Trendnet TL2-E284 User Manual

Quick Installation Guide

TL2-E284

1.01

Table of Contents

English 1

1. Before You Start

2. Hardware Installation 2

3. LEDs 3

4. Configure the Switch 5

Troubleshooting 9

1

Version 11.05.2010

1. Before You Start

Package Contents

TL2-E284

Ÿ
ŸMulti-Language Quick Installation Guide
ŸCD-ROM (User's Guide)
ŸRS-232 cable (3 m / 9.8 ft.)
ŸPower Cord (1.8 m / 5.9 ft.)
ŸRack Mount Kit

Installation Requirements

Web Browser: Internet Explorer (6.0 or higher)

Ÿ
ŸA computer with a network adapter properly installed
ŸCAT-5e or CAT-6 Network Cable
ŸThe surface must support at least 2 Kg (4.4 lbs) for the Switch
ŸThe power outlet should be within 1.8 meters (5.9 feet) of the Switch
ŸMake sure that there is proper heat dissipation from and adequate ventilation around the

Switch

ŸDo not place heavy objects on the Switch

Optional Equipment

EIA standard 19” rack

Ÿ
ŸMini-GBIC module (e.g. TEG-MGBSX, TEG-MGBS10, TEG-MGBS40, TEG-MGBS80,

TEG-MGBS10D35, TEG-MGBS40D35) for Mini-GBIC slots

1

2. Hardware Installation

Note:

Note: The Mini-GBIC slots are shared with port 25 and 26 Gigabit Ethernet ports. When the
Mini-GBIC slots are in use, port 25 and 26 Gigabit Ethernet ports are disabled.

1. Connect the Power Cord to the TL2-E284 and
then to a power outlet.

2. Connect a Cat.5e or Cat.6 RJ-45 network
cable from the computer to an available
Ethernet port on the TL2-E284.

3. Verify that the following panel lights are on:

PWR(Power), SYS(System) and 10M LINK/
ACT, 100M LINK/ACT, 10/100M LINK/ACT or
1000 LINK/ACT.

2

3. LEDs

PWR (Power)

SYS (System)

1000M LINK/ACT

10/100M LINK/ACT

10/100M LINK/ACT

10M LINK/ACT

3

Device Status LED

PWR (Power)

SYS (System)

Ethernet LED (RJ-45)

100M Link/ACT

10M Link/ACT

Combo Gigabit Ethernet
(RJ-45) / Mini-GBIC LED

1000M Link/ACT

10/100M Link/ACT

Color

Green

N/A

Green

N/A

Color

Green

Amber

Color

Green

Amber

Sequence

Solid

Off

Solid

Off

Sequence

Solid

Blinking

Off

Solid

Blinking

Off

Sequence

Solid

Blinking

Off

Solid

Blinking

Off

Definition

Device powered On

Device powered Off

Device is ready

Device is not ready

Definition

100/200Mbps (Half/Full Duplex) Connected (per port)

100/200Mbps (Half/Full Duplex) Data
Transmitting/Receiving (per port)

10/20Mbps (Half/Full) or no connection to the port

10/20Mbps (Half/Full Duplex) Connected (per port)

10/20Mbps (Half/Full Duplex)Data
Transmitting/Receiving (per port)

100/200Mbps (Half/Full), or no connection to the port

Definition

2000Mbps (Full Duplex) Connected (per port)

2000Mbps (Full Duplex) Data Transmitting /
Receiving (per port)

100/200Mbps (Half/Full), 10/20Mbps (Half/Full),
or no connection to the port

10/20Mbps (Half/Full Duplex) or 100/200Mbps
(Half/Full Duplex) Connected (per port)

10/20Mbps (Half/Full Duplex) or 100/200Mbps
(Half/Full Duplex) Data Transmitting/Receiving
(per port)

2000Mbps (Full), or no connection to the port

4

4. Configure the Switch

Note:

1. Before the Switch can be configured, a Static IP address must be assigned to your computer's
network adapter in the subnet of 192.168.10.x. Since the Switch's default IP address is

192.168.10.200, make sure no other network devices are assigned an IP address of

192.168.10.200. (Refer to Troubleshooting section on how to configure TCP/IP settings on your
PC.)

2. There are three methods of configuring the TL2-E284: Web Browser, Console Port and Telnet.

1. Using Web Browser

1. Open your web browser, type

http://192.168.10.200 in the Address bar, and
then press Enter.

2. Enter the User name and Password, and then

click Login. By default:
User Name: admin
Password: admin

3. Select the desired options for configuring the

switch.

5

2. Using the Console Port

Note:
A terminal program such as HyperTerminal is required to configure the switch via the Console Port.
The instructions shown below demonstrates how to configure the Switch on a Windows PC using
HyperTerminal.

1. Connect the RS-232 cable from a serial port on

your PC to the console port on the switch.

2. Go to Start Ž Programs Ž Accessories Ž

Communications Ž HyperTerminal

3. Enter a name, choose an icon and then click

OK.

4. Select the correct COM port

(e.g. COM1, COM2) and then click OK.

6

5. Enter the following, click Apply and then

click OK.
Bits per second: 115200
Data bits: 8
Parity: None
Stop bits: 1
Flow control: None

6. Press the Enter Key.

7. Enter the User Name for login. Then press the

Enter. Then Enter the Password and then

press Enter.

By default

login: admin
Password: admin

If you do not see the login prompt, please

power cycle the switch by unplugging the

power cord, wait 15 seconds and then plug it

back in.

3. Using Telnet

The Telnet function may or may not be included with your computer's operating system. For
instructions on how to enable Telnet in Windows 7/Vista, please refer to the Troubleshooting
section.

1. Click the Windows / Start icon on the bottom

left hand corner and click All Programs.

7

2. Click Accessories and then click Command

Prompt.

3. Type in telnet 192.168.10.200. Then press the

Enter key.

4. Enter the User Name for login. Then press the

Enter. Then Enter the Password and then

press Enter. By default

login : admin

Password: admin

If you do not see the login prompt, please

power cycle the switch by unplugging the

power cord, wait 15 seconds and then plug it

back in.

Configuration is now complete

For detailed information regarding the TL2-E284 configuration and advanced settings, please
refer to User's Guide included on the Utility CD-ROM, or TRENDnet's website at
http://www.trendnet.com.

Register Your Product

To ensure the highest level of customer service and support, please take a moment to
register your product Online at: www.trendnet.com/register

Thank you for choosing TRENDnet

8

Troubleshooting

1. How do I configure TCP/IP settings on my computer?

Windows 7

1. Go into the Control Panel, click Network and Internet,

click Network and Sharing Center, click Change
Adapter Settings and then right-click the Local Area
Connection icon and then click Properties.

2. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) and then
click Properties. Then click on Use the following IP
address, and make sure you assign your network

adapter an IP address in the subnet of 192.168.10.x.

Windows Vista

1. Go into the Control Panel, click Network and Internet,
click Network and Sharing Center, click Manage
Network Connections and then right-click the Local
Area Connection icon and then click Properties.

2. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) and then
click Properties. Then click on Use the following IP
address, and make sure you assign your network

adapter an IP address in the subnet of 192.168.10.x.

Windows XP / 2000

1. Go into the Control Panel, double-click the Network
Connections icon and then right-click the Local Area
Connection icon and then click Properties.

2. Click Internet Protocol Version (TCP/IP) and then click
Properties. Then click on Use the following IP
address, and make sure you assign your network

adapter an IP address in the subnet of 192.168.10.x.

9

2. I typed http://192.168.10.200 in my Internet Browser's Address Bar, but an error message
says “The page cannot be displayed.” How can I get into the TL2-E284's web configuration
page?

1. Check your hardware settings again by following the instructions in section 2.

2. Make sure the PWR(Power), SYS(System) and Link/ACT lights are lit.

3. Make sure your network adapter’s TCP/IP settings are configured properly (see Q1).

4. Since the Switch's default IP address is 192.168.10.200, make sure that no other network
devices are assigned an IP address of 192.168.10.200.

3. If my switch's IP is different than the network’s subnet, what should I do?

You should still configure the Switch first. After all the settings are applied, go to the Switch's
configuration page, click on Administrator, click IP & Management Mode and change the IP
address of the Switch to match your network's IP.

4. What are the default port settings for configuring the Switch through the console port
using HyperTerminal?

Bits per Second: 115200; Data bits: 8; Parity: None; Stop bits: 1; Flow control: None.

5. I changed the IP address of the switch, but I forgot it. How do I reset my TL2-E284?

Follow the instructions below:

1. Take a pin or paper clip and press the reset button on the front of the switch

2. Wait 15 seconds then let go.
The default IP address of the switch is 192.168.10.200. The default user name and password
is admin.

6. How do I enable Telnet on my Windows 7/Vista computer?

Follow the instructions below:
Windows 7

1. Go to Control panel and click Programs.

2. Click Turn Windows features on or off.

3. Check the box next to Telnet client and then click OK.

4. Please wait while Windows enables Telnet.

Windows Vista

1. Go to Control Panel and click on Classic View.

2. Click on Programs and Features.

3. Click Turn Windows features on or off.

4. Check the box next to Telnet Client and then click OK.

5. Please wait while Windows enables Telnet.

If you still encounter problems or have any questions regarding the TL2-E284 please contact
TRENDnet's Technical Support Department.

10

11

Copyright ©2010, All Rights Reserved. TRENDnet.