IntraCore® IC36240 Series Layer 2+ Gigabit Ethernet Switch Setup Guide
IntraCore IC36240 Layer 2+ Gigabit Ethernet Switch Setup Guide Asante Technologies, Inc. 2223 Oakland Road San Jose, CA 95131 USA SALES 800-662-9686 Home/Office Solutions 800-303-9121 Enterprise Solutions 408-435-8388 TECHNICAL SUPPORT 801-566-8991: Worldwide 801-566-3787: Fax www.asante.com/support support@asante.com SWITCH DEFAULTS IP address: 192.168.0.1 Password: Asante Copyright © 2005 Asante Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved.
Table of Contents Table of Contents...........................................................................................................................................................3 Chapter 1: Introduction...................................................................................................................................................6 1.1 Features .....................................................................................................................................
3.2 Connecting to a PC ............................................................................................................................................17 3.3 Passwords and Privileges Commands ...............................................................................................................18 3.3.1 Privileges Commands ..................................................................................................................................18 3.3.2 Enable Password ............
4.8.5 Scrolling Down a Line or a Screen ...............................................................................................................33 4.8.6 Redisplaying the Current Command Line ....................................................................................................33 4.8.7 Transposing Mistyped Characters ...............................................................................................................34 4.8.8 Controlling Capitalization ..........................
Chapter 1: Introduction The IntraCore IC36240 24-port Layer 2+ Managed Gigabit Switch is a high-performance network switch used to reduce network congestion and application response times. The 24-port IntraCore IC36240 multi-protocol switch supports Layer 2+ and Gigabit Ethernet switching. The switch has 24 10/100/1000BaseT ports with Auto-Uplink and has 4 combination ports used for sharing with SFP mini GBICs. Gigabit fiber technology is used to connect two switches together.
1.2 Package Contents The following items are included in the switch’s package: • Switch • AC power cord • USB cable for management console port • RS232 null-modem cable for management console port • Rack mount brackets with screws • IntraCore IC36240 CD-ROM • Release Note Contact your dealer immediately if any of these items is missing. 1.3 Front and Back Panel Descriptions The following section describes the front and back panels of the IntraCore IC36240 Series switches.
1.3.1 LEDs The IC36240 front panel LED display allows you to monitor the status of the switch. The IC36240 has one power LED indicator, one (optional) external power LED and one fan LED. There are also LED indicators for each of the 24 ports. Refer to the following table for LED information. LED System Color Green Description Power is on and the system is operating normally. Green Flashing Flashing during self-test, initialization, or downloading.
1.4 Management and Configuration The switch is managed using Command Line Interface (CLI) in order to access several different command modes. Entering a question mark (?) at each command mode’s prompt provides a list of commands. 1.4.1 Console Interface Support for local, out-of-band management is delivered through a terminal or modem attached to the EIA/TIA-232 or USB interface. You can access the switch by connecting a PC or terminal to the console port of the switch, via a serial cable.
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation and Setup Use the following guidelines to easily install the switch, ensuring that it has the proper power supply and environment. 2.1 Installation Overview Follow these steps to install the IntraCore IC36240 switch: 1. Open the box and check the contents. See Chapter 1.2 Package Contents for a complete list of the items included with the IntraCore IC36240 switch. 2. Install the switch in an equipment or wall rack, or prepare it for desktop placement. 3.
2.1.2 Recommended Installation Tools You need the following additional tools and equipment to install the switch into an equipment rack: • Flat head screwdriver • Phillips head screwdriver • Antistatic mat or foam 2.1.3 Power Requirements The electrical outlet should be properly grounded, located near the switch and be easily accessible. Make sure the power source adheres to the following guidelines: • Power: Auto Switching AC, 90-240 VAC • Frequency range: 50/60 Hz 2.1.
5. Place the switch in the equipment rack. 6. Secure the switch by securing its mounting brackets onto the equipment rack with the appropriate screws (supplied). Important: Make sure the switch is supported until all the mounting screws for each bracket are secured to the equipment rack. Failure to do so could cause the switch to fall, which may result in personal injury or damage to the switch. 2.2.
To verify the primary power status, use the Switch# show system command. Under System Information, you see the power unit status. System Information -----------------System up for: 000day(s), 01hr(s), 46min(s), 54sec(s) PROM Image Version/Date: 1.00C/Nov 11 2004 17:03:04 DRAM Size: 64.0MB Flash Size: 8.0MB Config NVRAM Size: 128KB Console Baud Rate: 9600 bps Serial No.
Important: The switch must be located within 100 meters of its attached 10BaseT or 100BaseTX devices. Use the following guidelines to determine the cabling requirements for the network devices: • Connecting to Network Station: Category 5 UTP (Unshielded Twisted-Pair) straight-through cable (100 m maximum) with RJ-45 connectors • Connecting to Repeater/Hub/Switch’s Uplink port: Category 5, UTP straight-through cable (100 m maximum) with RJ-45 connectors Note: These switches have no specific uplink ports.
• 1000BaseLH GBIC: Cables with SC-type fiber connectors; 10µ single-mode fiber media up to 20 km (65,617') • 1000BaseLX Long Haul GBIC: Cables with SC-type fiber connectors; 10µ single-mode fiber media up to 100 km (328,100') • 1000BaseLZ GBIC: Cables with SC-type fiber connectors; 10µ single-mode fiber media up to 120 km (393,701') • 1000BaseT: Category 5 or better Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cable up to 100 m (328.
Chapter 3: Initial Software Setup Configure the switch by connecting directly to it through a console (out-of-band management), running a terminal emulation program, such as HyperTerminal or by using telnet. 3.1 Connecting to a Console To connect the switch to a console or computer, set up the system in the following manner: 1. Plug power cord into the back of the switch. 2. Attach a straight-through serial cable between the RS232 console port and a COM port on the PC. 3.
e. Press the Configuration button from the Connect To window. e f. Set the data rate to 9600 Baud. g. Set data format to 8 data bits, 1 stop bit and no parity. h. Set flow control to NONE. f g h Now that terminal is set up correctly, power on the switch. The boot sequence will display in the terminal. After connecting to the console, the following appears: User Access Verification Password: The initial default password for access using either the console or telnet is Asante (case-sensitive).
3.3 Passwords and Privileges Commands The switch has not default password, which allows anyone on the network access to various privilege levels. To prevent unauthorized changes to the switch’s configuration, you should set an enable password for access to switch management. Follow the example below to assign a privileged password.
3.3.3 Password To specify a password on a line, use the password command in line configuration mode. Use the no form of this command to remove the password.
3.4 Login Security Two methods are available on the IntraCore IC36240 to configure an authentication query process for better login security: the username command for the global configuration mode and password and login commands from the line configuration mode. 3.4.1 The username Command To establish a username-based authentication system, use the username command in global configuration mode. This method is more effective because authentication is determined on a user basis.
5. Type ip address and the new address. The following screen appears: Switch> enable Switch# configure Switch(config)# ip address 192.168.123.254/24 Switch(config)# end Switch# show ip Dhcp Client Enabled ..........: No IP Address ...................: 192.108.250.51 Subnet Mask ..................: 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway ..............: 192.108.250.5 HTTP Server ..................: Enabled HTTP Port ....................: 80 Switch# write file Writing current-config to startup-config. Please wait.
Chapter 4: Understanding the Command Line Interface (CLI) The switch utilizes Command Line Interface (CLI) to provide access to several different command modes. Each command mode provides a group of related commands. After logging into the system, you are automatically in the user top (user EXEC) mode. From the user top mode you can enter into the privileged top (privileged EXEC) mode.
To list the commands available in user top mode, enter a question mark (?). Use a space and a question mark (?) after entering a command to see all the options for that particular command. Command Purpose ? Lists the user EXEC commands. show ? Lists all the options available for the given command.
In general, the top (privileged) commands allow you to change terminal settings on a temporary basis, perform basic tests, and list system information. To list the commands available in top mode, enter a question mark (?) at the prompt, as shown in the following example. Enter a question mark (?) after a command to see all the options for that command.
To exit global configuration command mode and return to privileged EXEC mode, use one of the following commands: Command Purpose exit end Exits global configuration mode and returns to privileged EXEC mode. Ctrl-Z To list the commands available in global configuration mode, enter a question mark (?) at the prompt, as shown in the following example. Enter a question mark (?) after a specific command to see all the options for that command.
4.3.1 Interface Configuration Mode Many features are enabled on a per-interface basis. Interface configuration commands modify the operation of an interface such as an Ethernet or serial port. Interface configuration commands always follow an interface global configuration command, which defines the interface type as Ethernet. In the following example shows configuration of Ethernet interface (eth1). The new prompt, Switch(config-ifeth1)#, indicates the interface configuration mode.
In the following example, the switch shows the multiple Spanning Trees (MST) command.
To get help specific to a command mode, a command, a keyword, or an argument, perform one of the following commands: Command Purpose Help Obtain a brief description of the help system in any command mode. ? List all commands available for a particular command mode. When using context-sensitive help, the space (or lack of a space) before the question mark (?) is significant.
Switch# configure ? configure Enter configuration mode Note that in the example below, if you enter the ip command followed by the Return Key or Enter, the system returns the prompt that the command is incomplete. Switch# ip % Command incomplete. Switch# Generally, uppercase letters represent variables. For example, after entering a command, such as hostname, and using a space and a question mark, you will be prompted for the new name, represented by WORD.
4.6 Using CLI Command History The CLI user interface provides a history or record of commands that you have entered. This feature is particularly useful for recalling long or complex commands or entries, including access lists. To recall commands from the history buffer, use one of the following commands: Keystrokes/Command Purpose Press Ctrl-P or the up arrow key Recall commands in the history buffer, beginning with the most recent command. Repeat the key sequence to recall successively older commands.
4.8.1 Moving Around on the Command Line Use the following keystrokes to move the cursor around on the command line in order to make corrections or changes: Keystrokes Purpose Press Ctrl-B or the left arrow. Move the cursor back one character. Press Ctrl-F or the right arrow. Move the cursor forward one character. Press Ctrl-A. Move the cursor to the beginning of the command line. Press Ctrl-E. Move the cursor to the end of the command line. Press Esc B. Move the cursor back one word.
4.8.3 Editing Command Lines That Wrap The enhanced editing feature provides a wraparound for commands that extend beyond a single line on the screen. When the cursor reaches the right margin, the command line shifts eight spaces to the left. You cannot see the first eight characters of the line, but you can scroll back and check the syntax at the beginning of the command.
When you have completed the entry, press Ctrl-A to check the complete syntax before pressing Enter to execute the command. The dollar sign ($) appears at the end of the line to indicate that the line has been scrolled to the right: Switch(config)# access-list 101 permit icmp 192.168.123.0 0.0.0.255 192$ Use line wrapping in conjunction with the command history feature to recall and modify previous complex command entries. 4.8.
4.8.7 Transposing Mistyped Characters If you have mistyped a command entry, you can transpose the mistyped characters by using the following command: Keystrokes Purpose Press Ctrl-T. Transpose the character to the left of the cursor with the character located at the cursor. 4.8.8 Controlling Capitalization You can toggle between uppercase and lowercase letters with simple keystroke sequences. To do so, use the following command: Keystrokes Purpose Press Esc C. Capitalize at the cursor.
Appendix A: Basic Troubleshooting In the unlikely event that the switch does not operate properly, follow the troubleshooting tips below. If more help is needed, contact Asante’s technical support at www.asante.com/support. Problem Possible Solutions The Power LED is not lit. Check the power connection. Plug the power cord into another known working AC outlet. The primary power supply has failed. Install the optional external power supply and have the primary power supply serviced as soon as possible.
Appendix B: Specifications The sections below list the features and product specifications for the IntraCore IC36240 switch. Connectors: 24 RJ-45 auto-MDI/MDIX Ports 24 10/100/1000BaseT ports that have auto-negotiation for speed, duplex mode and flow control Gig Modular Ports 4 SFP slots for 1000SX or 1000LX transceiver that is auto-disabling 1000BaseT port when link is activated.
Security User password, SNMP access filter, port security (MAC address filter with notification), 802.1x (port-based, L2/L4 ACL, RADIUS, TACACS+ Management Male DB9 RS-232 DTE (auto baud to 115k), USB, Cisco CLI x 4 sessions, Web RMON (1, 2, 3, 9), port mirroring Firmware Upgrade TFTP, dual banks of code and configuration SNMP v1, v2, v3 Logs System, Crash, Error B.1 Standards Compliance IEEEE: IEEE 802.1D spanning tree and bridge filters IEEE 802.1p prioritization (class of service) IEEE 802.
Appendix C: FCC Compliance and Warranty Statements C.1 FCC Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
C.3 IntraCare Warranty Statement Products: IntraCore IC36240 Duration: 3 years Advanced Warranty United States: Second Business Day Replacement: Other countries: See your local distributor or reseller 1. Asante Technologies warrants (to the original end-user purchaser) the covered IntraCore products against defects in materials and workmanship for the period specified above.
Appendix D: Online Warranty Registration Please register this product online at http://www.asante.com/support/supRegistration.asp or by filling out and mailing the card below.
Index Cabling interface................................................................26 console .................................................................16 no .........................................................................30 Ethernet ................................................................14 password ..............................................................18 procedures............................................................13 password-encryption .................
Features .....................................................................6 Password editing...................................................................30 default.....................................................................9 Help privileged ..............................................................18 ? 28 security .................................................................20 context sensitive ...................................................28 setting.................
