Installation guide

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Contents
About This Guide
Who Should Use This Guide ...............................................................................................................xiii
How to Use This Guide ...................................................................................................................... xiv
Related Documents ........................................................................................................................... xiv
Conventions Used in This Guide ........................................................................................................ xv
Getting Help ....................................................................................................................................... xvi
Chapter 1: Introduction
Overview ............................................................................................................................................1-1
C3G124-24P Stackable Switch ...................................................................................................1-1
C3G124-48P Stackable Switch ...................................................................................................1-3
High-Speed Stack Connections ...................................................................................................1-4
Redundant Power Supply Capability ...........................................................................................1-4
PoE (Power over Ethernet) Support ..................................................................................................1-5
Connectivity .......................................................................................................................................1-6
Management ......................................................................................................................................1-7
Switch Configuration Using WebView .........................................................................................1-7
Switch Configuration Using CLI Commands ...............................................................................1-7
Standards Compatibility .....................................................................................................................1-7
LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs ...............................................................................................................1-8
Chapter 2: Network Requirements
10BASE-TX Network .........................................................................................................................2-2
100BASE-TX Network .......................................................................................................................2-2
1000BASE-FX Network .....................................................................................................................2-2
1000BASE-T Network ........................................................................................................................2-2
Chapter 3: Hardware Installation
Considerations Prior to Installation ....................................................................................................3-2
Required Tools ...................................................................................................................................3-2
Unpacking the Switch ........................................................................................................................3-2
Installing Optional Mini-GBICs ...........................................................................................................3-3
Preparing to Install a Mini-GBIC ..................................................................................................3-3
Installing a Mini-GBIC ..................................................................................................................3-4
Removing a Mini-GBIC ................................................................................................................3-5
Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface ...............................................................................................3-6
Installing the Rubber Feet ...........................................................................................................3-6
Guidelines for Flat Surface Installation ........................................................................................3-8