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Business Series Smart Gigabit Ethernet Switch

USER GUIDE

BUSINESS SERIES

Model: SLM2048, SLM2024, SLM248G, SLM248P, SLM224G, SLM224P

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction 1

Chapter 2: Product Overview 2

SLM2048 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

SLM2024 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

SLM248G . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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

Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

SLM248P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

SLM224G . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

SLM224P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Chapter 3: Installation 8

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Pre-Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Fast Ethernet Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Full-Duplex Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

1000BASE-T Cable Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Positioning the Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Placement Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Desktop Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Rack-Mount Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Uplinking the Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Chapter 4: Conguration Using the Web-based Utility 11

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Setup > Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Setup > Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Setup > Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Port Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Port Management > Port Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Port Management > Link Aggregation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

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Port Management > LACP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Port Management > PoE Power Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

VLAN Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

VLAN Management > Create VLAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

VLAN Management > Port Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

VLAN Management > Port to VLAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

VLAN Management > VLAN to Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Statistics > Interface Statistics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Security > 802.1x Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Security > Port Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Security > Storm Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Security > RADIUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

QoS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

QoS > CoS Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

QoS > Queue Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

QoS > DSCP Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

QoS > Basic Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Spanning Tree. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Spanning Tree > STP Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Spanning Tree > Global STP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Spanning Tree > STP Port Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Multicast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Multicast > IGMP Snooping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Multicast > Bridge Multicast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Multicast > Bridge Multicast Forward All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Admin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Admin > User Authentication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Admin > Static Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Admin > Dynamic Address. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Admin > Port Mirroring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Admin > Save Conguration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Admin > Firmware Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Admin > Reboot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Admin > Factory Default . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Admin > Logging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Admin > Memory Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Admin > Flash Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Logout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

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Appendix A: About Gigabit Ethernet and Fiber Optic Cabling 37

Gigabit Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Fiber Optic Cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Appendix B: Glossary 38

Appendix C: Specications 42

SLM2024/SLM2048 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

SLM224G/SLM248G/SLM224P/SLM248P. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Appendix D: Warranty and Regulatory Information 45

Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Safety Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Industry Canada Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Règlement d’Industry Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste

Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Appendix E: Contact Information 51

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Chapter 1: Introduction

Thank you for choosing the Linksys Business Series Smart Gigabit Ethernet Switch.

The new Linksys Business Series Smart Gigabit Ethernet Switches are cost-effective switching solutions ideal for small businesses, the network edge, or workgroups within larger organizations. These easy-to-install, highspeed switches offer many of the same Quality of Service and Security features found in more expensive full Layer 2 managed switches but without their complexity. The Smart Switches offer the following interfaces:

The SLM2024 and SLM2048 offer twenty four (24) or

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forty eight (48) 10/100/1000 Gigabit copper ports, with two (2) shared copper or optical (SFP) uplink interfaces for connecting the switch to the core network.

The SLM224G, SLM224P, SLM248G, and SLM248P

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offer twenty four (24) or forty eight (48) 10/100 copper ports, with two (2) shared Gigabit copper or optical (SFP) uplink interfaces for connecting the switch to the core network.

The Smart Switch’s simplified user interface is an intuitive management tool enabling you to quickly utilize the comprehensive feature-set of the switch, resulting in a better optimized network.

For Wireless or VoIP deployments, the SLM224P and SLM248P support the IEEE802.3af standard for Power over Ethernet (PoE). This eliminates the need for additional power cables and the need for a nearby power outlet, thereby making installation simple and inexpensive, allowing networking devices like cameras and Wireless Access Points to be positioned in optimal locations like in ceilings and walls -- even outdoors.

security by keeping sensitive data separated from other workgroups on the network..

Network Security is an absolute requirement for any business and preventing unauthorized access to the company network is business-critical. The Smart Switch secures the network through 802.1X port authentication which prompts end-users to provide their username and password before they are permitted to pass data. User access can also be controlled through the Smart Switch’s MAC-Based Filtering capability which allows network access only to those devices or workstations that have been authorized as identified by their MAC (Media Access Control) address. The Many-to-One or One-to-One Port Mirroring feature of the Smart Switch enables you to monitor the type of traffic being transmitted on the network.

The Smart Switch includes features for quickly expanding and growing your network. To substantially increase network throughput speeds, especially useful for companies whose employees are routinely backing up their hard drives to a company server or storage platform, the Smart Switch supports Link Aggregation which allows multiple high-bandwidth trunks between switches to be set up. Link Aggregation also provides a level of availability and redundancy as traffic will continue to flow even if one of the network links breaks. The Smart Switch’s Spanning Tree Protocol support (STP) and Storm Control features help to control planned or inadvertent cable loops when switches are connected to one another. These loops can cause broadcast or multicast storms in the network and severely limit its performance. With these features, you can confidently build a mesh of switches and quickly expand your network to support your growing workforce.

The Smart Switch includes numerous QoS features to ensure that traffic is prioritized properly to deliver the best possible user experience for real time applications like voice and video or bandwidth intensive graphic/ video file uploads or downloads. With its IGMP Snooping feature, the Smart Switch limits IP multicast traffic (real time presentations, videoconferences, on-line gaming) to only the ports that have requested it enabling the rest of the network to operate at peak efficiency. Additional QoS capabilities like IEEE 802.1p Priority Tagging, DSCP (Differentiated Services Code Point), and 4 hardware queues also maintain quality for real-time applications like voice and video. Network traffic can be optimized with the switch’s 802.1Q VLAN (Virtual LAN) support which enables you to quickly segregate network traffic by department or workgroup. VLANs also provide an additional layer of

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Chapter 2: Product Overview

SLM2048

Front Panel

The Switch’s LEDs and ports are located on the front panel.

Front Panel of the SLM2048

SYSTEM (Green) Lights up to indicate that the

Switch is powered on. Blinks while the Switch is performing a system self-test.

LNK/ACT (1-48) (Green) Lights up to indicate

a functional 10/100/1000 Mbps network link through the corresponding port (1 through 48) with an attached device. Blinks to indicate that the Switch is actively sending or receiving data over that port.

Gigabit (1-48) (Amber) Lights up to indicate

a functional 1000 Mbps connection on the corresponding port (1 through 48) with an attached device.

Reset Press and hold the Reset Button for less

than ten seconds to reboot the Switch. Press and hold the Reset Button for more than ten seconds to reset the Switch’s settings to the factory defaults.

Ethernet 1-48 The Switch is equipped with 48

auto-sensing, Ethernet network ports, which use RJ-45 connectors. The Fast Ethernet ports support network speeds of 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1000 Mbps. They can operate in half- and fullduplex modes. Auto-sensing technology enables each port to automatically detect the speed of the device connected to it (10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1000 Mbps), and adjust its speed and duplex accordingly.

miniGBIC (1-2) The miniGBIC (gigabit interface

converter) port is a connection point for a miniGBIC expansion module, so the Switch can be uplinked via fiber to another switch. The MiniGBIC port provides a link to a high-speed network segment or individual workstation at speeds of up to 1000 Mbps.

To establish a Gigabit Ethernet connection using a miniGBIC port, you will need to install a MGBT1, MGBSX1, or MGBLH1 Gigabit expansion module and use Category 5e cabling or fiber optic cabling.

To establish a Fast Ethernet connection using a miniGBIC port, you will need to install a MFEFX1 (100BASE-FX) or MFELX1 (100BASE-LX) 100SFP Transceiver and use fiber optic cabling.

NOTE: On the SLM2048, MiniGBIC ports are

shared with standard ports. If a miniGBIC port is used, then the shared standard port on the Switch cannot be used. The following table defines the shared port mapping of the SLM2048 Switch.

SLM2048 Shared Port Mapping

miniGBIC Port Standard Port

miniGBIC 1 Port 24

miniGBIC 2 Port 48

Back Panel

The power port is located on the back panel of the Switch.

Back Panel of the SLM2048

POWER The Power port is where you connect

the AC power.

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SLM2024

Front Panel

The Switch’s LEDs and ports are located on the front panel.

Front Panel of the SLM2024

SYSTEM (Green) Lights up to indicate that the

Switch is powered on. Blinks while the Switch is performing a system self-test.

LNK/ACT (1-24) (Green) Lights up to indicate

a functional 10/100/1000 Mbps network link through the corresponding port (1 through 24) with an attached device. Blinks to indicate that the Switch is actively sending or receiving data over that port.

Gigabit (1-24) (Amber) Lights up to indicate

a functional 1000 Mbps connection on the corresponding port (1 through 24) with an attached device.

Reset Press and hold the Reset Button for less

than ten seconds to reboot the Switch. Press and hold the Reset Button for more than ten seconds to reset the Switch’s settings to the factory defaults.

Ethernet 1-24 The Switch is equipped with 24

miniGBIC (1-2) The miniGBIC (gigabit interface

To establish a Gigabit Ethernet connection using a miniGBIC port, you will need to install a MGBT1, MGBSX1, or MGBLH1 Gigabit expansion module and use Category 5e cabling or fiber optic cabling.

To establish a Fast Ethernet connection using a miniGBIC port, you will need to install a MFEFX1 (100BASE-FX) or MFELX1 (100BASE-LX) 100SFP Transceiver and use fiber optic cabling.

NOTE: On the SLM2024, MiniGBIC ports are

shared with standard ports. If a miniGBIC port is used, then the shared standard port on the Switch cannot be used. The following table defines the shared port mapping of the SLM2024 Switch.

SLM2024 Shared Port Mapping

miniGBIC Port Standard Port

miniGBIC 1 Port 12

miniGBIC 2 Port 24

Back Panel

The power port is located on the back panel of the Switch.

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Back Panel of the SLM2024

POWER The Power port is where you connect

the AC power.

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SLM248G

Front Panel

The Switch’s LEDs and ports are located on the front panel.

Front Panel of the SLM248G

SYSTEM (Green) Lights up to indicate that the

Switch is powered on. Blinks while the Switch is performing a system self-test.

LNK/ACT (1-48) (Green) Lights up to indicate

a functional 10/100 Mbps network link through the corresponding port (1 through 48) with an attached device. Blinks to indicate that the Switch is actively sending or receiving data over that port.

100M (1-48) (Amber) Lights up to indicate

a functional 100 Mbps connection on the corresponding port (1 through 48) with an attached device.

LNK/ACT (G1-G2) (Green) Lights up to indicate

a functional 10/100/1000 Mbps network link through the corresponding port (G1 through G2) with an attached device. Blinks to indicate that the Switch is actively sending or receiving data over that port.

Gigabit (G1-G2) (Amber) Lights up to indicate

a functional 1000 Mbps connection on the corresponding port (G1 through G2) with an attached device.

Reset Press and hold the Reset Button for less

than ten seconds to reboot the Switch. Press and hold the Reset Button for more than ten seconds to reset the Switch’s settings to the factory defaults.

Ethernet 1-48 The Switch is equipped with 48

auto-sensing, Ethernet network ports, which use RJ-45 connectors. The Fast Ethernet ports support network speeds of 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps. They can operate in half- and full-duplex modes. Auto-sensing technology enables each port to automatically detect the speed of the device connected to it (10 Mbps or 100 Mbps), and adjust its speed and duplex accordingly.

G1-G2

sensing Gigabit Ethernet network ports, which use RJ-45 connectors. The Gigabit Ethernet ports support network speeds of 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1000 Mbps. They can operate in half- and full-duplex modes. Auto-sensing technology enables each port to automatically detect the speed of the device connected to it (10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1000 Mbps), and adjust its speed and duplex accordingly.

miniGBIC (1-2) The miniGBIC (gigabit interface

To establish a Gigabit Ethernet connection using a miniGBIC port, you will need to install a MGBT1, MGBSX1, or MGBLH1 Gigabit expansion module and use Category 5e cabling or fiber optic cabling.

To establish a Fast Ethernet connection using a miniGBIC port, you will need to install a MFEFX1 (100BASE-FX) or MFELX1 (100BASE-LX) 100SFP Transceiver and use fiber optic cabling.

NOTE: On the SLM248G, MiniGBIC ports are

shared with Gigabit Ethernet ports. If a miniGBIC port is used, then the shared Gigabit Ethernet port on the Switch cannot be used. The following table defines the shared port mapping of the SLM248G Switch.

miniGBIC Port Gigabit Port

The Switch is equipped with 2 auto-

SLM248G Shared Port Mapping

miniGBIC 1 Port G1

miniGBIC 2 Port G2

Back Panel

The power port is located on the back panel of the Switch

Back Panel of the SLM248G

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POWER The Power port is where you connect

the AC power.

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SLM248P

Front Panel

The Switch’s LEDs and ports are located on the front panel.

Front Panel of the SLM248P

SYSTEM (Green) Lights up to indicate that the

Switch is powered on. Blinks while the Switch is performing a system self-test.

LNK/ACT (1-48) (Green) Lights up to indicate

a functional 10/100 Mbps network link through the corresponding port (1 through 48) with an attached device. Blinks to indicate that the Switch is actively sending or receiving data over that port.

PoE (1-12, 25-36) (Amber) Blinks to indicate that

power is being supplied to an attached powered device on the corresponding port (1 through 12, 25 through 36).

100M (13-24, 37-48) (Amber) Lights up to

indicate a functional 100 Mbps connection on the corresponding port (13 through 24, 37 through 48) with an attached device.

LNK/ACT (G1-G2) (Green) Lights up to indicate

Gigabit (G1-G2) (Amber) Lights up to indicate

a functional 1000 Mbps connection on the corresponding port (G1 through G2) with an attached device.

Reset Press and hold the Reset Button for less

than ten seconds to reboot the Switch. Press and hold the Reset Button for more than ten seconds to reset the Switch’s settings to the factory defaults.

Ethernet 1-48 The Switch is equipped with 48

G1-G2

miniGBIC (1-2) The miniGBIC (gigabit interface

To establish a Gigabit Ethernet connection using a miniGBIC port, you will need to install a MGBT1, MGBSX1, or MGBLH1 Gigabit expansion module and use Category 5e cabling or fiber optic cabling.

To establish a Fast Ethernet connection using a miniGBIC port, you will need to install a MFEFX1 (100BASE-FX) or MFELX1 (100BASE-LX) 100SFP Transceiver and use fiber optic cabling.

NOTE: On the SLM248P, MiniGBIC ports are

miniGBIC Port Gigabit Port

The Switch is equipped with 2 auto-

SLM248P Shared Port Mapping

miniGBIC 1 Port G1

miniGBIC 2 Port G2

Back Panel

The power port is located on the back panel of the Switch.

Back Panel of the SLM248P

POWER The Power port is where you connect

the AC power.

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SLM224G

Front Panel

The Switch’s LEDs and ports are located on the front panel.

Front Panel of the SLM224G

SYSTEM (Green) Lights up to indicate that the

Switch is powered on. Blinks while the Switch is performing a system self-test.

LNK/ACT (1-24) (Green) Lights up to indicate

a functional 10/100 Mbps network link through the corresponding port (1 through 24) with an attached device. Blinks to indicate that the Switch is actively sending or receiving data over that port.

100M (1-24) (Amber) Lights up to indicate

a functional 100 Mbps connection on the corresponding port (1 through 24) with an attached device.

LNK/ACT (G1-G2) (Green) Lights up to indicate

Gigabit (G1-G2) (Amber) Lights up to indicate

a functional 1000 Mbps connection on the corresponding port (G1 through G2) with an attached device.

Reset Press and hold the Reset Button for less

than ten seconds to reboot the Switch. Press and hold the Reset Button for more than ten seconds to reset the Switch’s settings to the factory defaults.

Ethernet 1-24 The Switch is equipped with 24

G1-G2

miniGBIC (1-2) The miniGBIC (gigabit interface

To establish a Gigabit Ethernet connection using a miniGBIC port, you will need to install a MGBT1, MGBSX1, or MGBLH1 Gigabit expansion module and use Category 5e cabling or fiber optic cabling.

To establish a Fast Ethernet connection using a miniGBIC port, you will need to install a MFEFX1 (100BASE-FX) or MFELX1 (100BASE-LX) 100SFP Transceiver and use fiber optic cabling.

NOTE: On the SLM224G, MiniGBIC ports are

miniGBIC Port Gigabit Port

The Switch is equipped with 2 auto-

SLM224G Shared Port Mapping

miniGBIC 1 Port G1

miniGBIC 2 Port G2

Back Panel

The power port is located on the back panel of the Switch.

Back Panel of the SLM224G

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POWER The Power port is where you connect

the AC power.

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SLM224P

Front Panel

The Switch’s LEDs and ports are located on the front panel.

Front Panel of the SLM224P

SYSTEM (Green) Lights up to indicate that the

Switch is powered on. Blinks while the Switch is performing a system self-test.

LNK/ACT (1-24) (Green) Lights up to indicate

a functional 10/100 Mbps network link through the corresponding port (1 through 24) with an attached device. Blinks to indicate that the Switch is actively sending or receiving data over that port.

PoE (1-6, 13-18) (Amber) Blinks to indicate that

power is being supplied to an attached powered device (PD) on the corresponding port (1 through 6, 13 through 18).

100M (7-12, 19-24) (Amber) Lights up to

indicate a functional 100 Mbps connection on the corresponding port (7 through 12, 19 through

24) with an attached device.

LNK/ACT (G1-G2) (Green) Lights up to indicate

Gigabit (G1-G2) (Amber) Lights up to indicate

a functional 1000 Mbps connection on the corresponding port (G1 through G2) with an attached device.

Reset To reboot the Switch, press and hold the

Reset Button for approximately five seconds. To reset the Switch settings to the factory defaults, press and hold the Reset Button for approximately ten seconds.

Ethernet 1-24 The Switch is equipped with 24

G1-G2

miniGBIC (1-2) The miniGBIC (gigabit interface

To establish a Gigabit Ethernet connection using a miniGBIC port, you will need to install a MGBT1, MGBSX1, or MGBLH1 Gigabit expansion module and use Category 5e cabling or fiber optic cabling.

To establish a Fast Ethernet connection using a miniGBIC port, you will need to install a MFEFX1 (100BASE-FX) or MFELX1 (100BASE-LX) 100SFP Transceiver and use fiber optic cabling.

NOTE: On the SLM224P, MiniGBIC ports are

miniGBIC Port Gigabit Port

The Switch is equipped with 2 auto-

SLM224P Shared Port Mapping

miniGBIC 1 Port G1

miniGBIC 2 Port G2

Back Panel

The power port is located on the back panel of the Switch.

Back Panel of the SLM224P

POWER The Power port is where you connect

the AC power.

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Chapter 3: Installation

Overview

This chapter will explain how to connect network devices to the Switch. The following diagram shows a typical network configuration.

Cable/DSL

Internet

When you connect your network devices, make sure you do not exceed the maximum cabling distances, which are listed in the following table:

Modem Router Wireless Access Point Server

10/100/1000

Desktop

Typical Network Configuration for the SLM2048

Maximum Cabling Distances

From To Maximum Distance

Switch Switch or Hub 100 meters (328 feet)

10/100

Notebook

Uplink via Fiber to

Switch

Pre-Installation Considerations

Fast Ethernet Considerations

If you are using the Switch for Fast Ethernet (100 Mbps) applications, you must observe the following guidelines:

Full-Duplex Considerations

The Switch provides full-duplex support for its RJ-45 ports. Full-duplex operation allows data to be sent and received simultaneously, doubling a port’s potential data throughput. If you will be using the Switch in full-duplex mode, the maximum cable length using Category 5 cable is 328 feet (100 meters).

1000BASE-T Cable Requirements

All Category 5 UTP cables that are used for 100BASE-TX connections should also work for 1000BASE-T, providing that all four wire pairs are connected. However, it is recommended that for all critical connections, or any new cable installations, Category 5e (enhanced Category

5) or Category 6 cable should be used. The Category 5e specification includes test parameters that are only recommendations for Category 5. Therefore, the first step in preparing existing Category 5 cabling for running 1000BASE-T is a simple test of the cable installation to be sure that it complies with the IEEE 802.3ab standards.

Positioning the Switch

Before you choose a location for the Switch, observe the following guidelines:

Hub† Hub 5 meters (16.4 feet)

Switch or Hub† Computer 100 meters (328 feet)

A hub refers to any type of 100 Mbps hub. A 10 Mbps hub connected

†

to another 10 Mbps hub can span up to 100 meters (328 feet).

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Make sure that the Switch is accessible and that the

•

cables can be connected easily.

Keep cabling away from sources of electrical noise,

•

power lines, and fluorescent lighting fixtures.

Position the Switch away from water and moisture

•

sources.

To ensure adequate air flow around the Switch, be

•

sure to provide a minimum clearance of two inches (50 mm).

Do not stack free-standing Switches more than four

•

units high.

Placement Options

There are two ways to physically install the Switch, either set the Switch on its four rubber feet for desktop placement or mount the switch in a standard-sized, 19-inch wide, 1Uhigh rack for rack-mount placement.

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Desktop Placement

Attach the rubber feet to the recessed areas on the

•

bottom of the Switch.

Place the Switch on a desktop near an AC power

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source.

Keep enough ventilation space for the switch and

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check the environmental restrictions mentioned in the Specifications Appendix as you are placing the Switch.

Connect the Switch to network devices according to

•

the Hardware Installation instructions below.

Attaching the Switch’s Rubber Feet

Rack-Mount Placement

To rack-mount the Switch in any standard 19-inch wide, 1U high rack, follow the instructions described below.

Place the Switch on a hard flat surface with the front

1. panel facing you.

Attach a rack–mount bracket to one side of the Switch

2. with the supplied screws and secure the bracket tightly.

Attaching the Brackets

Follow the same steps to attach the other bracket to

3. the opposite side.

After the brackets are attached to the Switch, use

4. suitable screws to securely attach the brackets to any standard 19-inch rack.

When rack-mounting the Switch, please observe the following guidelines

Elevated Operating Ambient If installed in a closed

•

or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified by the manufacturer.

Reduced Air Flow Installation of the equipment

•

in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.

Mechanical Loading Mounting of the equipment in

•

the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.

Circuit Overloading Consideration should be given

•

to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.

Reliable Earthing Reliable earthing of rack-mounted

•

equipment should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips).

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Mounting in Rack

Connect the Switch to network devices according to

5. the Hardware Installation instructions below.

Hardware Installation

To connect network devices to the Switch, follow these instructions:

Make sure all the devices you will connect to the Switch

1. are powered off.

For a 10/100 Mbps device:

All models: Connect a Category 5 Ethernet network

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cable to one of the numbered ports on the Switch.

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For a 1000 Mbps device:

SLM2048 and SLM2024: Connect a Category 5e

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Ethernet network cable to one of the numbered ports on the Switch.

SLM248G, SLM248P, SLM224G, SLM224P: Connect

•

a Category 5e Ethernet network cable to port G1 or port G2 on the Switch.

For a 10/100 Mbps PoE device:

SLM248P: Connect a Category 5 Ethernet cable to

•

one of ports 1-12 or ports 25-36 on the Switch.

SLM224P: Connect a Category 5 Ethernet cable to

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one of ports 1-6 or ports 13-18 on the Switch.

Connect the other end of the network cable to a PC or

3. other network device.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to connect additional devices.

SLM248P and SLM224P: If a 802.3af-compliant PoE device is connected to one of the Switch’s PoE ports, the Switch automatically supplies the required power.

If you are using a miniGBIC port, then connect a

5. miniGBIC module to a miniGBIC port. For more detailed instructions, refer to “Uplinking the Switch“.

Ethernet Ports Shared with miniGBIC Ports

Port Shared

Switch

SLM2048 24 48

SLM2024 12 24

SLM248G, SLM248P, SLM224G, SLM224P

To establish a Gigabit Ethernet connection using a miniGBIC port, you will need to install a MGBT1, MGBSX1, or MGBLH1 Gigabit expansion module and use Category 5e cabling or fiber optic cabling.

To establish a Fast Ethernet connection using a miniGBIC port, you will need to install a MFEFX1 (100BASE-FX) or MFELX1 (100BASE-LX) 100SFP Transceiver and use fiber optic cabling.

The hardware installation is complete. Proceed to “Chapter 4: Configuration Using the Web-based Utility”, for directions on how to set up the Switch.

with

miniGBIC1

G1 G2

Port Shared

with

miniGBIC2

Connect the supplied power cord to the Switch’s

6. power port, and plug the other end into an electrical outlet. When connecting power, always use a surge protector.

IMPORTANT: Make sure you use the power

cord that is supplied with the Switch. Use of a different power cord could damage the Switch.

Power on the devices connected to the Switch. Each

7. active port’s corresponding LED will light up on the Switch.

Uplinking the Switch

To uplink the Switch using a 1000 Mbps Ethernet port, connect one end of a Cat 5e (or better) Ethernet network cable to one of the Gigabit ports, and then connect the other end of the cable into the peripheral device’s uplink port. MDI/MDIX will automatically detect the speed and cable type.

To uplink the Switch using the miniGBIC port, connect a miniGBIC module to a miniGBIC port whose shared Ethernet port is not being used (a miniGBIC port and its shared Ethernet port cannot be used at the same time). The following table shows which Ethernet ports are shared with the miniGBIC ports.

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Chapter 4: Configuration Using the Web-based Utility

This chapter describes the features included in the Webbased Utility. All features shown in this chapter, unless specifically identified, are included in the all of Smart Switches. Unique features for specific Switches are noted.

NOTE: The web-based utility is optimized for

a screen resolution of 1024 x 768. Internet Explorer version 5.5 or above is recommended..

To use the utility, open your web browser, enter http://192.168.1.254 in the Address field, then press Enter.

Address Bar

Each time you log in, the web-based utility first displays the Setup tab’s Summary screen. To access another screen, you first select the appropriate category from among the 10 tabs that appear at the top of the screen: Setup, Port

Management, VLAN Management, Statistics, Security, QoS, Spanning Tree, Multicast, Admin, and Logout.

Then, select the desired screen from the list directly below the tab names.

Setup

The Setup tab contains the Summary screen. This screen displays basic system information.

Setup > Summary

The Summary screen displays a summary of Switch information. The settings shown cannot be modified from the Summary screen; however, many of them can be modified from the Setup tab’s Network Settings screen.

NOTE: The default IP address is 192.168.1.254.

If you have changed the IP address or are using DHCP to assign it, enter the new IP address instead. The computer you use for configuration should be on the same subnet as the Switch.

The Login screen appears. Enter admin in the Username field and enter the password in the Password field. If this is the first time you are using the utility, leave the Password blank. Then press OK to log in. The Setup tab’s Summary screen appears.

(After you have completed your first login, f purposes it is recommended that you set a password at a later time. For detailed information on changing the password, refer to section “Admin > User Authentication.”

or security

Setup > Summary

At the top of the Summary screen, an image of the Switch‘s front panel provides the following color-coded status

)

information for the Switch’s Ethernet ports:

Green Indicates that the port has a connection.

Gray Indicates that the port has no connection.

Orange Indicates that the port has been closed down by

the administrator.

Click on a port to display that port’s statistics.

NOTE: The port colors in the Summary screen

are not related to the colors of the LEDs on the Switch’s ports. The port LEDs display different status information, as described in “Chapter 2: Overview.”

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The Summary screen two sections: Device Information and System Information. These are described below.

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Device Information

System Name Displays the name of the Switch, if one has

been entered on the Setup tab’s Network Settings screen.

IP Address The IP address assigned to the Switch. The

Switch’s default IP address is 192.168.1.254. This setting can be configured from the Setup tab’s Network Settings screen.

Subnet Mask The Subnet Mask assigned to the Switch.

The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0. This setting can be configured from the Setup tab’s Network Settings screen.

DNS Server The IP address of your ISP’s server that

translates the names of websites into IP addresses. This setting can be configured from the Setup tab’s Network Settings screen.

Default Gateway The IP address of the gateway router

between the Switch and management stations on other network segments. The default Gateway Address is

0.0.0.0. This setting can be configured from the Setup

tab’s Network Settings screen.

NOTE: The Default Gateway cannot be

configured if the system IP address is set to

192.168.1.254. (The system IP Address is set using Setup > Network Settings.).

Boot Version Displays the current boot version of the

Switch.

Firmware Version Displays the Switch’s current software

version

System Location Displays the location of the system if it

has been defined. This setting can be configured from the Setup tab’s Network Settings screen.

System Contact The name of the administrator appears

here, if one has been defined. This setting can be configured from the Setup tab’s Network Settings screen.

System Up Time Displays the length of time that has

elapsed since the Switch was last reset.

Current Time Displays the current time. This setting can

be configured from the Setup tab’s Time screen.

Click Save Settings to save your changes. Click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.

Setup > Network Settings

Address Mode Specifies whether IP functionality is

enabled via manual configuration (Static) or Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). This setting can be configured from the Setup tab’s Network Settings screen. The default setting is DHCP.

Base MAC Address Displays the MAC address of the

Switch.

System Information

NOTE: The Jumbo Frame setting applies ONLY

to the SLM2024 and SLM2048 Smart Switches. Other Smart Switches do not support this feature.

Jumbo Frame (SLM2024 and SLM2048 only) This

setting enables or disables Jumbo frames on the Switch. A maximum packet size of 9 KB is supported. Jumbo frames allow data to be transmitted using fewer frames, providing lower overhead, quicker processing time, and fewer interruptions. Select either Enable to enable the Jumbo frames feature, or Disable (default) to disable it.

Model Name Displays the model name of the Switch.

Setup > Network Settings

The Network Settings screen allows you to edit the following information. Many of these fields are displayed on the Summary screen where they cannot be edited.

Identification

System Name Specifies the name of the Switch. Enter

the name into the text field provided. By default, a system name is not defined.

System Location This field is used to enter a description

of where the Switch is physically located, such as 3rd Floor.

System Contact Enter the name of the administrator

responsible for the system.

Base MAC Address

Switch

Displays the physical address of the

Hardware version Displays the Switch’s current hardware

version.

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IP Configuration

Management VLAN This drop-down menu allows you to

select the Management VLAN. The default value is 1.

WARNING: The Management VLAN must be

set to 1 (default VLAN) if the system IP address (IP Address field) is set to 192.168.1.254. Otherwise, you may not be able to access the system.

IP Address Mode Specifies whether IP functionality is

enabled via manual configuration (Static) or Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). Select Static or DHCP from the drop-down menu. Selecting Static will allow you to enter a static IP address, subnet mask and default gateway using the text field provided. The default setting is DHCP.

IP Address If you are using a static IP address, enter

the IP address here. The Switch’s default IP address is

192.168.1.254.

Subnet Mask If you are using a static IP address, enter

the subnet mask for the currently configured IP address. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.

Default Gateway If you are using a static IP address,

enter the IP address of the default gateway. The default value is 0.0.0.0.

DNS Server If you are using a static IP address, enter the

IP address of the DNS server. A second DNS address can be specified in the additional text field provided.

Click Save Settings to save your changes. Click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.

Setup > Time

The Time screen allows you to configure the time settings for the Switch.

Setup > Time

Local Time

This is where you set the system date and time for the Switch. All values noted as “two-digit” must consist of two digits; values less than 10 must have a leading zero (for example, 01 instead of 1).

Hours Enter the two-digit hour here.

Minutes Enter the two-digit minutes here.

Seconds Enter the two-digit seconds here.

Month Enter the two-digit month here.

Day Enter the two-digit day here.

Year Enter the last two digits of the year here (for example,

07 instead of 2007).

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Time Zone Select your time zone from the drop-down

menu. Time zones are identified by the difference between Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and local time.

Daylight Saving

This is where you configure Daylight Saving Time.

Daylight Saving Enable daylight saving time by checking

the checkbox.

Time Set Offset Custom daylight saving time is set by

entering the time difference in minutes into the Time Set Offset field. The default offset is 60 minutes.

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Port Management

The Port Management tab contains the Port Settings, Link Aggregation, and LACP screens. On the SLM224P and SLM248P only, this tab also contains the PoE Power Settings screen.

Port Management > Port Settings

You use the Port Settings screen to display the speed, duplex mode, and flow control used on specific ports, or use to detect the connection settings used by the attached device. Use the full-duplex mode on ports whenever possible to double the throughput of switch connections. Flow control should also be enabled to control network traffic during periods of congestion and prevent the loss of packets when port buffer thresholds are exceeded. The Switch supports flow control based on the IEEE 802.3x standard.

The information on the Port Settings screen is read-only. To edit this information, click Details to the right of a port’s information to edit that port’s settings using the

Port Configuration screen. For detailed information on the Port Configuration screen, refer to the “Port Configuration“

section.

Flow Control The type of flow control currently in use.

Type The port type.

LAG The LAG to which the port belongs, if the port is a

LAG member.

Port Configuration

The Port Configuration screen lets you configure a port. You can enable/disable the interface, and set the port’s capability advertisements, speed, duplex mode, and flow control. To use this screen, click Detail in the Detail column on the Port Settings screen.

Port Management > Port Settings

The Port Settings screen displays the following information. For information on these settings, refer to the “Port Configuration“ section.

Port The port number.

Description The user-defined port description.

Administrative Status The port’s administrative status.

Link Status The port’s operational status.

Speed The port’s configured rate in Mbps.

Duplex The port’s current duplex mode.

MDI/MDIX The port’s MDI/MDIX type.

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Port Management > Port Settings> Port Configuration

The Port Configuration screen contains the following fields (“Read-only” indicates that a field cannot be edited).“

Port The port number. To edit the information for

another port, select the port from the drop-down menu. (Port numbers consist of either “e” for Ethernet, or “g” for Gigabit, followed by the appropriate number.)

Description The user-defined port description of up to

64 characters. This field is blank by default.

Port Type (Read-only) The port’s connection type and

speed. The types are:

copper The port has a copper connection.

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ComboC The Gigabit port has a copper connection.

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ComboF The Gigabit port has a fiber optic

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connection.

The port speed is prexed onto the type, for example

10M-copper indicates a 10 Mbps copper connection.

Admin Status The port’s administrative status. Select

either Up or Down to enable or disable traffic forwarding through the port.

Current Port Status (Read-only) The port’s connection

status, either Up or Down.

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Reactivate Suspended Port If the port has been

suspended, select this checkbox to reactivate the port.

Operational Status (Read-only) Displays whether the

port is operational or non-operational.

Admin Speed Use this to manually set the port’s

configured transmission rate in Mbps. You can select 10M, 100M, or 1000M (Gigabit ports only). Before you change

this setting, make sure that Auto Negotiation is disabled.

Current Port Speed (Read-only) The port’s current rate

in Mbps.

Admin Duplex The port’s duplex mode, either Full or

Half.

Current Duplex Mode (Read-only) The port’s current

duplex mode.

Auto Negotiation Select Enable (default) or Disable

to enable or disable Auto-Negotiation on the port. AutoNegotiation allows a port to advertise its transmission rate, duplex mode, and flow control settings to other ports.

Current Auto Negotiation (Read-only) The port’s current

Auto-Negotiation status.

Admin Advertisement Select the speed(s) and duplex

mode(s) that the port will advertise. The available speeds are determined by the port type. The following capabilities are supported.

Max Capability The port advertises all speeds and

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duplex mode settings.

Flow Control Select Enable or Disable to manually

enable or disable flow control, or select Auto-Negotiation for automatic selection of flow control on the port.

Current Flow Control (Read-only) The current flow

control setting.

MDI/MDIX Select the port’s MDI/MDIX type, either MDI,

MDIX, or Auto (automatically detect type). The MDI

setting is used if the port is connected to an end station. The MDIX setting is used if the port is connected to a hub or another switch.

Current MDI/MDIX (Read-only) The port’s current MDI/

MDIX type.

LAG (Read-only) The LAG to which this port belongs, if

the port is a LAG member.

Click Save to save the settings and leave the screen open. Click Save & Close to save the settings and close the screen. Click Close to close the screen without saving the settings.

Port Management > Link Aggregation

You can create multiple links between devices that work as one virtual, aggregate link. This is known as a Link Aggregrated Group (LAG). LAGs offers a dramatic increase in bandwidth for network segments where bottlenecks exist, as well as providing a fault-tolerant link between two devices. You can create up to eight LAGs on the Switch. Each LAG can contain up to eight ports.

10 Half The port advertises 10 Mbps half-duplex

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operation.

10 Full The port advertises 10 Mbps full-duplex

•

operation.

100 Half The port advertises 100 Mbps half-duplex

•

operation.

100 Full The port advertises 100 Mbps full-duplex

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operation.

1000 Full (Gigabit ports only) The port advertises

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1000 Mbps full-duplex operation.

Current Advertisement (Read-only) The speed

and duplex mode settings that the port is currently advertising.

Neighbor Advertisement (Read-only) The speed and

duplex mode settings that the neighbor port (the port to which the selected port is connected) is advertising. If the port has no neighbor port, this field displays “Unknown.”

Back Pressure Select Enable or Disable (default) to

enable or disable Back Pressure mode on the port.

Current Back Pressure (Read-only) The current Back

Pressure mode on the port.

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Port Management > Link Aggregation

LAG The LAG number (1-8).

Description The user-defined description for the LAG.

Admin Status The administrative status of the interface.

To change it, select Up to enable the interface, or Down to disable it.

Type Indicates if a LAG has been manually configured

(static) or dynamically set through LACP.

Link Status Displays the status of the link.

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Speed Displays the port speed.

Duplex Displays the duplex mode.

Flow Control Displays the flow control.

LAG Mode Displays the LAG mode.

Detail To create a new LAG, click Detail in the Detail

column to display the Link Aggregation detail screen.

LAG Configuration

The Link Aggregation detail screen lets you configure a LAG. You can create a LAG, select its ports, enable/disable the LAG, and set the capability advertisements, speed, duplex mode, and flow control. To use this screen, click

Detail on the Port Settings screen.

Operational Status (Read-only) Displays whether the

LAG is operational or non-operational.

Admin Auto Negotiation Select Enable (default) or

Disable to enable or disable Auto-Negotiation on the

LAG. Auto-Negotiation allows a LAG to advertise its transmission rate, duplex mode, and flow control settings to other LAGs.

Current Auto Negotiation (Read-only) The LAG’s current

Auto-Negotiation status.

Admin Advertisement Select the capabilities (speeds

and duplex modes) that the LAG will advertise. The available speeds are determined by the LAG port type. The duplex mode must be full-duplex. The following capabilities are supported.

Max Capability The LAG advertises all port speeds in

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full-duplex mode.

10 Full The LAG advertises 10 Mbps full-duplex

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operation.

100 Full The LAG advertises 100 Mbps full-duplex

•

operation.

1000 Full (Gigabit ports only) The LAG advertises

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1000 Mbps full-duplex operation.

Port Management > Link Aggregation > Detail

LAG The LAG number (1-8). To display or edit another

LAG, select the number from the drop-down menu.

Description The user-defined LAG description of up to

64 characters. This field is blank by default.

LACP Select the checkbox to enable Link Aggregation

Control Protocol (LACP).

LAG Type (Read-only) The LAG type. The possible values

are:

eth100m The LAG contains 100 Mbps Ethernet ports.

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eth1000m The LAG contains 1000 Mbps Ethernet

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ports.

Admin Status The LAG’s administrative status. Select

either Up or Down to enable or disable the LAG.

Current Status (Read-only) The LAG’s status, either Up or

Down.

Reactivate Suspended LAG If the LAG has been

suspended, select this checkbox to reactivate the LAG.

Current Advertisement (Read-only) The speed

and duplex mode settings that the LAG is currently advertising.

Neighbor Advertisement (Read-only) The speed and

duplex mode settings that the neighbor port (the port to which the selected LAG is connected) is advertising. If the LAG has no neighbor port, this field displays “Unknown.”

Admin Speed Use this to manually set the LAG’s

configured transmission rate in Mbps. You can select 10M, 100M, or 1000M (Gigabit ports only). Before you change

this setting, make sure that Admin Auto Negotiation is disabled.

Current LAG Speed (Read-only) The LAG’s current rate in

Mbps.

Admin Flow Control Select Enable or Disable to

manually enable or disable flow control, or select AutoNegotiation for automatic selection of flow control.

Current Flow Control (Read-only) The current flow

control setting.

Select Ports To add a port to the LAG, select its checkbox

in this section. You can select up to 8 ports per LAG.

Click Save to save the settings and leave the screen open. Click Save & Close to save the settings and close the screen. Click Close to close the screen without saving the settings.

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Port Management > LACP

In addition to LAGs that you create by manually grouping ports together, you can also use the Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) to automatically negotiate a LAG link between the Switch and another network device.

The LACP screen contains fields for configuring LACP LAGs. This screen is divided into three parts: Global Parameter, Port Priority, and LACP Port Table.

Port Management > LACP

Global Parameter

LACP System Priority The global LACP priority value,

from 1 to 65535. The default value is 1.

Port Priority

Port The port number to which the timeout and priority

values are assigned. To configure a different port, select it from the drop-down menu. If you do not see the port you want, click Next in the LACP Port Table.

LACP Port Priority Defines the LACP priority value for

the port, from 1 to 65535. The default value is 1.

Port Management > PoE Power Settings

NOTE: This section applies ONLY to the

SLM224P and SLM248P Smart Switches.

The PoE Power Settings screen allows you to configure the Power over Ethernet (PoE) ports on the Switch.

Port Management > PoE Power Settings

Port Displays the port number.

Admin Status Check the checkbox to enable PoE power

to be supplied to the connected device.

Priority Select Critical, High, or Low (default) from the

drop-down menu to set the priority of the port.

Power Allocation (milliwatts) Sets the maximum power

in milliwatts that can be supplied to the port.

Power Consumption (milliwatts) Displays the power

currently being used by the connected PoE device.

Click Save Settings to save the changes, or click Cancel

Changes to cancel your changes.

LACP Timeout The administrative LACP timeout value.

Select either Short or Long (default).

Admin Key (Read-only) A channel will only be formed

between ports with the same admin key. This only applies to ports located on the same switch.

When you are finished entering the settings above, click Update to apply the settings.

LACP Port Table

This section provides a read-only display of the current LACP settings.

After you are finished setting the LACP parameters, click Save Settings to save the settings, or click Cancel

Changes to cancel your changes.

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VLAN Management

A VLAN is a group of ports that can be located anywhere in the network, but communicate as though they belong to the same physical segment.

VLANs help to simplify network management by allowing you to move devices to a new VLAN without having to change any physical connections. VLANs can be easily organized to reflect departmental groups (such as Marketing or R&D), usage groups (such as e-mail), or multicast groups (used for multimedia applications such as videoconferencing). You can create up to 128 VLANs on the Switch.

VLAN Management > Create VLAN

The Create VLAN screen lets you create and configure global parameters for VLANs.

VLAN Management > Port Settings

The Port Settings screen allows you to configure the ports in a VLAN.

VLAN Management > Port Settings

You can configure VLAN behavior for specific ports, including the accepted frame type, VLAN identifier (PVID), and ingress filtering.

Port The number of the port.

VLAN Management > Create VLAN

Single VLAN

To create a single VLAN, enter the VLAN ID and VLAN Name, up to 32 characters long, and click Add.

VLAN ID ID of configured VLAN (2-4093, no leading

zeroes).

VLAN Name Name of the VLAN. (1 to 32 characters)

VLAN Range

To create a range of VLANs, enter the range of their IDs in the VLAN Range fields and then click Add Range.

VLAN Table

This section lists the current VLANs in tabular format. For each VLAN, it displays the VLAN’s ID, name, and status. The status values are Static (user-defined VLAN) or Default (default VLAN). The total number of VLANs is also shown.

To remove a VLAN or a range of VLANs, select the VLANs in the VLAN Table, then click Delete.

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Acceptable Frame Type This specifies the type of frames

that the port will accept. If All (default) is selected, the port will accept all frame types, including tagged or untagged frames. If Tagged is selected, the port accepts only tagged frames. When set to All, any untagged frames that are received are assigned to the default VLAN.

PVID Use this field to select the VLAN ID that will be

assigned to untagged frames received on the port. Valid IDs are 1 (default) to 4093. VLAN 4094 is reserved for internal use. VLAN 4095 is defined per standard and industry practice as the Discard VLAN. Frames tagged for the Discard VLAN are dropped.

Ingress Filtering Enables or disables Ingress filtering

on the port. Ingress filtering discards packets that do not include an ingress port. The default is Enabled.

LAG Displays the LAG, if any, to which the port belongs. A

port’s LAG settings override the VLAN port settings.

Click Save Changes to save your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel.

VLAN Management > Port to VLAN

You use the Port to VLAN screen to add ports to a VLAN and delete ports from a VLAN. When you add a port to a VLAN, you also specify whether the port is tagged or untagged.

The Port to VLAN screen contains a Port Table with VLAN parameters for each port. To add a port to or delete a port from the VLAN, you select the port’s appropriate configuration options from this table.

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VLAN Management > Port to VLAN

Select VLAN Select the ID of the VLAN whose port

membership you are configuring. For each port in the VLAN, select the appropriate configuration option:

Tagged The interface is a member of the VLAN. All

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packets transmitted by the port will be tagged and will carry VLAN information.

Untagged The interface is a member of the VLAN. All

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packets transmitted by the port will be untagged and will not carry VLAN information.

Excluded The interface is excluded from the VLAN.

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This is the default option.

VLAN Management > VLAN to Port

The VLAN to Port screen displays each port’s VLAN membership information. It is also used to add a port to or delete a port from a VLAN.

VLANs

belongs, prefixed by “T” if the port is tagged or “U” if the port is untagged in that VLAN.

LAG Displays the LAG to which the port belongs, if any.

If a port belongs to a LAG, it cannot belong to a VLAN. However, the LAG to which the port belongs can be configured to belong to a VLAN.

Displays the IDs of the VLANs to which the port

Join VLAN to Port

The Join VLAN to Port screen appears when you click the Join VLAN button for a port in the VLAN to Port screen. You use this screen to configure the port’s VLAN membership.

VLAN Management > VLAN to Port > Join VLAN to Port

Select VLAN This contains two fields. The field on the

left side of the screen lists the IDs of all available VLANs to which the port can belong, while the field on the right side lists the IDs of the VLANs to which the port already belongs. Each VLAN ID is prefixed by “T” if the port is tagged or by “U” if the port is untagged on the respective VLAN.

VLAN Management > VLAN to Port

Port The number of the port being configured.

Join VLAN To configure the port’s VLAN membership,

press Join VLAN to bring up the Join VLAN to Port screen.

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Add To add the selected port to one of the available

VLANs, select the desired VLAN from the left side of the screen, then select the desired Tagging option and click Add. The VLAN ID will appear on the right side with the appropriate prefix indicating a tagged or untagged port.

Remove To remove the selected port from a VLAN,

select the VLAN from the right side of the screen and click Remove. The VLAN ID appears on the left side of the screen without the “T” or “U” prefix.

Tagging When you are adding a port to a VLAN, select

the appropriate option to specify whether the port is Tagged (default) or Untagged.

Click Save to save your changes and leave the screen open, Save & Close to save your changes and close the screen, or click Close to close the screen without saving your changes.

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Statistics

The Statistics tab contains the Interface Statistics screen, which lets you display statistics for a specified interface.

Statistics > Interface Statistics

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Unicast Packets Displays the number of Unicast

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packets transmitted from the selected interface.

Multicast Packets Displays the number of Multicast

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packets transmitted from the selected interface.

Broadcast Packets Displays the number of Broadcast

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packets transmitted from the selected interface.

Ethernet-like

This section displays the following statistics for the selected interface.

Frame Check Sequence (FCS) Errors Displays the

number of FCS errors received on the selected interface.

Single Collision Frames Displays the number of single

collision frames received on the selected interface.

Late Collisions Displays the number of late collision

frames received on the selected interface.

Statistics > Interface Statistics

This screen allows you to display statistics for the Ethernet port or LAG that you specify. You can also specify the rate at which the display will be refreshed.

Interface To display statistics for an Ethernet port, select

Port, then select the desired port from the drop-down

menu. To display statistics for a LAG, select LAG and then select the desired LAG from the drop-down menu.

Refresh Rate Select the rate at which to refresh the

statistics display. The values are 15 sec, 30 sec, 60 sec, and No Refresh (default).

Interface

This section displays statistics for the packets transmitted and received on the selected interface.

Receive Statistics Statistics on received packets

Total Bytes (Octets) Displays the number of octets

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received on the selected interface.

Unicast Packets Displays the number of Unicast

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packets received on the selected interface.

Oversize Packets Displays the number of oversize packet

errors on the selected interface.

Internal MAC Receive Errors Displays the number of

internal MAC received errors on the selected interface.

Received Pause Frames Displays the number of received

paused frames on the selected interface.

Transmitted Pause Frames Displays the number of

paused frames transmitted from the selected interface.

Clear Counters Click the Clear Counters button to reset

all the counters on this screen to zero.

Multicast Packets Displays the number of Multicast

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packets received on the selected interface.

Broadcast Packets Displays the number of Broadcast

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packets received on the selected interface.

Packets with Errors Displays the number of error

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packets received from the selected interface.

Transmit Statistics Statistics on transmitted packets

Total Bytes (Octets) Displays the number of octets

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transmitted from the selected interface.

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Security

Security > 802.1x Settings

The 802.1x Settings screen is used to configure a port’s

802.1x authentication settings.

Security > 802.1x Settings

Port-based authentication enables authenticating system users on a per-port basis via an external server. Only authenticated and approved system users can transmit and receive data. Ports are authenticated via a RADIUS server using the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP)

Parameters

Enable 802.1x Select the checkbox to enable 802.1x

authentication. The default is not enabled.

Interface The interface on which to configure 802.1x.

Port Select the port from the drop-down menu.

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Status Port Control Sets the port authentication mode

top one of the following options:

ForceAuthorized (Default) Forces the port to grant

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access to all clients, either dot1x-aware or otherwise.

ForceUnauthorized Forces the port to deny access

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to all clients, either dot1x-aware or otherwise.

Auto Requires a dot1x-aware client to be authorized

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by the authentication server. Clients that are not dot1xaware will be denied access.

Enable Periodic Reauthentication Select the checkbox

to permit periodic port reauthentication.

Setting Timer Click this button to open the Setting Timer

screen to configure ports for 802.1x functionality.

Update If you click this button, your changes are saved

and appear immediately in the screen’s Table section.

Table

This part of the 802.1x Settings screen displays a summary of the settings that appear in the Parameters section of the screen. If you click More Details, the settings described in the “Setting Timer” section are added to the table.

Click Save Settings to apply the changes, or Cancel Changes to cancel the changes.

Setting Timer

The Setting Timer screen appears when you click Setting Timer on the 802.1x Settings screen. You use the Setting

Timer screen to configure a port’s 802.1x functionality.

Security > 802.1x Settings > Setting Timer

Port Displays the port name.

Reauthentication Period Specifies the number

of seconds after which a connected client must be reauthenticated. The range is 300 to 4294967295 seconds. The default value is 3600 seconds.

Quiet Period Specifies the time that a switch port waits

after Max EAP Requests is exceeded before attempting to acquire a new client. The range is 0 to 65535 seconds. The default is 60 seconds.

Resending EAP Specifies the time that the switch waits

for a response to an EAP request/identity frame from the client before retransmitting an EAP packet. The range is 1 to 65535 seconds. The default is 30 seconds.

Max EAP Requests Specifies the maximum number

of times the switch port will retransmit an EAP request packet to the client before it times out the authentication session. The range is 1 to 10 times. The default is 2 retries.

Supplicant Timeout Displays the number of seconds that

lapses before EAP requests are resent to the supplicant. The range is 1 to 65535 seconds. The default is 30 seconds.

Server Timeout The number of seconds that lapses

before the switch resends a request to the authentication server The range is 1 to 65535. The default is 30 seconds.

Click Save to save your changes and leave the screen open. Click Save & Close to save your changes and close the screen. Click Close to close the screen without saving your changes.

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Security > Port Security

The Port Security screen is used to configure a port’s security settings.

Security > Ports Security

Network security can be increased by limiting access on a specific port only to users with specific MAC addresses. MAC addresses can be dynamically learned or statically configured.

Locked port security monitors both received and learned packets that are received on specific ports. Access to the locked port is limited to users with specific MAC addresses. These addresses are either manually defined on the port, or learned on that port up to the point when it is locked. When a packet is received on a locked port, and the packet’s source MAC address is not tied to that port (either it was learned on a different port, or it is unknown to the system), the protection mechanism is invoked, and can provide various options. Unauthorized packets arriving at a locked port are either:

Forwarded

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Discarded

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Cause the port to be shut down

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Locked port security also enables storing a list of MAC addresses in the configuration file. The MAC address list can be restored after the device has been reset.

Learning Mode Defines the locked port type. This field

is enabled only if Lock Interface is not selected. The possible values are:

Classic Lock Locks the port using the classic lock

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mechanism. The port is immediately locked, regardless of how many addresses have already been learned.

Limited Dynamic Lock Locks the port by deleting

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the current dynamic MAC addresses associated with the port. The port learns up to the maximum number of addresses allowed on the port. Both relearning and aging MAC addresses are enabled.

In order to change the Learning Mode, the Lock Interface must be unselected. Once the Learning Mode is changed, the Lock Interface can be reinstated.

Max Entries Specifies the number of MAC addresses

that can be learned on the port. This field is enabled only if Learning Mode is set to Limited Dynamic Lock. The default value is 1.

Action on Violation Indicates the action to be applied to

packets arriving on a locked port. The possible values are:

Discard Discards packets from any unlearned source.

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This is the default value.

Forward Forwards packets from an unknown source

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without learning the MAC address.

Shutdown Discards packets from any unlearned

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source and shuts down the port. The port remains shut down until reactivated, or until the device is reset.

Update If you click this button, your changes are saved

and appear immediately in the table at the bottom of the Port Security screen.

The lower portion of the Port Security screen displays a summary of the settings in the upper portion of the screen. The settings are displayed for each of the ports on the Switch.

Click Save Settings to apply the changes, or Cancel Changes to cancel the changes.

Disabled ports can be reactivated from the Port Settings screen of the Port Management tab.

Interface Select Port or LAG, then select the desired

interface from the appropriate drop-down menu.

Lock Interface Select this option to lock the interface.

The default is not selected (interface not locked).

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Security > IP Access List

Use the IP Access List (also known as Management Access List) screen to specify IP addresses that are to be allowed to manage the device, using an IP address and wildcard mask.

Security > IP Access List

IP Address Enter the IP address to be allowed.

Wildcard Mask Enter the IP address wildcard mask.

Wildcard masks specify which bits are used and which bits are ignored. A wild card mask of 255.255.255.255 indicates that no bit is important. A wildcard of 0.0.0.0 indicates that all the bits are important. For example, if the source IP address is 149.36.184.198 and the wildcard mask is 255.36.184.00, the first eight bits of the IP address are ignored, while the last eight bits are used.

Add to List Click this button to save the IP address and

Wildcard Mask. The information will appear in the list at the bottom of the screen.

The bottom portion of the IP Access List screen displays the current IP access list, where each entry consists of an IP Address and Wildcard Mask. To delete an entry from the list, select it and click Delete.

Click Save Settings to apply the changes, or Cancel Changes to cancel the changes.

Security > Storm Control

The Storm Control screen is used to configure broadcast and multicast storm control.

Security > Storm Control

Storm Control enables limiting the amount of Multicast and Broadcast frames accepted and forwarded by the Switch. A Broadcast Storm results when an excessive amount of broadcast messages is simultaneously transmitted across a network by a single port. Forwarded message responses are heaped onto the network, straining network resources or causing the network to time out.

To enable Storm Control on a port, you specify the packet type (broadcast/multicast) and maximum transmission rate. The system measures the incoming Broadcast and Multicast frame rates separately on each port and discards frames when the rate exceeds the specified maximum.

Interface Indicates the interface from which storm

control is enabled.

Port Select the port from the drop-down menu.

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Broadcast Control Select the checkbox to apply

Broadcast control on the selected interface. Broadcast control limits the amount of Broadcast packet types to be forwarded. The default is not selected (disabled).

Mode Specifies the Broadcast mode currently enabled

on the device. The possible values are:

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Multicast & Broadcast Counts Broadcast and

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Multicast traffic together.

Broadcast Only Counts only Broadcast traffic.

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Rate Threshold The maximum rate (packets per second)

at which unknown packets are forwarded. The ranges are 70 kbps to 100 Mbps for FE ports, and 3.5 to 100 Mbps for GE ports. The default value is 3500 kbps.

The Update button adds the Storm Control settings to the Storm Control table at the bottom of the screen.

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Security > RADIUS

The RADIUS screen is used to configure a Remote Authorization Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) server for user authentication.

Security > RADIUS

RADIUS servers provide additional security for networks by providing a centralized authentication method for web access. Up to eight RADIUS servers can be configured. The Switch attempts authentication using the listed sequence of servers. The process ends when a server either approves or denies access to a user.

Source IP Address Defines the source IP address that is

used for communication with RADIUS servers.

Usage Type Specifies the RADIUS server authentication

type. The default value is Login. The possible field values are:

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authenticating user name and passwords.

802.1X Indicates that the RADIUS server is used for

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802.1X authentication.

All Indicates that the RADIUS server is used for

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authenticating user name and passwords, and 802.1X port authentication.

Click Add to List to add the RADIUS configuration to the RADIUS table at the bottom of the screen.

Click Save Settings to save the changes, or Cancel

Changes to cancel the changes.

IP Address Enter the IP address of the authentication

server.

Priority The server priority. The possible values are 0

to 65535, where 0 is the highest priority. This priority determines the order in which RADIUS servers are queried when more than one RADIUS server is configured. The default priority is 0.

Authentication Port Enter the authentication port. The

authentication port is used to verify the RADIUS server authentication. The default value is 1812.

Number of Retries Defines the number of transmitted

requests sent to RADIUS server before a failure occurs. The possible values are 1 to 10. The default is 3.

Timeout for Reply Defines the amount of the time in

seconds the device waits for an answer from the RADIUS server before retrying the query, or switching to the next server. The possible values are 1 to 30. The default is 3.

Dead Time Defines the amount of time (minutes) that a

RADIUS server is bypassed for service requests. The range is 0 to 2000. The default is 0 minutes.

Key String Defines the default key string used to

authenticate and encrypt all RADIUS communications between the device and the RADIUS server. This key must match the RADIUS encryption.

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QoS

Network traffic is usually unpredictable, and the only basic assurance that can be offered is best effort traffic delivery. To overcome this challenge, Quality of Service (QoS) is applied throughout the network. This ensures that network traffic is prioritized according to specified criteria, and that specific traffic receives preferential treatment. QoS in the network optimizes network performance and entails two basic facilities:

Classifying incoming traffic into handling classes, based on an attribute, including:

The ingress interface

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Packet content

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A combination of these attributes

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Providing various mechanisms for determining the allocation of network resources to different handling classes, including:

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DSCP Setting

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Basic Mode

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QoS > CoS Settings

The CoS Settings screen contains fields for enabling or disabling CoS. This screen contains two sections, CoS Settings and CoS Default.

The assignment of network traffic to a particular

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hardware queue

The assignment of internal resources

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Traffic shaping

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The terms Class of Service (CoS) and QoS are used in the following context:

CoS provides varying Layer 2 traffic services. CoS

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refers to classifying traffic into traffic classes, where each class is handled as an aggregate whole, with no per-flow settings. CoS is usually related to the 802.1p service that classifies flows according to their Layer 2 priority, as set in the VLAN header.

QoS refers to Layer 2 traffic and above. QoS handles

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per-flow settings, even within a single traffic class.

The QoS facility involves the following elements:

Traffic Classification—Classifies each incoming packet

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as belonging to a given traffic class, based on the packet contents and/or the context.

Assignment to Hardware Queues—Assigns incoming

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packets to forwarding queues. Packets are sent to a particular queue for handling as a function of the traffic class to which they belong, as defined by the classification mechanism.

Traffic Class-Handling Attributes—Applies QoS/CoS

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mechanisms to different classes, including Bandwidth Management.

The QoS configuration options are as follows:

CoS Settings

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QoS > CoS Settings

CoS Settings

QoS Mode Indicates if QoS is enabled. The possible

values are:

Disable Disables QoS.

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Basic Enables QoS. This is the default value.

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Class of Service Specifies the CoS priority tag values,

where 0 is the lowest and 7 is the highest.

Queue Defines the traffic forwarding queue to which the

CoS priority is mapped. Four traffic priority queues are supported.

Click Restore Defaults to restore the device factory defaults for mapping CoS values to a forwarding queue.

CoS Default

Interface The interface to which the CoS configuration

applies.

Default CoS Determines the default CoS value for

incoming packets for which a VLAN tag is not defined. The possible field values are 0-7. The default CoS is 0.

LAG The LAG to which the port belongs, if relevant. If the

port is a member of a LAG, the LAG settings override the port settings.

Click Save Settings to save the changes, or Cancel Changes to cancel the changes.

Queue Settings

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QoS > Queue Settings

The Queue Settings screen contains fields for defining the QoS queue forwarding types.

QoS > Queue Settings

Strict Priority Indicates that traffic scheduling for the

selected queue is based strictly on the queue priority.

WRR Indicates that traffic scheduling for the selected

queue is based strictly on the WRR.

DSCP Indicates the DSCP value in the incoming packet.

Select a DSCP value from the drop-down menu to map that value to the associated queue. You can select the DSCP value for the High, Medium, and Normal priority queues. The DSCP values for the Low priority queue are selected automatically based on the other DSCP values.

Queue The queue (1-4) to which the DSCP value is being

mapped.

Click Save Settings to save the changes, or Cancel Changes to cancel the changes.

QoS > Basic Mode

Queue Displays the queue (1-4) for which the queue

settings are displayed.

WRR Weight Displays the WRR weights to queues.

% of WRR Bandwidth Displays the percentage of

bandwidth assigned to the queue. These values are fixed and cannot be modified.

Click Save Settings to save the changes, or Cancel Changes to cancel the changes.

QoS > DSCP Settings

The DSCP Settings screen allows you to map Differentiated Services Code Point (DSCP) values to specific queues.

QoS > Basic Mode

The Basic Mode screen contains the following fields:

Trust Mode Displays the trust mode. If a packet’s CoS

tag and DSCP tag are mapped to different queues, the Trust Mode determines the queue to which the packet is assigned. Possible values are:

CoS Sets trust mode to CoS on the device. The CoS

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mapping determines the packet queue

DSCP Sets trust mode to DSCP on the device. The

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DSCP mapping determines the packet queue.

Click Save Settings to save the changes, or Cancel Changes to cancel the changes.

QoS > DSCP Settings

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Spanning Tree

Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) provides tree topography for any arrangement of bridges. STP also provides one path between end stations on a network, eliminating loops.

Loops occur when alternate routes exist between hosts. Loops in an extended network can cause bridges to forward traffic indefinitely, resulting in increased traffic and reducing network efficiency.

The Switch supports the Classic STP version of STP, which provides a single path between end stations, avoiding and eliminating loops.

Spanning Tree > STP Status

The STP Status screen displays the STP status on the Switch. This information is read-only and cannot be modified.

waits between configuration messages. The default is 2 seconds. The range is 1 to 10 seconds.

Root Forward delay (sec) The device forward delay time.

The Forward Delay Time indicates the amount of time in seconds a bridge remains in a listening and learning state before forwarding packets. The default is 15 seconds. The range is 4 to 30 seconds.

Topology Changes Counts The total amount of STP

state changes that have occurred.

Last Topology Change The elapsed time since the bridge

was initialized or reset, and the last topographic change occurred. The time is displayed in a day hour minute second format, for example, 2 days 5 hours 10 minutes and 4 seconds.

Spanning Tree > Global STP

The Global STP screen contains global parameters for STP on the Switch.

Spanning Tree > STP Status

Spanning Tree State Indicates whether STP is enabled

on the device.

Spanning Tree Mode The STP mode by which STP is

enabled on the device.

Bridge ID The Bridge priority and MAC address.

Designated Root The ID of the bridge with the lowest

path cost to the instance ID.

Root Port The port number that offers the lowest cost

path from this bridge to the Root Bridge. It is significant when the Bridge is not the Root. The default is 0.

Root Path Cost The cost of the path from this bridge to

the root.

Root Maximum Age (sec) The device Maximum Age

Time, which indicates the amount of time in seconds a bridge waits before sending configuration messages. The default is 20 seconds. The range is 6 to 40 seconds.

Root Hello Time (sec) The device Hello Time. The Hello

Time indicates the amount of time in seconds a root bridge

Spanning Tree > Global STP

Global Setting

Spanning Tree State Select Enable or Disable from the

drop-down menu to enable or disable STP on the Switch. The default is Enable.

BPDU Handling Determines how BPDU packets are

managed when STP is disabled on the port or Switch. BPDUs are used to transmit spanning tree information. The possible values are:

Filtering Filters BPDU packets when spanning tree is

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disabled on an interface. This is the default value.

Flooding Floods BPDU packets when spanning tree is

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disabled on an interface.

Path Cost Default Values The method used to assign

default path costs to STP ports. The possible values are:

Short Specifies a range of 1-65,535 for port path costs.

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This is the default value.

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Long Specifies a range of 1-200,000,000 for port path

costs. The default path costs assigned to an interface varies according to the selected method.

Bridge Settings

Priority Specifies the bridge priority value. When

switches or bridges are running STP, each is assigned a priority. After exchanging BPDUs, the device with the lowest priority value becomes the Root Bridge. The default value is 32768. The value must be a multiple of 4096. For example, 4096, 8192, 12288, etc. The range is 0 to 65535.

Hello Time Specifies the device Hello Time. The Hello

Time indicates the amount of time in seconds a root bridge waits between configuration messages. The default is 2 seconds. The range is 1 to 10 seconds.

Max Age Specifies the device Maximum Age Time. The

Maximum Age Time is the amount of time in seconds that a bridge waits before sending configuration messages. The default is 20 seconds. The range is 6 to 40 seconds.

Forward Delay Specifies the device forward delay time.

The Forward Delay Time indicates the amount of time in seconds a bridge remains in a listening and learning state before forwarding packets. The default is 15 seconds. The range is 4 to 30 seconds.

Click Save Settings to save the changes, or Cancel Changes to cancel the changes.

Spanning Tree > STP Port Settings

The STP Port Settings screen allows network administrators to assign STP settings to specific interfaces.

Enable STP Select this to enable STP on the port. The

default is Enabled.

Port Fast Indicates if Fast Link is enabled on the port.

If Fast Link mode is enabled for a port, the Port State is automatically placed in the Forwarding state when the port link is up. Fast Link optimizes the STP protocol convergence. STP convergence can take 30-60 seconds in large networks. The possible values are Enable, Auto, and

Disable. The default is Disable.

Port State Displays the current STP state of a port. If

enabled, the port state determines what forwarding action is taken on traffic. Possible port states are:

Disabled STP is currently disabled on the port. The

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port forwards traffic while learning MAC addresses.

Blocking The port is currently blocked and cannot

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forward traffic or learn MAC addresses.

Listening The port is in Listening mode. The port

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cannot forward traffic nor can it learn MAC addresses.

Learning The port is in Learning mode. The port

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cannot forward traffic, but can learn new MAC addresses.

Forwarding The port is in Forwarding mode. The port

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can forward traffic and learn new MAC addresses.

Speed Displays the speed at which the port is operating.

Path Cost Indicates the port contribution to the root path

cost. The path cost is adjusted to a higher or lower value, and is used to forward traffic when a path being rerouted. The default value is 2000000 for a 10M port, 200000 for a 100M port, and 20000 for a 1G port or a LAG.

Spanning Tree > STP Port Settings

Interface Indicates the port or LAG on which STP is

enabled. Select either Port (default) or LAG, then select the interface from the drop-down menu.

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Default Path Cost When selected the default path cost is

implemented. The default is unselected.

Priority Priority value of the port. This value influences

the port choice when a bridge has two ports connected in a loop. The range of values is 0 -240. The default is 128.

Designated Bridge ID Displays the bridge priority and

the MAC Address of the designated bridge.

Designated Port ID Displays the selected port’s priority

and interface.

Designated Cost Displays the cost of the port

participating in the STP topology. Ports with a lower cost are less likely to be blocked if STP detects loops.

Forward Transitions Displays the number of times the

port has changed from the Blocking state to Forwarding state.

Click Update to update the screen with your changes.

Click Save Settings to save the changes, or Cancel

Changes to cancel the changes.

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Multicast

Multicast configuration options include IGMP Snooping, Bridge Multicast, and Bridge Multicast Forward All.

Multicast > IGMP Snooping

When IGMP Snooping is enabled globally, all IGMP packets are forwarded to the CPU. The CPU analyzes the incoming packets and determines:

Which ports want to join which Multicast groups

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Which ports have Multicast routers generating IGMP

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queries

Which routing protocols are forwarding packets and

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Multicast traffic

Auto Learn Select this option to enable Auto Learn on the

device. If Auto Learn is enabled, the device automatically learns where other Multicast groups are located. The default is enabled (option is selected).

Host Timeout Indicates the amount of time host waits to

receive a message before timing out. The default time is

260 seconds.

MRouter Timeout Indicates the amount of the time the

Multicast router waits to receive a message before it times out. The default value is 300 seconds.

Leave Timeout Indicates the amount of time the host

waits, after requesting to leave the IGMP group and not receiving a Join message from another station, before timing out. If a Leave Timeout occurs, the switch notifies the Multicast device to stop sending traffic The Leave Timeout value is either user-defined, or an immediate leave value. The default timeout is 10 seconds.

Click Update to update the screen with your changes.

Click Save Settings to save the changes, or Cancel Changes to cancel the changes.

Multicast > Bridge Multicast

The Bridge Multicast screen displays the ports and LAGs attached to the Multicast service group in the Ports and LAGs tables. The Port and LAG tables also reflect the manner in which the port or LAGs joined the Multicast group.

Ports requesting to join a specific Multicast group issue an IGMP report, specifying that Multicast group is accepting members. This results in the creation of the Multicast filtering database.

The Bridge Multicast Forward All screen contains two sections, IGMP Global and VLAN IGMP Settings. These sections and the fields they contain are described below.

IGMP Global

Enable IGMP Snooping Select this option to enable

IGMP Snooping on the device. IGMP Snooping can be enabled only if Bridge Multicast Filtering is enabled. The default is disabled (option not selected).

VLAN IGMP Settings

VLAN ID Select the VLAN ID from the drop-down menu.

IGMP Status Select this option to enable IGMP snooping

on the VLAN. Default is disabled (option not selected).

Multicast > Bridge Multicast

Ports can be added either to existing groups or to new Multicast service groups. The Bridge Multicast screen permits new Multicast service groups to be created. The Bridge Multicast screen also assigns ports to a specific Multicast service address group.

The Bridge Multicast screen contains the following fields:

VLAN ID Identifies a VLAN to be configured to a Multicast

service.

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Bridge Multicast Address Identifies the Multicast group

MAC address/IP address.

Bridge IP Multicast Displays the port that can be added

to a Multicast service.

Interface, Gigabit, LAG Lists switch interfaces and LAGs

that can be added to a Multicast service. The configuration options are as follows:

Static Indicates the port is user-defined.

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Dynamic Indicates the port is configured

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dynamically.

Forbidden Forbidden ports are not included the

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Multicast group, even if IGMP snooping designated the port to join a Multicast group.

None The port is not configured for Multicast service.

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Click Add to List to add the configured static multicast address to the table at the bottom of the screen.

Click Show All to display all multicast addresses on all VLANs in the table at the bottom of the screen.

Click Save Settings to save the changes, or Cancel

Changes to cancel the changes.

Interface Interfaces with the following configuration

options:

Static The port is user-defined.

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Dynamic The port is configured dynamically.

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None The port is not configured for Multicast service.

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Gigabit Gigabit ports with the following configuration

options:

Static The Gigabit port is user-defined.

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Dynamic The Gigabit port is configured dynamically.

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None The Gigabit port is not configured for Multicast

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service.

LAG LAGs with the following configuration options:

Static The LAG is user-defined.

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Dynamic The LAG is configured dynamically.

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None The LAG is not configured for Multicast service.

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Click Save Settings to save the changes, or Cancel Changes to cancel the changes.

Multicast > Bridge Multicast Forward All

The Bridge Multicast Forward All screen contains fields for attaching ports or LAGs to a device that is attached to a neighboring Multicast router or switch.

Multicast > Bridge Multicast Forward All

Once IGMP Snooping is enabled, Multicast packets are forwarded to the appropriate port or VLAN.

The Bridge Multicast Forward All screen contains the following fields:

VLAN ID Displays the VLAN for which Multicast

parameters are displayed.

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Admin

The Admin tab provides access to system administration settings and tools. It includes the following screens:

Admin > User Authentication

The User Authentication screen is used to modify user account information. You can modify the password or user name for an existing account, or create additional accounts.

Admin > User Authentication

User Authentication

Add to List/Update This button changes depending

on the function you are performing. When you create a new user name it becomes Add to List; when you edit an existing password or user name, it becomes Update. For detailed information on its use, refer to the “Local Users Table” section below.

Local Users Table

The Local Users Table at the bottom of the screen lists all existing user names (for security purposes, passwords are not displayed). You use this table to edit or delete existing user names and/or passwords, as described below.

Create a new user name

Make sure no entry is selected in the Local Users Table. If one is selected, click Cancel. Enter the new user name in the User Name field, and the password in the Password and Confirm Password fields. Then click Add to List to add a new entry to the Local Users Table.

Change a password

Highlight the associated user name in the Local Users Table. The User Name, Password, and Confirm Password fields will then be populated for editing. Enter the new password in the Password field, then enter it again in the Confirm Password Field. Then click Update to save the changes to the Local Users Table.

Authentication Type Defines the user authentication

methods. Combinations of all the authentication methods can be selected. The possible field values are:

Local Authenticates the user at the device level.

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The device checks the user name and password for authentication.

RADIUS Authenticates the user at the RADIUS server.

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None Assigns no authentication method to the

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authentication profile.

Local User Edit

User Name Displays the user name.

Password The password for the specified User Name. For

security purposes, the password is not displayed; instead, a“*” is displayed for each character. The password must be between 1 and 159 characters in length.

Confirm Password Confirms the password when you

change an existing password or create a new one (for a new User Name). The password entered into this field must be exactly the same as the password entered in the Password field.

Change a user name

Highlight the user name in the Local Users Table. The User Name, Password, and Confirm Password fields will then be populated for editing. Modify the user name in the User Name field, then click Update to update the entry in the

Local Users Table.

Delete a user name

Select the user name from the table, then click Delete.

If you accidentally select the wrong entry in the table, click Cancel to unselect the highlighted user name.

Click Save Settings to save the changes, or Cancel

Changes to cancel the changes.

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Admin > Static Address

The Static Address screen lets you assign a static address to a specific interface on the Switch. A static address is bound to its assigned interface and cannot be moved. If a static address is seen on an interface to which it is not assigned, the address is ignored and is not written to the address table.

A list of all static addresses on the Switch is displayed at the bottom of the Static Address screen. The top section of the screen contains the following fields that you use to create static address entries.

Interface The interface that is associated with the static

address. Select Port or LAG, then select the desired interface from the accompanying drop-down menu.

MAC Address This is the physical address that is being

mapped to the specified interface.

VLAN ID The VLAN ID number (1-4093) of the configured

VLAN that is associated with the specified interface. If you use this field the VLAN Name field is disabled.

VLAN Name The name of the VLAN associated with the

specified interface. If you use this field, the VLAN ID field is disabled.

Status The static address type. The possible values are::

Permanent (default) Keep the entry permanently.

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Delete on Reset Delete the entry when the Switch is

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reset.

Delete on Timeout Delete the entry when a timeout

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occurs. The default timeout period is 300 seconds.

Secure The entry is defined for locked ports.

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After you have entered the information listed above, click Add to List. The static address will then appear in the list of static addresses. To delete a static MAC address from the list, select the entry in the list, then click Remove.

Admin > Dynamic Address

The Dynamic Address Table contains MAC addresses learned by monitoring the source address on inbound traffic. When the destination address of inbound traffic is found in the table, packets intended for that address are forwarded directly to the associated port. Otherwise, the traffic is flooded to all ports.

The Dynamic Address screen lets you query the table to find specific dynamic MAC addresses, or display MAC addresses associated with a specific interface or VLAN. Query criteria include interface type, MAC address, VLAN, and table sort key. You can also set the Dynamic MAC Address Table’s address aging parameter or clear the table.

Address Aging Specifies the amount of time (in seconds)

that a MAC address remains in the Dynamic MAC Address table before it times out, if no traffic from the source is detected. The default value is 300 seconds.

Clear Table If checked, this clears the MAC Address

table.

Query

Interface Use this to query the table for a specific port or

LAG. Select Port or LAG and select the interface from the drop-down menu.

MAC Address Use this to query the table for a specific

MAC address. Enter the MAC address in the field.

VLAN ID Use this to query the table for a specific VLAN ID.

Enter the VLAN ID in the field.

Address Table Sort Key Specifies how the search results

will be sorted—by Address, VLAN, or Interface.

Specify the search criteria (Interface, MAC Address, or VLAN) and the sort method for the search results, then click Query to display the dynamic addresses matching the search criteria.

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Admin > Port Mirroring

Port mirroring monitors and mirrors network traffic by forwarding copies of incoming and outgoing packets from one port to a monitoring port. Port mirroring can be used as diagnostic tool and/or a debugging feature. Port mirroring also enables switch performance monitoring.

Network administrators configure port mirroring by selecting a specific port to copy all packets, and different ports from which the packets are copied.

Admin > Port Mirroring

Set the following attributes for port mirroring using the Port Mirroring screen.

Target Port The port that will mirror the traffic on the

source port.

Source Port The port whose traffic will be monitored.

Admin > Save Configuration

The Save Configuration screen allows you to upload Switch configuration files to a TFTP server, or to download saved Switch configuration files from a TFTP server or from your computer via the HTTP interface.

Via TFTP Select this to upload to or download from a

TFTP server. When you select this option, the following fields are displayed.

UPGRADE Select this option to restore the Switch

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configuration from the file located on a TFTP server.

TFTP Server Enter the TFTP Server IP Address that

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contains the source file to download.

File Name Enter the name of the configuration file

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on the TFTP Server.

Type Allows you to select which traffic to mirror to the

target port; receive, transmit, or both.

RxOnly Mirror only received traffic. This is the default

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value.

TxOnly Mirror only transmitted traffic.

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Both Mirror both received and transmitted traffic.

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Specify the source port, the traffic type to be mirrored, and the target port, then click Add to List. The mirror session is displayed in the text box.

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TFTP server, enter the TFTP server address.

TFTP Server Enter the TFTP Server IP Address to

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which the configuration file will be saved.

File Name Enter the name of the configuration

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file. The default is StartupCfg.cfg.

Via HTTP Select this to download a configuration file to

the Switch from your computer using the HTTP interface. (HTTP only supports the upgrade operation. You cannot back up the configuration file using HTTP.) When you select this option, the following field is displayed.

Source File Enter the name and path of the file or

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click Browse to locate the configuration file.

Click Save Settings to begin the download or upload.

After you have downloaded the configuration file to the Switch during an upgrade, the configuration file’s settings will not take effect until the system is rebooted.

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Admin > Firmware Upgrade

The Firmware Upgrade screen allows you to download firmware upgrade files from a TFTP server, or from your computer via the HTTP interface.

Via TFTP Select this to download from or upload to a

TFTP server. When you select this option, the following fields are displayed.

UPGRADE Select this option to upgrade the switch

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from a file located on a TFTP server.

File Type Select the type of file to download,

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either Software Image or Boot Code.

Admin > Reboot

The Reboot screen is used to reset the Switch. The current configuration settings are automatically saved before the Switch is rebooted.

Admin > Reboot

Click the Reboot button, then click OK to confirm.

Admin > Factory Default

The Factory Default screen allows network managers to reset the Switch to the factory defaults shipped with the switch. Restoring factory defaults results in erasing the configuration file.

TFTP Server Enter the TFTP Server IP Address that

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contains the source file to upgrade from.

File Name Enter the name of the upgrade file on

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the TFTP Server.

BACKUP To back up the firmware to a TFTP server,

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enter the TFTP server address.

TFTP Server Enter the TFTP Server IP Address to

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which the firmware file will be saved.

File Name Enter the name of the file.

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Via HTTP Select this to download an upgrade file using

the HTTP interface. When you select this option, the following field is displayed:

Source File Enter the name and path of the file or

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click Browse to locate the upgrade file.

Click Save Settings to begin the download or upload.

NOTE: Restoring the factory defaults will erase

all of your current configuration settings. Before you restore the factory defaults, you can save a backup of your current configuration settings from the Admin > Save Configuration screen..

Admin > Factory Default

Click Reset Default, then click OK to confirm and restart the Switch.

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Admin > Logging

The System Logs allow you to view device events in real time, and recording the events for later usage. System Logs record and manage events and report errors or informational messages.

Event messages have a unique format, as per the SYSLOG protocols recommended message format for all error reporting. For example, Syslog and local device reporting messages are assigned a severity code, and include a message mnemonic, which identifies the source application generating the message. It allows messages to be filtered based on their urgency or relevancy. Each message severity determines the set of event logging devices that are sent per each event logging.

Enable Logging If this option is selected, device global

logs for Cache, File, and Server Logs are enabled. The default is enabled.

Emergency The system is not functioning.

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Alert The system needs immediate attention.

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Critical The system is in a critical state.

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Error A system error has occurred.

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Warning A system warning has occurred.

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Admin > Memory Logs

The Memory Log screen contains all system logs in chronological order that are saved in RAM (Cache).

Log Index Displays the log number.

Log Time Displays the date and time at which the log

was generated.

Severity Displays the log severity.

Description Displays the log message text.

Admin > Memory Logs

Admin > Flash Logs

The Flash Log screen contains information about log entries saved to the Log File in flash memory, including the time the log was generated, the log severity, and a description of the log message. The Message Log is available after reboot.

Log Index Displays the log number.

Log Time Displays the date and time at which the log

was generated.

Severity Displays the log severity.

Description Displays the log message text.

Notice The system is functioning properly, but system

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notice has occurred.

Informational Provides device information.

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Debug Provides detailed information about the

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log. If a Debug error occurs, contact Customer Tech Support.

If you enable Logging, use the checkboxes to set the level of event messages to be logged to RAM (Memory Logs) and flash memory (Flash Logs), then click Save Settings.

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Logout

The Logout tab is used to terminate the login session. When you select the Logout tab, the following dialog box asks you to verify if you want to log out.

Logout Verification

If you select Yes, a confirmation screen appears.

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Confirmation of Successful Logout

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Appendix A

Appendix A: About Gigabit Ethernet and Fiber Optic Cabling

Gigabit Ethernet

Gigabit Ethernet runs at speeds of 1Gbps (Gigabit per second), ten times faster than 100Mbps Fast Ethernet, but it still integrates seamlessly with 100Mbps Fast Ethernet hardware. Users can connect Gigabit Ethernet hardware with either fiber optic cabling or copper Category 5e cabling, with fiber optics more suited for network backbones. As the Gigabit standard gradually integrates into existing networks, current computer applications will enjoy faster access time for network data, hardware, and Internet connections.

About Gigabit Ethernet and Fiber Optic Cabling

Fiber Optic Cabling

Fiber optic cabling is made from flexible, optically efficient strands of glass and coated with a layer of rubber tubing, fiber optics use photons of light instead of electrons to send and receive data. Although fiber is physically capable of carrying terabits of data per second, the signaling hardware currently on the market can handle no more than a few gigabits of data per second.

Fiber cables come with two main connector types. The most commonly used fiber optic cable is multi-mode fiber cable (MMF), with a 62.5 micron fiber optic core. Single-mode fiber cabling is somewhat more efficient than multi-mode but far more expensive, due to its smaller optic core that helps retain the intensity of traveling light signals. A fiber connection always require two fiber cables: one transmits data, and the other receives it.

Each fiber optic cable is tipped with a connector that fits into a fiber port on a network adapter, hub, or switch. In the USA, most cables use a square SC connector that slides and locks into place when plugged into a port or connected to another cable. In Europe, the round ST connector is more prevalent.

For Gigabit Ethernet, you must use the Linksys MGBT1, MGBSX1, or MGBLH1 miniGBIC modules with the Linksys Gigabit Switches. The MGBSX1 and the MGBLH1 require fiber cabling with LC connectors, and the MGBT1 requires a Category 5e Ethernet cable with an RJ-45 connector.

For Fast Ethernet, you must use the MFEFX1 (100BASE-FX) or MFELX1 (100BASE-LX) SFP transceivers.

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Appendix B

Glossary

Appendix B: Glossary

This glossary contains some basic networking terms you may come across when using this product.

WEB: For additional terms, please visit the

glossary at www.linksys.com/glossary

Access Mode

is granted to the system.

Access Point A device that allows wireless-equipped computers and other devices to communicate with a wired network. Also used to expand the range of a wireless network.

Access Profiles Allows network managers to define profiles and rules for accessing the device. Access to management functions can be limited to user groups, which are defined by the following criteria:

Ingress interfaces

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Source IP address and/or Source IP subnets.

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ACE Filters in Access Control Lists (ACL) that determine which network traffic is forwarded. An ACE is based on the following criteria:

Protocol

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Protocol ID

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Source Port

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Destination Port

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Wildcard Mask

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Source IP Address

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Destination IP Address

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ACL (Access Control List) Access Control Lists are used to grant, deny, or limit access devices, features, or applications.

Auto-negotiation Allows 10/100 Mbps or 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports to automatically establish the optimal duplex mode, flow control, and speed.

Back Pressure A mechanism used with Half Duplex mode that enables a port not to receive a message.

Bandwidth The transmission capacity of a given device or network.

Bandwidth Assignments Indicates the amount of bandwidth assigned to a specific application, user, and/or interface.

Specifies the method by which user access

Baud Indicates the number of signaling elements transmitted each second.

Best Effort Indicates that traffic is assigned to the lowest priority queue, and packet delivery is not guaranteed.

Bit A binary digit.

Boot To start a device and cause it to start executing

instructions.

Browser An application program that provides a way to look at and interact with all the information on the World Wide Web.

Bridge A device that connect two networks. Bridges are hardware specific, however they are protocol independent. Bridges operate at Layer 1 and Layer 2 levels.

Broadcast Domain Devices sets that receive broadcast frames originating from any device within a designated set. Routers bind Broadcast domains, because routers do not forward broadcast frames.

Broadcast Storm An excessive amount of broadcast messages simultaneously transmitted across a network by a single port. Forwarded message responses are heaped onto the network, overloading network resources or causing the network to time out.

Burst A packet transmission at faster than normal rates. Bursts are limited in time and only occur under specific conditions.

Burst Size Indicates the burst size transmitted at a faster than normal rate.

Byte A unit of data that is usually eight bits long

Cable Modem A device that connects a computer to the

cable television network, which in turn connects to the Internet.

CBS (Committed Burst Size) Indicates the maximum number of data bits transmitted within a specific time interval.

CIR (Committed Information Rate) The data rate is averaged over a minimum time increment.

Class Maps An aspect of Quality of Service system that is comprised of an IP ACL and/or a MAC ACL. Class maps are configured to match packet criteria, and are matched to packets in a first-fit fashion.

Combo Ports A single logical port with two physical connections, including an RJ-45 connection and a SFP connection.

Communities Specifies a group of users which retain the same system access rights.

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CoS (Class of Service) The 802.1p priority scheme. CoS provides a method for tagging packets with priority information. A CoS value between 0-7 is added to the Layer II header of packets, where zero is the lowest priority and seven is the highest.

DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) Allows the hosting of a website, FTP server, or e-mail server with a fixed domain name (e.g., www.xyz.com) and a dynamic IP address.

Default Gateway A device that forwards Internet traffic from your local area network.

DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) A networking protocol that allows administrators to assign temporary IP addresses to network computers by “leasing” an IP address to a user for a limited amount of time, instead of assigning permanent IP addresses.

DHCP Clients An Internet host using DHCP to obtain configuration parameters, such as a network address.

DHCP Server An Internet host that returns configuration parameters to DHCP clients.

DNS (Domain Name Server) The IP address of your ISP’s server, which translates the names of websites into IP addresses.

Domain A specific name for a network of computers.

Download To receive a file transmitted over a network.

DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) An always-on broadband

connection over traditional phone lines.

DSCP (DiffServ Code Point) Provides a method of tagging IP packets with QoS priority information.

Dynamic IP Address A temporary IP address assigned by a DHCP server.

EIGRP (Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol) Provides fast convergence, support for variable-

length subnet mask, and supports multiple network layer protocols.

Encryption Encoding data transmitted in a network.

Ethernet IEEE standard network protocol that specifies

how data is placed on and retrieved from a common transmission medium.

Firmware The programming code that runs a networking device.

Flow Control Enables lower speed devices to communicate with higher speed devices. This is implemented by the higher speed device refraining from sending packets.

Full Duplex The ability of a networking device to receive and transmit data simultaneously.

GARP (General Attributes Registration Protocol) Registers client stations into a multicast

domain.

Gateway A device that interconnects networks with different, incompatible communications protocols.

GBIC (GigaBit Interface Converter) A hardware module used to attach network devices to fiber-based transmission systems. GBIC converts the serial electrical signals to serial optical signals and vice versa.

GVRP (GARP VLAN Registration Protocol) Registers client stations into a VLANs.

Half Duplex Data transmission that can occur in two directions over a single line, but only one direction at a time.

HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol) The communications protocol used to connect to servers on the World Wide Web.

HTTPS (HyperText Transport Protocol Secure) An extension to the standard HTTP protocol that provides confidentiality by encrypting the traffic from the website. By default this protocol uses TCP port 443.

ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol) Allows the gateway or destination host to communicate with the source host. For example, to report a processing error.

IGMP (Internet Group Management Protocol) Allows hosts to notify their local switch or router that they want to receive transmissions assigned to a specific multicast group.

IP (Internet Protocol) A protocol used to send data over a network.

IP Address The address used to identify a computer or device on a network.

IPCONFIG A Windows 2000 and XP utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device.

IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) A VPN protocol used to implement secure exchange of packets at the IP layer.

ISP (Internet Service Provider) A company that provides access to the Internet.

Jumbo Frames Enable transporting identical data in fewer frames. Jumbo Frames reduce overhead, lower processing time, and ensure fewer interrupts.

LAG (Link Aggregated Group) Aggregates ports or VLANs into a single virtual port or VLAN.

FTP (File Transfer Protocol) A protocol used to transfer files over a TCP/IP network.

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LAN The computers and networking products that make

up your local network.

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MAC (Media Access Control) Address The unique address that a manufacturer assigns to each networking device.

Mask A filter that includes or excludes certain values, for example parts of an IP address.

Mbps (MegaBits Per Second) One million bits per second; a unit of measurement for data transmission.

MD5 (Message Digest 5) An algorithm that produces a 128-bit hash. MD5 is a variation of MD4, and increases MD4 security. MD5 verifies the integrity of the communication and authenticates the origin of the communication.

MDI (Media Dependent Interface) A cable used for end stations.

MDIX (Media Dependent Interface with Crossover) A cable used for hubs and switches.

MIB (Management Information Base) MIBs contain information describing specific aspects of network components.

Multicast Transmits copies of a single packet to multiple ports.

Network A series of computers or devices connected for the purpose of data sharing, storage, and/or transmission between users.

NMS (Network Management System) An interface that provides a method of managing a system.

RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service) A protocol that uses an authentication server to

control network access.

RJ-45 (Registered Jack-45) An Ethernet connector that holds up to eight wires.

RMON (Remote Monitoring) Provides network information to be collected from a single workstation.

Router A networking device that connects multiple networks together.

RSTP (Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol) Detects and uses network topologies that allow a faster convergence of the spanning tree, without creating forwarding loops.

Server Any computer whose function in a network is to provide user access to files, printing, communications, and other services.

SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) The standard email protocol on the Internet.

SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) A widely used network monitoring and control protocol.

SSH Secure Shell. A utility that uses strong authentication and secure communications to log in to another computer over a network.

SSL (Secure Socket Layer) Encryption technology for the Internet used to provide secure transactions, such as the transmission of credit card numbers for e-commerce.

OID (Object Identifier) Used by SNMP to identify managed objects. In the SNMP Manager/Agent network management paradigm, each managed object must have an OID to identify it.

Packet A unit of data sent over a network.

Ping (Packet INternet Groper) An Internet utility used

to determine whether a particular IP address is online.

Policing Determines if traffic levels are within a specified profile. Policing manages the maximum traffic rate used to send or receive packets on an interface.

Port The connection point on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters.

Port Mirroring Monitors and mirrors network traffic by forwarding copies of incoming and outgoing packets from one port to a monitoring port.

Power over Ethernet (PoE) A technology enabling an Ethernet network cable to deliver both data and power.

QoS (Quality of Service) Provides policies that contain sets of filters (rules). QoS allows network managers to decide how and what network traffic is forwarded according to priorities, application types, and source and destination addresses.

Static IP Address A fixed address assigned to a computer or device that is connected to a network.

STP (Spanning Tree Protocol) Prevents loops in network traffic. The Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) provides tree topography for any arrangement of bridges. STP provides one path between end stations on a network, eliminating loops.

Subnet (Sub-network) Subnets are portions of a network that share a common address component. In TCP/IP networks, devices that share a prefix are part of the same subnet. For example, all devices with a prefix of

157.100.100.100 are part of the same subnet.

Subnet Mask An address code that determines the size of the network.

Switch Filters and forwards packets between LAN segments. Switches support any packet protocol type.

TACACS+ (Terminal Access Controller Access Control System Plus) Proprietary Cisco enhancement to Terminal

Access Controller Access Control System (TACACS). Provides additional support for authentication, authorization, and accounting.

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TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) A network protocol

for transmitting data that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of data sent.

TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) A set of instructions PCs use to communicate

over a network.

Telnet A user command and TCP/IP protocol used for accessing remote PCs.

TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol) A version of the TCP/IP FTP protocol that has no directory or password capability.

Throughput The amount of data moved successfully from one node to another in a given time period.

Trunking Link Aggregation. Optimizes port usage by linking a group of ports together to form a single trunk (aggregated groups).

TX Rate Transmission Rate.

Glossary

UDP (User Data Protocol) Communication protocol that transmits packets but does not guarantee their delivery.

Upgrade To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version.

Upload To transmit a file over a network.

URL (Uniform Resource Locator) The address of a file

located on the Internet.

VLAN (Virtual Local Area Networks) Logical subgroups that constitute a Local Area Network (LAN). This is done in software rather than defining a hardware solution.

WAN (Wide Area Network) Networks that cover a large geographical area.

Wildcard Mask Specifies which IP address bits are used, and which bits are ignored. A wild card mask of 255.255.255.255 indicates that no bit is important. A wildcard of 0.0.0.0 indicates that all the bits are important.

For example, if the destination IP address is 149.36.184.198 and the wildcard mask is 255.36.184.00, the first two bits of the IP address are used, while the last two bits are ignored.

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Appendix C: Specifications

Specifications

SLM2024/SLM2048

Specications

Ports 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T including 2 combo ports with miniGBIC/SFP slots Auto MDI/MDI-X Auto-negotiate/Manual setting

Buttons Reset Cabling Type LEDs System, Gigabit Link/Act and Speed

Performance

Switching Capacity SLM2024: 48 Gbps non-blocking

SLM2048: 96 Gbps non-blocking

Forwarding Rate SLM2024:

SLM2048:

Layer 2

MAC Table Size 8K Number of VLANs 128 active VLANs (4096 range) VLAN Port-based and 802.1Q Tag-based

VLANs Management VLAN

HOL Blocking Head of line blocking prevention

Management

Web User Interface Built-in Web UI for easy browser based conguration (HTTP)

Firmware Upgrade Web Browser upgrade (HTTP) and TFTP upgrade

Port Mirroring Trac on a port can be mirrored to another port for analysis with a network analyzer

Other Management DHCP/BootP Client System Log Conguration upload and backup via HTTP or TFTP

24 or 48 RJ-45 connectors for

UTP CAT 5e or better for 1000BASE-T

35.71 Mpps wire-speed performance

71.42 Mpps wire-speed performance

Security

802.1X - RADIUS Authentication. MD5 Encryption Port Security - MAC-based Filtering Management Access Control

Availability

Link Aggregation Link Aggregation using IEEE 802.3ad LACP

per group Storm Control Broadcast and Multicast Spanning Tree IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree

and Port Fast IGMP Snooping

for fast client joins and leaves of multicast streams and limits bandwidth-intensive video trac to only the requestors. Supports 32 Multicast Groups

Up to 4 groups with up to 8 ports

IGMP (v1/v2) Snooping provides

QoS

Priority levels 4 Hardware queues Scheduling Priority Queueing and

Weighted Round Robin (WRR) Class of Service Port-based

802.1p VLAN priority-based IPv4/v6 IP DSCP based

Standards

802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet,

802.3z Gigabit Ethernet,

802.3x Flow Control,

802.3ad LACP,

802.1D STP,

802.1Q/p VLAN,

802.1X Port Access Authentication

802.3 10BASE-T Ethernet,

802.3ab 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet

Environmental

Dimensions SLM2024: (W x H x D) 17.32" x 1.70" x 10.12” (440 x 43 x 257 mm)

SLM2048:

17.32" x 1.70" x 13.58” (440 x 43 x 345 mm)

Unit Weight SLM2024: 6.83 lb (3.1 kg) SLM2048: 10.14 lb (4.6 kg)

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Specifications

Power Internal Power, 100-240V Certication FCC Part15 Class A, CE Class A,

UL, cUL, CE mark, CB Operating Temp. 32 to 122ºF (0 to 50ºC) Storage Temp. 32 to 158ºF (0 to 70ºC) Operating Humidity 10 to 90% Noncondensing Storage Humidity 10 to 90% Noncondensing

SLM224G/SLM248G/SLM224P/SLM248P

Specications

Ports 24 or 48 RJ-45 connectors for 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX, 2 combo ports with RJ-45 connectors for 10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T and miniGBIC/SFP slots Auto MDI/MDI-X Auto-negotiate/Manual setting

Buttons Reset Cabling Type UTP CAT 5 or better for

10BASE-T/100BASE-TX,

LEDs SLM224G and SLM248G:

10/100 Link/Act and Speed Gigabit Link/Act and Speed

SLM224P and SLM248P:

10/100 Link/Act and PoE or Speed Gigabit Link/Act and Speed

Performance

Switching Capacity SLM224G and SLM224P:

8.8 Gbps non-blocking

SLM248G and SLM248P:

13.6 Gbps non-blocking

Forwarding Rate SLM224G and SLM224P:

6.55 Mpps wire-speed performance

SLM248G and SLM248P:

Layer 2

MAC Table Size 8K Number of VLANs 128 active VLANs (4096 range) VLAN Port-based and 802.1Q Tag-based

VLANs Management VLAN

HOL Blocking Head of line blocking prevention

UTP CAT 5e or better for 1000BASE-T

System

10.12 Mpps wire-speed performance

Management

Web User Interface Built-in Web UI for easy browser based conguration (HTTP)

Firmware Upgrade Web Browser upgrade (HTTP) and TFTP upgrade

Port Mirroring Trac on a port can be mirrored to another port for analysis with a network analyzer

Other Management DHCP/BootP Client System Log Conguration upload and backup via HTTP or TFTP

Security

802.1X - RADIUS Authentication. MD5 Encryption Port Security - MAC-based Filtering Management Access Control

Availability

Link Aggregation Link Aggregation using IEEE 802.3ad LACP Up to 4 groups with up to 8 ports per group

Storm Control Broadcast and Multicast Spanning Tree IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree

and Port Fast IGMP Snooping

for fast client joins and leaves of multicast streams and limits bandwidth-intensive video trac to only the requestors. Supports 32 Multicast Groups

IGMP (v1/v2) Snooping provides

QoS

Priority levels 4 Hardware queues Scheduling Priority Queueing and

Weighted Round Robin (WRR) Class of Service Port-based

802.1p VLAN priority-based IPv4/v6 IP DSCP based

Standards

802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet,

802.3z Gigabit Ethernet,

802.3x Flow Control,

802.3ad LACP,

802.1D STP,

802.1Q/p VLAN,

802.1X Port Access Authentication

802.3 10BASE-T Ethernet,

802.3ab 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet,

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Environmental

Dimensions SLM224G, SLM224P, SLM248G: (W x H x D) 17.32" x 1.70" x 10.12” (440 x 43 x 257 mm)

SLM248G:

17.32" x 1.70" x 13.58”

(440 x 43 x 345 mm) Unit Weight SLM224G:

6.39 lb (2.9 kg)

SLM248G:

6.83 lb (3.1 kg)

SLM224P:

7.28 lb (3.3 kg)

SLM248P:

10.14 lb (4.6 kg)

Power Internal Power, 100-240V Certication FCC Part15 Class A, CE Class A,

UL, cUL, CE mark, CB Operating Temp. 32 to 122ºF (0 to 50ºC) Storage Temp. 32 to 158ºF (0 to 70ºC) Operating Humidity 10 to 90% Noncondensing Storage Humidity 10 to 90% Noncondensing

Specifications

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Warranty and Regulatory Information

Appendix D: Warranty and Regulatory Information

Limited Warranty

Linksys warrants to You that, for a period of five years (the “Warranty Period”), your Linksys Product will be substantially free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Your exclusive remedy and Linksys’ entire liability under this warranty will be for Linksys at its option to repair or replace the Product or refund Your purchase price less any rebates. This limited warranty extends only to the original purchaser.

If the Product proves defective during the Warranty Period call Linksys Technical Support in order to obtain a Return Authorization Number, if applicable. BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE ON HAND WHEN CALLING. If You are requested to return the Product, mark the Return Authorization Number clearly on the outside of the package and include a copy of your original proof of purchase. RETURN REQUESTS CANNOT BE PROCESSED WITHOUT PROOF OF PURCHASE. You are responsible for shipping defective Products to Linksys. Linksys pays for UPS Ground shipping from Linksys back to You only. Customers located outside of the United States of America and Canada are responsible for all shipping and handling charges.

TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL LINKSYS BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOST DATA, REVENUE OR PROFIT, OR FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT (INCLUDING ANY SOFTWARE), EVEN IF LINKSYS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT WILL LINKSYS’ LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT. The foregoing limitations will apply even if any warranty or remedy provided under this Agreement fails of its essential purpose. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to You.

Please direct all inquiries to: Linksys, P.O. Box 18558, Irvine, CA 92623.

ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD. ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONDITIONS, REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF NONINFRINGEMENT, ARE DISCLAIMED. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to You. This warranty gives You specific legal rights, and You may also have other rights which vary by jurisdiction.

This warranty does not apply if the Product (a) has been altered, except by Linksys, (b) has not been installed, operated, repaired, or maintained in accordance with instructions supplied by Linksys, or (c) has been subjected to abnormal physical or electrical stress, misuse, negligence, or accident. In addition, due to the continual development of new techniques for intruding upon and attacking networks, Linksys does not warrant that the Product will be free of vulnerability to intrusion or attack.

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FCC Statement

This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used according to the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which is found by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

•

Increase the separation between the equipment or

•

devices

Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the

•

receiver’s

Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician

•

for assistance

Règlement d’Industry Canada

Cet appareil est conforme à la norme NMB003 d’Industrie Canada.

Le fonctionnement est soumis aux conditions suivantes :

Ce périphérique ne doit pas causer d’interférences;

Ce périphérique doit accepter toutes les interférences

2. reçues, y compris celles qui risquent d’entraîner un fonctionnement indésirable.

Safety Notices

Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.

Do not use this product near water, for example, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

WARNING: This product contains lead, known

to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Industry Canada Statement

This device complies with Industry Canada ICES-003 rule.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause interference and

This device must accept any interference, including

2. interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

This document contains important information for users with regards to the proper disposal and recycling of Linksys products. Consumers are required to comply with this notice for all electronic products bearing the following symbol:

English - Environmental Information for Customers in the European Union

European Directive 2002/96/EC requires that the equipment bearing this symbol on the product and/or its packaging must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. The symbol indicates that this product should be disposed of separately from regular household waste streams. It is your responsibility to dispose of this and other electric and electronic equipment via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or local authorities. Correct disposal and recycling will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health. For more detailed information about the disposal of your old equipment, please contact your local authorities, waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased the product.

Български (Bulgarian) - Информация относно опазването на околната среда за потребители в Европейския съюз

Европейска директива 2002/96/EC изисква уредите, носещи този символ върху изделието и/или опаковката му, да не се изхвърля т с несортирани битови отпадъци. Символът обозначава, че изделието трябва да се изхвърля отделно от сметосъбирането на обикновените битови отпадъци. Ваша е отговорността този и другите електрически и електронни уреди да се изхвърлят в предварително определени от държавните или общински органи специализирани пунктове за събиране. Правилното изхвърляне и рециклиране ще спомогнат да се предотвратят евентуални вредни за околната среда и здравето на населението последствия. За по-подробна информация относно изхвърлянето на вашите стари уреди се обърнете към местните власти, службите за сметосъбиране или магазина, от който сте закупили уреда.

Ceština (Czech) - Informace o ochraně životního prostředí pro zákazníky v zemích Evropské unie

Evropská směrnice 2002/96/ES zakazuje, aby zařízení označené tímto symbolem na produktu anebo na obalu bylo likvidováno s netříděným komunálním odpadem. Tento symbol udává, že daný produkt musí být likvidován odděleně od běžného komunálního odpadu. Odpovídáte za likvidaci tohoto produktu a dalších elektrických a elektronických zařízení prostřednictvím určených sběrných míst stanovených vládou nebo místními úřady. Správná likvidace a recyklace pomáhá předcházet potenciálním negativním dopadům na životní prostředí a lidské zdraví. Podrobnější informace o likvidaci starého vybavení si laskavě vyžádejte od místních úřadů, podniku zabývajícího se likvidací komunálních odpadů nebo obchodu, kde jste produkt zakoupili.

Dansk (Danish) - Miljøinformation for kunder i EU

EU-direktiv 2002/96/EF kræver, at udstyr der bærer dette symbol

på produktet og/eller emballagen ikke må bortskaffes som usorteret kommunalt affald. Symbolet betyder, at dette produkt skal bortskaffes adskilt fra det almindelige husholdningsaffald. Det er dit ansvar at bortskaffe dette og andet elektrisk og elektronisk udstyr via bestemte indsamlingssteder udpeget af staten eller de lokale myndigheder. Korrekt bortskaffelse og genvinding vil hjælpe med til at undgå mulige skader for miljøet og menneskers sundhed. Kontakt venligst de lokale myndigheder, renovationstjenesten eller den butik, hvor du har købt produktet, angående mere detaljeret information om bortskaffelse af dit gamle udstyr.

Deutsch (German) - Umweltinformation für Kunden innerhalb der Europäischen Union

Die Europäische Richtlinie 2002/96/EC verlangt, dass technische Ausrüstung, die direkt am Gerät und/oder an der Verpackung mit diesem Symbol versehen ist , nicht zusammen mit unsortiertem Gemeindeabfall entsorgt werden darf. Das Symbol weist darauf hin, dass das Produkt von regulärem Haushaltmüll getrennt entsorgt werden sollte. Es liegt in Ihrer Verantwortung, dieses Gerät und andere elektrische und elektronische Geräte über die dafür zuständigen und von der Regierung oder örtlichen Behörden dazu bestimmten Sammelstellen zu entsorgen. Ordnungsgemäßes Entsorgen und Recyceln trägt dazu bei, potentielle negative Folgen für Umwelt und die menschliche Gesundheit zu vermeiden. Wenn Sie weitere Informationen zur Entsorgung Ihrer Altgeräte benötigen, wenden Sie sich bitte an die örtlichen Behörden oder städtischen Entsorgungsdienste oder an den Händler, bei dem Sie das Produkt erworben haben.

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Eesti (Estonian) - Keskkonnaalane informatsioon Euroopa Liidus asuvatele klientidele

Euroopa Liidu direktiivi 2002/96/EÜ nõuete kohaselt on seadmeid, millel on tootel või pakendil käesolev sümbol , keelatud kõrvaldada koos sorteerimata olmejäätmetega. See sümbol näitab, et toode tuleks kõrvaldada eraldi tavalistest olmejäätmevoogudest. Olete kohustatud kõrvaldama käesoleva ja ka muud elektri- ja elektroonikaseadmed riigi või kohalike ametiasutuste poolt ette nähtud kogumispunktide kaudu. Seadmete korrektne kõrvaldamine ja ringlussevõtt aitab vältida võimalikke negatiivseid tagajärgi keskkonnale ning inimeste tervisele. Vanade seadmete kõrvaldamise kohta täpsema informatsiooni saamiseks võtke palun ühendust kohalike ametiasutustega, jäätmekäitlusfirmaga või kauplusega, kust te toote ostsite.

Español (Spanish) - Información medioambiental para clientes de la Unión Europea

La Directiva 2002/96/CE de la UE exige que los equipos que lleven este símbolo en el propio aparato y/o en su embalaje no deben eliminarse junto con otros residuos urbanos no seleccionados. El símbolo indica que el producto en cuestión debe separarse de los residuos domésticos convencionales con vistas a su eliminación. Es responsabilidad suya desechar este y cualesquiera otros aparatos eléctricos y electrónicos a través de los puntos de recogida que ponen a su disposición el gobierno y las autoridades locales. Al desechar y reciclar correctamente estos aparatos estará contribuyendo a evitar posibles consecuencias negativas para el medio ambiente y la salud de las personas. Si desea obtener información más detallada sobre la eliminación segura de su aparato usado, consulte a las autoridades locales, al servicio de recogida y eliminación de residuos de su zona o pregunte en la tienda donde adquirió el producto.

ξλληνικά (Greek) - Στοιχεία περιβαλλοντικής προστασίας για πελάτες εντός της Ευρωπαϊκής Ένωσης

Η Κοινοτική Οδηγία 2002/96/EC απαιτεί ότι ο εξοπλισμός ο οποίος φέρει αυτό το σύμβολο στο προϊόν και/ή στη συσκευασία του δεν πρέπει να απορρίπτεται μαζί με τα μικτά κοινοτικά απορρίμματα. Το σύμβολο υποδεικνύει ότι αυτό το προϊόν θα πρέπει να απορρίπτεται ξεχωριστά από τα συνήθη οικιακά απορρίμματα. Είστε υπεύθυνος για την απόρριψη του παρόντος και άλλου ηλεκτρικού και ηλεκτρονικού εξοπλισμού μέσω των καθορισμένων εγκαταστάσεων συγκέντρωσης απορριμμάτων οι οποίες παρέχονται από το κράτος ή τις αρμόδιες τοπικές αρχές. Η σωστή απόρριψη και ανακύκλωση συμβάλλει στην πρόληψη πιθανών αρνητικών συνεπειών για το περιβάλλον και την υγεία. Για περισσότερες πληροφορίες σχετικά με την απόρριψη του παλιού σας εξοπλισμού, παρακαλώ επικοινωνήστε με τις τοπικές αρχές, τις υπηρεσίες απόρριψης ή το κατάστημα από το οποίο αγοράσατε το προϊόν.

Français (French) - Informations environnementales pour les clients de l’Union européenne

La directive européenne 2002/96/CE exige que l’équipement sur lequel est apposé ce symbole sur le produit et/ou son emballage ne soit pas jeté avec les autres ordures ménagères. Ce symbole indique que le produit doit être éliminé dans un circuit distinct de celui pour les déchets des ménages. Il est de votre responsabilité de jeter ce matériel ainsi que tout autre matériel électrique ou électronique par les moyens de collecte indiqués par le gouvernement et les pouvoirs publics des collectivités territoriales. L’élimination et le recyclage en bonne et due forme ont pour but de lutter contre l’impact néfaste potentiel de ce type de produits sur l’environnement et la santé publique. Pour plus d’informations sur le mode d’élimination de votre ancien équipement, veuillez prendre contact avec les pouvoirs publics locaux, le service de traitement des déchets, ou l’endroit où vous avez acheté le produit.

Italiano (Italian) - Informazioni relative all’ambiente per i clienti residenti nell’Unione Europea

La direttiva europea 2002/96/EC richiede che le apparecchiature contrassegnate con questo simbolo sul prodotto e/o sull’imballaggio non siano smaltite insieme ai rifiuti urbani non differenziati. Il simbolo indica che questo prodotto non deve essere smaltito insieme ai normali rifiuti domestici. È responsabilità del proprietario smaltire sia questi prodotti sia le altre apparecchiature elettriche ed elettroniche mediante le specifiche strutture di raccolta indicate dal governo o dagli enti pubblici locali. Il corretto smaltimento ed il riciclaggio aiuteranno a prevenire conseguenze potenzialmente negative per l’ambiente e per la salute dell’essere umano. Per ricevere informazioni più dettagliate circa lo smaltimento delle vecchie apparecchiature in Vostro possesso, Vi invitiamo a contattare gli enti pubblici di competenza, il servizio di smaltimento rifiuti o il negozio nel quale avete acquistato il prodotto.

Latviešu valoda (Latvian) - Ekoloģiska informācija klientiem Eiropas Savienības jurisdikcijā

Direktīvā 2002/96/EK ir prasība, ka aprīkojumu, kam pievienota zīme uz paša izstrādājuma vai uz tā iesaiņojuma, nedrīkst izmest nešķirotā veidā kopā ar komunālajiem atkritumiem (tiem, ko rada vietēji iedzīvotāji un uzņēmumi). Šī zīme nozīmē to, ka šī ierīce ir jāizmet atkritumos tā, lai tā nenonāktu kopā ar parastiem mājsaimniecības atkritumiem. Jūsu pienākums ir šo un citas elektriskas un elektroniskas ierīces izmest atkritumos, izmantojot īpašus atkritumu savākšanas veidus un līdzekļus, ko nodrošina valsts un pašvaldību iestādes. Ja izmešana atkritumos un pārstrāde tiek veikta pareizi, tad mazinās iespējamais kaitējums dabai un cilvēku veselībai. Sīkākas ziņas par novecojuša aprīkojuma izmešanu atkritumos jūs varat saņemt vietējā pašvaldībā, atkritumu savākšanas dienestā, kā arī veikalā, kur iegādājāties šo izstrādājumu.

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Lietuvškai (Lithuanian) - Aplinkosaugos informacija, skirta Europos Sąjungos vartotojams

Europos direktyva 2002/96/EC numato, kad įrangos, kuri ir kurios pakuotė yra pažymėta šiuo simboliu (įveskite simbolį), negalima šalinti kartu su nerūšiuotomis komunalinėmis atliekomis. Šis simbolis rodo, kad gaminį reikia šalinti atskirai nuo bendro buitinių atliekų srauto. Jūs privalote užtikrinti, kad ši ir kita elektros ar elektroninė įranga būtų šalinama per tam tikras nacionalinės ar vietinės valdžios nustatytas atliekų rinkimo sistemas. Tinkamai šalinant ir perdirbant atliekas, bus išvengta galimos žalos aplinkai ir žmonių sveikatai. Daugiau informacijos apie jūsų senos įrangos šalinimą gali pateikti vietinės valdžios institucijos, atliekų šalinimo tarnybos arba parduotuvės, kuriose įsigijote tą gaminį.

Malti (Maltese) - Informazzjoni Ambjentali għal Klijenti fl-Unjoni Ewropea

Id-Direttiva Ewropea 2002/96/KE titlob li t-tagħmir li jkun fih issimbolu fuq il-prodott u/jew fuq l-ippakkjar ma jistax jintrema ma’ skart muniċipali li ma ġiex isseparat. Is-simbolu jindika li dan il-prodott għandu jintrema separatament minn ma’ liskart domestiku regolari. Hija responsabbiltà tiegħek li tarmi dan it-tagħmir u kull tagħmir ieħor ta’ l-elettriku u elettroniku permezz ta’ faċilitajiet ta’ ġbir appuntati apposta mill-gvern jew mill-awtoritajiet lokali. Ir-rimi b’mod korrett u r-riċiklaġġ jgħin jipprevjeni konsegwenzi negattivi potenzjali għall-ambjent u għas-saħħa tal-bniedem. Għal aktar informazzjoni dettaljata dwar ir-rimi tat-tagħmir antik tiegħek, jekk jogħġbok ikkuntattja lill-awtoritajiet lokali tiegħek, is-servizzi għar-rimi ta’ l-iskart, jew il-ħanut minn fejn xtrajt il-prodott.

Nederlands (Dutch) - Milieu-informatie voor klanten in de Europese Unie

De Europese Richtlijn 2002/96/EC schrijft voor dat apparatuur die is voorzien van dit symbool op het product of de verpakking, niet mag worden ingezameld met niet-gescheiden huishoudelijk afval. Dit symbool geeft aan dat het product apart moet worden ingezameld. U bent zelf verantwoordelijk voor de vernietiging van deze en andere elektrische en elektronische apparatuur via de daarvoor door de landelijke of plaatselijke overheid aangewezen inzamelingskanalen. De juiste vernietiging en recycling van deze apparatuur voorkomt mogelijke negatieve gevolgen voor het milieu en de gezondheid. Voor meer informatie over het vernietigen van uw oude apparatuur neemt u contact op met de plaatselijke autoriteiten of afvalverwerkingsdienst, of met de winkel waar u het product hebt aangeschaft.

Norsk (Norwegian) - Miljøinformasjon for kunder i EU

EU-direktiv 2002/96/EF krever at utstyr med følgende symbol

avbildet på produktet og/eller pakningen, ikke må kastes sammen med usortert avfall. Symbolet indikerer at dette produktet skal håndteres atskilt fra ordinær avfallsinnsamling for husholdningsavfall. Det er ditt ansvar å kvitte deg med dette produktet og annet elektrisk og elektronisk avfall via egne innsamlingsordninger slik myndighetene eller kommunene bestemmer. Korrekt avfallshåndtering og gjenvinning vil være med på å forhindre mulige negative konsekvenser for miljø og helse. For nærmere informasjon om håndtering av det kasserte utstyret ditt, kan du ta kontakt med kommunen, en innsamlingsstasjon for avfall eller butikken der du kjøpte produktet.

Magyar (Hungarian) - Környezetvédelmi információ az európai uniós vásárlók számára

A 2002/96/EC számú európai uniós irányelv megkívánja, hogy azokat a termékeket, amelyeken, és/vagy amelyek csomagolásán az alábbi címke megjelenik, tilos a többi szelektálatlan lakossági hulladékkal együtt kidobni. A címke azt jelöli, hogy az adott termék kidobásakor a szokványos háztartási hulladékelszállítási rendszerektõl elkülönített eljárást kell alkalmazni. Az Ön felelõssége, hogy ezt, és más elektromos és elektronikus berendezéseit a kormányzati vagy a helyi hatóságok által kijelölt gyűjtõredszereken keresztül számolja fel. A megfelelõ hulladékfeldolgozás segít a környezetre és az emberi egészségre potenciálisan ártalmas negatív hatások megelõzésében. Ha elavult berendezéseinek felszámolásához további részletes információra van szüksége, kérjük, lépjen kapcsolatba a helyi hatóságokkal, a hulladékfeldolgozási szolgálattal, vagy azzal üzlettel, ahol a terméket vásárolta.

Polski (Polish) - Informacja dla klientów w Unii Europejskiej o przepisach dotyczących ochrony środowiska

Dyrektywa Europejska 2002/96/EC wymaga, aby sprzęt oznaczony symbolem znajdującym się na produkcie i/lub jego opakowaniu nie był wyrzucany razem z innymi niesortowanymi odpadami komunalnymi. Symbol ten wskazuje, że produkt nie powinien być usuwany razem ze zwykłymi odpadami z gospodarstw domowych. Na Państwu spoczywa obowiązek wyrzucania tego i innych urządzeń elektrycznych oraz elektronicznych w punktach odbioru wyznaczonych przez władze krajowe lub lokalne. Pozbywanie się sprzętu we właściwy sposób i jego recykling pomogą zapobiec potencjalnie negatywnym konsekwencjom dla środowiska i zdrowia ludzkiego. W celu uzyskania szczegółowych informacji o usuwaniu starego sprzętu, prosimy zwrócić się do lokalnych władz, służb oczyszczania miasta lub sklepu, w którym produkt został nabyty.

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Warranty and Regulatory Information

Português (Portuguese) - Informação ambiental para clientes da União Europeia

A Directiva Europeia 2002/96/CE exige que o equipamento que exibe este símbolo no produto e/ou na sua embalagem não seja eliminado junto com os resíduos municipais não separados. O símbolo indica que este produto deve ser eliminado separadamente dos resíduos domésticos regulares. É da sua responsabilidade eliminar este e qualquer outro equipamento eléctrico e electrónico através das instalações de recolha designadas pelas autoridades governamentais ou locais. A eliminação e reciclagem correctas ajudarão a prevenir as consequências negativas para o ambiente e para a saúde humana. Para obter informações mais detalhadas sobre a forma de eliminar o seu equipamento antigo, contacte as autoridades locais, os serviços de eliminação de resíduos ou o estabelecimento comercial onde adquiriu o produto.

Română (Romanian) - Informaţii de mediu pentru clienţii din Uniunea Europeană

Directiva europeană 2002/96/CE impune ca echipamentele care prezintă acest simbol pe produs şi/sau pe ambalajul acestuia să nu fie casate împreună cu gunoiul menajer municipal. Simbolul indică faptul că acest produs trebuie să fie casat separat de gunoiul menajer obişnuit. Este responsabilitatea dvs. să casaţi acest produs şi alte echipamente electrice şi electronice prin intermediul unităţilor de colectare special desemnate de guvern sau de autorităţile locale. Casarea şi reciclarea corecte vor ajuta la prevenirea potenţialelor consecinţe negative asupra sănătăţii mediului şi a oamenilor. Pentru mai multe informaţii detaliate cu privire la casarea acestui echipament vechi, contactaţi autorităţile locale, serviciul de salubrizare sau magazinul de la care aţi achiziţionat produsul.

Slovenčina (Slovak) - Informácie o ochrane životného prostredia pre zákazníkov v Európskej únii

Podľa európskej smernice 2002/96/ES zariadenie s týmto symbolom na produkte a/alebo jeho balení nesmie byť likvidované spolu s netriedeným komunálnym odpadom. Symbol znamená, že produkt by sa mal likvidovať oddelene od bežného odpadu z domácností. Je vašou povinnosťou likvidovať toto i ostatné elektrické a elektronické zariadenia prostredníctvom špecializovaných zberných zariadení určených vládou alebo miestnymi orgánmi. Správna likvidácia a recyklácia pomôže zabrániť prípadným negatívnym dopadom na životné prostredie a zdravie ľudí. Ak máte záujem o podrobnejšie informácie o likvidácii starého zariadenia, obráťte sa, prosím, na miestne orgány, organizácie zaoberajúce sa likvidáciou odpadov alebo obchod, v ktorom ste si produkt zakúpili.

Slovenčina (Slovene) - Okoljske informacije za stranke v Evropski uniji

Evropska direktiva 2002/96/EC prepoveduje odlaganje opreme, označene s tem simbolom – na izdelku in/ali na embalaži – med običajne, nerazvrščene odpadke. Ta simbol opozarja, da je treba izdelek odvreči ločeno od preostalih gospodinjskih odpadkov. Vaša odgovornost je, da to in preostalo električno in elektronsko opremo odnesete na posebna zbirališča, ki jih določijo državne ustanove ali lokalna uprava. S pravilnim odlaganjem in recikliranjem boste preprečili morebitne škodljive vplive na okolje in zdravje ljudi. Če želite izvedeti več o odlaganju stare opreme, se obrnite na lokalno upravo, odpad ali trgovino, kjer ste izdelek kupili.

Suomi (Finnish) - Ympäristöä koskevia tietoja EUalueen asiakkaille

EU-direktiivi 2002/96/EY edellyttää, että jos laitteistossa on tämä symboli itse tuotteessa ja/tai sen pakkauksessa, laitteistoa ei saa hävittää lajittelemattoman yhdyskuntajätteen mukana. Symboli merkitsee sitä, että tämä tuote on hävitettävä erillään tavallisesta kotitalousjätteestä. Sinun vastuullasi on hävittää tämä elektroniikkatuote ja muut vastaavat elektroniikkatuotteet viemällä tuote tai tuotteet viranomaisten määräämään keräyspisteeseen. Laitteiston oikea hävittäminen estää mahdolliset kielteiset vaikutukset ympäristöön ja ihmisten terveyteen. Lisätietoja vanhan laitteiston oikeasta hävitystavasta saa paikallisilta viranomaisilta, jätteenhävityspalvelusta tai siitä myymälästä, josta ostit tuotteen.

Svenska (Swedish) - Miljöinformation för kunder i Europeiska unionen

Det europeiska direktivet 2002/96/EC kräver att utrustning med denna symbol på produkten och/eller förpackningen inte får kastas med osorterat kommunalt avfall. Symbolen visar att denna produkt bör kastas efter att den avskiljts från vanligt hushållsavfall. Det faller på ditt ansvar att kasta denna och annan elektrisk och elektronisk utrustning på fastställda insamlingsplatser utsedda av regeringen eller lokala myndigheter. Korrekt kassering och återvinning skyddar mot eventuella negativa konsekvenser för miljön och personhälsa. För mer detaljerad information om kassering av din gamla utrustning kontaktar du dina lokala myndigheter, avfallshanteringen eller butiken där du köpte produkten.

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Appendix E: Contact Information

Contact Information

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