GETTING STARTED GUIDE Catalyst 2960 Switch Getting Started Guide (8-Port Switches) INCLUDING LICENSE AND WARRANTY 1 About This Guide 2 Taking Out What You Need 3 Running Express Setup 4 Managing the Switch 5 Installing the Switch 6 Connecting to the Switch Ports 7 In Case of Difficulty 8 Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request 9 Cisco Limited Lifetime Hardware Terms
1 About This Guide This document describes information specific to the Catalyst 2960-8TC, Catalyst 2960G-8TC, and Catalyst 2960PD-8TT-L switches. For information applicable to the other Catalyst 2960 switches, see the Catalyst 2960 Switch Hardware Installation Guide on Cisco.com. This guide provides instructions on how to use Express Setup to configure your Catalyst switch.
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3 Running Express Setup When you first set up the switch, you should use Express Setup to enter the initial IP information. This enables the switch to connect to local routers and the Internet. You can then access the switch through the IP address for further configuration. To run Express Setup: Step 1 Make sure that nothing is connected to the switch. During Express Setup, the switch acts as a DHCP server.
Step 7 Connect a Category 5 Ethernet cable to any 10/100 or 10/100/1000 Ethernet port on the switch front panel. Connect the other end of the cable to the Ethernet port on your PC. SYST STAT DPLX SPD CONSOL E MODE 1x 2x 3x 4x 5x 6x 7x 8x Catalys t 2960 S eries 210109 1 DHCP-enabled PC Step 8 Verify that the LEDs on both Ethernet ports are green. Wait 30 seconds. Step 9 Start a web browser on your PC. Enter the IP address 10.0.0.1 in the web browser, and press Enter.
Step 10 Enter this information in the Network Settings fields: • In the Management Interface (VLAN ID) field, the default is 1. Enter a new VLAN ID only if you want to change the management interface through which you manage the switch. The VLAN ID range is 1 to 1001. • In the IP Address field, enter the IP address of the switch. The IP address is also assigned to the management VLAN. In the IP Subnet Mask field, click the drop-down arrow, and select an IP Subnet Mask.
Step 12 Click Submit to save your settings, or click Cancel to clear your settings. When you click Submit, the switch is configured and exits Express Setup mode. The PC displays a warning message and tries to connect with the new switch IP address. If you configured the switch with an IP address that is in a different subnet from the PC, connectivity between the PC and the switch is lost. Step 13 Disconnect the switch from the PC, and install the switch in your network.
Downloading Cisco Network Assistant Cisco Network Assistant is a free software program that you download from Cisco.com and run on your PC. Network Assistant offers advanced options for configuring and monitoring multiple devices, including switches, switch clusters, switch stacks, routers, and access points. Network Assistant is free—there is no charge to download, install, or use it. Follow these steps: 1. Go to this Web address: http://www.cisco.com/go/NetworkAssistant You must be a registered Cisco.
The Cisco Configuration Engine is a network management device that works with embedded CNS agents in the switch software. You can use Cisco Configuration Engine to automate initial configurations and configuration updates on the switch. See the “Accessing Help Online” section on page 18 for a list of supporting documentation. 5 Installing the Switch This section describes installation information specific to the Catalyst 2960-8TC, Catalyst 2960G-8TC, and Catalyst 2960PD-8TT-L switches.
Before You Begin When you determine where to install the switch, verify that these guidelines are met: • Airflow around the switch and through the vents is unrestricted. Note We strongly recommend that you allow at least 3 inches (7.6 cm) of clearance around the ventilation openings. • Do not stack switches or place switches side-by-side, unless they are separated all around by at least 3 inches (7.6 cm) of clearance from each other. • Temperature around the switch does not exceed 113°F (45°C).
Installation Warning Statements This section includes the basic installation warning statements. Translations of these warning statements appear in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Catalyst 2960 Switch document that shipped with the switch. Warning To prevent the switch from overheating, do not operate it in an area that exceeds the maximum recommended ambient temperature of 113°F (45°C). To prevent airflow restriction, allow at least 3 inches (7.
Figure 1 Positioning the Template and Inserting the Screws 2 3 210096 1 4. Place the switch onto the mounting screws, and slide it forward until it locks in place (see Figure 2).
Mount the Switch with a Magnet Panel Follow these steps: 1. Position the mounting magnet on the mounting surface (see Figure 3). 2. Place the bottom of the switch on the mounting magnet (see Figure 3).
6 Connecting to the Switch Ports This section describes how to connect to the switch ports, the SFP module ports, and to the dual-purpose ports. For additional cabling information, see the Catalyst 2960 Switch Hardware Installation Guide on Cisco.com.
Install the SFP Modules and Connect to the Ports Follow these steps: Step 1 Grasp the module on the sides, and insert it into the switch slot until you feel the connector snap into place. 5x 6x 7x 8x Catalys t 2960 S eries 210088 1 SFP module Step 2 Insert an appropriate cable into the module port. 5x 6x 7x 8x Catalys t 2960 S eries SFP module port Step 3 210089 1 Insert the other cable end into the other device. For a list of supported modules, see the release notes on Cisco.com.
Connect to the Dual-Purpose Ports Follow these steps: Insert either an RJ-45 connector to the 10/100/1000 port, or install an SFP module into the SFP module slot, and connect a cable to the SFP module port. Only one port can be active at a time. If both ports are connected, the SFP module port has priority. The priority setting is not configurable. Step 2 5x 6x 7x 8x Catalys t 2960 S eries 1 210090 Step 1 Insert the other cable end into the other device.
Troubleshooting Express Setup If Express Setup does not run, or if the Express Setup page does not appear in your browser: • Did you verify that POST successfully ran before starting Express Setup? • If not, make sure that only the SYST and STAT LEDs are green before pressing the Mode button to enter the Express Setup mode. • Did you press the Mode button while the switch was still running POST? • If yes, wait until POST completes. Power cycle the switch. Wait until POST completes.
Resetting the Switch This section describes how to reset the switch by rerunning Express Setup. These are reasons why you might want to reset the switch: • You installed the switch in your network and cannot connect to it because you assigned the wrong IP address. • You want to clear all configurations from the switch and assign a new IP address.
For More Information For more information about the switch, see these documents on Cisco.com: • Release Notes for the Catalyst 3750, 3560, 2970, and 2960 Switches. Before you install, configure, or upgrade the switch, refer to the release notes on Cisco.com for the latest information. • Catalyst 2960 Switch Hardware Installation Guide. This guide provides complete hardware descriptions and detailed installation procedures.
9 Cisco Limited Lifetime Hardware Terms There are special terms applicable to your hardware warranty and various services that you can use during the warranty period. Your formal Warranty Statement, including the warranties and license agreements applicable to Cisco software, is available on Cisco.com. Follow these steps to access and download the Cisco Information Packet and your warranty and license agreements from Cisco.com. 1. Launch your browser, and go to this URL: http://www.cisco.
Duration of Hardware Warranty A Cisco product hardware warranty is supported for as long as the original end user continues to own or use the product, provided that the fan and power supply warranty is limited to five (5) years. In the event of a discontinuance of product manufacture, the Cisco warranty support is limited to five (5) years from the announcement of the discontinuance.
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