HP 2540 Quick guide

HPE 2530 24-Port and 48-Port Switches Quick Setup Guide

The switch drawings in this document are for illustration only and may not match your particular switch model.

For more detailed instructions and information to set up your switch, view or download the Installation and Getting Started Guide for your switch at http://www.hpe.com/networking/support.

1. Unpack and check included parts.

• Documentation kit

• Switch

• Console port serial cable (DB-9 to RJ-45)

• Accessory kit (installation hardware)

• AC power cord

2. Prepare for installation. To avoid personal injury or product damage, review “Safety and Regulatory

Information for HPE 2530 24/48-Port Switches” (page 4).

3. Power on and verify that Self-Test completes normally. Power on the switch by connecting the power cord through the AC power connector and switch on the power switch.

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4. Install the switch hardware. Unplug the AC power from the switch before installing the switch hardware.

Rack mounting: Use a #1 Phillips (cross-head) screwdriver to attach the accessory kit brackets to the switch using the eight 8-mm M4 screws. Then use the four number 12-24 screws to secure the brackets to the rack.

NOTE: The HPE 2530 24-port and 48-port switches can also be mounted in 4-post racks and cabinets by using the HPE X410 Switch Rail Kit (J9583A). For instructions on using the kit, see the documentation that is included with the kit.

Table or desktop mounting: Attach the four self-adhesive pads (included in the accessory kit) to the bottom corners of the switch and place the switch on a secure horizontal surface.

Wall or under-table: Use a #1 Phillips (cross-head) screwdriver to attach the supplied brackets to the switch using the eight 8-mm M4 screws in the orientation shown.

For wall-mounting, the network ports must be facing up or down. Do not mount the switch with ventilation or fan ducts facing up or down. ( See “Installation Precautions” (page 4).)

Attach the switch to the wall or wood surface with four 5/8-inch number 12 wood or tap screws (not included).

5. Power on the switch. As shown in step 3.

6. Connect network cables.

NOTE: For transceiver connections, install and use only Hewlett Packard Enterprise SFP transceivers supported by the switch.

See “SFP Installation Notes” (page 3).

7. (Optional) Configure the switch for management.

By factory default, the switch will automatically obtain its IP network configuration from a DHCP or BootP server. Subsequently, you can determine the IP address assigned to the switch by inspecting your DHCP/BootP server or by using LLDP from a connected device.

You can also manage and configure the switch through a console port connection. Connect a VT-100 terminal or PC (with suitable terminal emulation software) to the switch using the serial cable (DB-9 and RJ-45 connectors) supplied with the switch.

NOTE: You can also connect a console to the switch through the USB console port (cable not provided). Use a USB 2.0 high-speed cable with a male type A (4-pin) to male micro-B (5-pin) connector. Maximum allowable length is 5m. For more information on using the USB console port, see the Installation and Getting Started Guide for your switch.

For information on configuration and remote management, see the Management and Configuration Guide for your switch. The manuals are available at http://www.hpe.com/networking/support.

SFP Installation Notes

• Use only genuine Hewlett Packard Enterprise SFPs. Non-Hewlett Packard Enterprise SFP transceivers are not supported. Use of genuine Hewlett Packard Enterprise products ensures that your network maintains optimal performance and reliability. Should you require additional transceivers, contact an Hewlett Packard Enterprise sales representative or an authorized reseller.

• Hot swapping SFP transceivers. Supported SFP transceivers that you can install in your Hewlett Packard Enterprise switch can be “hot swapped”–removed and installed while the switch is receiving power. You should disconnect the network cables from the SFP transceivers before hot-swapping them.

When you replace an SFP transceiver with another of a different type, the switch may retain selected port-specific configuration settings that were configured for the replaced unit. Be sure to validate or reconfigure port settings as required.

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