. The
DES-5600 is compatible with the DES-3216, DES-3224, DES-5016, DES-5024
and DES-5200.

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Slot 3

1000Base-SX Ports

100Base-FX Ports

Slot 4

The LED panel is designed to enable you to manage the DES-5600 at a glance.
The LEDs on each module are dealt with in detail.

The LEDs indicate the following:

• Power

• Status

• Link/ Act/ 100/ 10/ 1000

• Utilization

• Full/ Half Duplex

• Link

• Speed

• Duplex mode

• Act

• Status

• OK

• Fault

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LEDs

All LEDs are described in detail. Use the tables to determine the meaning of each
LED. All LEDs are located on the front of the DES-5600, displayed in Figure 9.

Slot 1CPU Module RS-232 PortSlot 2

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MDI-X Ports

D-Link

LEDs

Figure 9: DES-5600 LEDs

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CPU Module

The CPU module, displayed in Figure 10, is in the middle of the chassis. This is
the only slot it will work in. If it is not middle of the chassis, the DES-5600 will
not work. See Table 2: Power LED for an explanation of the LEDs on the CPU
module.

Each LED is explained in detail.

Module Fail

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Figure 10: CPU Module

Module Fail

OK

Fault

UtilizationPower

Power

The power LED lights when the DES-5600 is powered on. The purpose is to
confirm that the DES-5600 is getting adequate power. See Table 2: Power LED.

Table 2: Power LED

Status Color Meaning
On Green DES-5600 is powered on
Off Dark DES-5600 is powered off, check power cable and

connection

Status

The OK indicates the status of the switch. The OK LED is green when the switch
is okay. The Fault LED is amber if there is problem.

LEDs

Utilization

The Utilization LED indicates the utilization of the DES-5600’s CPU. It
increments from left to right. The higher the number the greater the switch
utilization.

Module Fail

Indicates the number of the module that has failed.

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