GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide NETGEAR, Inc. 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, California 95134 USA 202-10510-02 January 2011 v1.
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Contents GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide About This Manual Conventions, Formats and Scope ..................................................................................... v Revision History ................................................................................................................ vi Chapter 1 Introduction Overview .........................................................................................................................1-1 Features ........................
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide Step 3: Checking the Installation ..................................................................................4-15 Step 4: Connecting Devices to the Switch ....................................................................4-16 Step 5: Installing an SFP GBIC Module .......................................................................4-16 Step 6: Applying AC Power ..........................................................................................
About This Manual The NETGEAR® ProSafeTM GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the Smart Switch. The information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills. Conventions, Formats and Scope The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs: • • Typographical Conventions.
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide Danger: This is a safety warning. Failure to take heed of this notice may result in personal injury or death. • Scope. This manual is written for the Smart Switch according to these specifications: Product Version Smart Switch Manual Publication Date January 2011 Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. website at http://kbserver.netgear.com/main.asp. Revision History Part Number Version Date Number Description 202-10510-02 1.
Chapter 1 Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of the NETGEAR Smart Switch. The NETGEAR Smart Switch is a state-of-the-art, high-performance, IEEE-compliant network solution designed for users who require a large number of ports and want the power of Gigabit connectivity to eliminate bottlenecks, boost performance, and increase productivity. To simplify installation, the switch is shipped ready for use out of the box.
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide Service (CoS) for traffic prioritization. These features provide better understanding and control of the network. Initial discovery of the switch on the network requires the Smart Control Center program, a utility that runs on a PC. The Smart Switch can be free-standing, or rack mounted in a wiring closet or equipment room. It is IEEE-compliant and offers low latency for high-speed networking. All ports can automatically negotiate to the highest speed.
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide • Automatic address learning function to build the packet-forwarding information table. The table contains up to 8K Media Access Control (MAC) addresses. • Full-duplex and half-duplex functions for all 10/100/1000 Mbps ports. • Store-and-Forward transmission to remove bad packets from the network. • Full-duplex IEEE 802.3x pause frame flow control. • Active flow control to minimize packet loss/frame drops. • Half-duplex back-pressure control.
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide Verify that the package contains the following: • NETGEAR Smart Switch • Rubber footpads for tabletop installation • Power cord • Rack-mount kit for installing the switch in a 19-inch rack • Installation guide • Smart Switch Resource CD with Smart Control Center and User’s manual If any item is missing or damaged, contact the place of purchase immediately. 1-4 Introduction v1.
Chapter 2 Physical Description This chapter describes the NETGEAR Smart Switch hardware features. Topics include: • GS716T Front and Back Panel Configuration • GS724T Front and Back Panel Configuration • LED Designations • Device Hardware Interfaces GS716T Front and Back Panel Configuration The GS716T is a 24-port 10/100/1000 Mbps + 2 SFP Combo ports Smart Switch.
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide • System LEDs Figure 2-2 illustrates the NETGEAR GS716T Smart Switch back panel: RS-232 Power Connector Figure 2-2 The back panel contains the following: • A 100-240VAC/50-60 Hz universal input, which is a standard AC power receptacle for accommodating the supplied power cord. GS724T Front and Back Panel Configuration The GS724T is a 24-port 10/100/1000 Mbps Smart Switch + 2 SFP Combo ports switch.
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide • System LEDs Figure 2-4 illustrates the NETGEAR GS724T Smart Switch back panel: RS-232 Power Connector Figure 2-4 The back panel contains the following: • A 100-240VAC/50-60 Hz universal input, which is a standard AC power receptacle for accommodating the supplied power cord. LED Designations Port LEDs The following table describes the port LED designations. Table 2-1.
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide Table 2-1. Port LEDs (continued) Port LED Designation 2 SFP Ports - 1 LED per port SFP LINK/ACT • Solid Green - A valid 1000 Mbps SFP module link is established on the port. • Flashing Green - Packets transmission or reception is occurring on the port at 1000 Mbps. • Solid Yellow - A valid 100 Mbps SFP module link is established on the port. • Flashing Yellow - Packets transmission or reception is occurring on the port at 100 Mbps.
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide • Determines whether the link to the attached device requires a “normal” connection (such as when connecting the port to a PC) or an “uplink” connection (such as when connecting the port to a router, switch, or hub). • Configures the RJ-45 port to enable communications with the attached device, without requiring user intervention.
Chapter 3 Applications Your NETGEAR Smart Switch is designed to provide flexibility in configuring your network connections. It can be used as a stand-alone device or with 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps hubs and switches. Desktop Switching The NETGEAR Smart Switch can be used as a desktop switch to build a small network that enables users to have 1000 Mbps access to a file server. With full-duplex enabled, the switch port connected to the server or PC can provide 2000 Mbps throughput.
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Chapter 4 Installation This chapter describes the installation procedures for your NETGEAR Smart Switch.
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide Table 4-1. Site Requirements (continued) Characteristics Requirements Power source Provide a power source within 6 feet (1.8 meters) of the installation location. Power specifications for the switch are shown in Appendix A . Ensure the AC outlet is not controlled by a wall switch, which can accidentally turn off power to the outlet and the switch.
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide 5. Tighten the screws with a #2 Phillips screwdriver to secure the switch in the rack. Figure 4-1 Step 3: Checking the Installation Before applying power perform the following: • Inspect the equipment thoroughly. • Verify that all cables are installed correctly. • Check cable routing to make sure cables are not damaged or creating a safety hazard. • Ensure all equipment is mounted properly and securely. Installation 4-15 v1.
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide Step 4: Connecting Devices to the Switch The following procedure describes how to connect PCs to the switch’s RJ-45 ports. The NETGEAR Smart Switch contains Auto Uplink™ technology, which allows the attaching of devices using either straight-through or crossover cables. Figure 4-2 Connect each PC to an RJ-45 network port on the Switch front panel (Figure 4-2 ).
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide Insert the SFP module into the SFP module bay. Press firmly to ensure the module seats into the connector. Figure 4-3 Step 6: Applying AC Power NETGEAR Smart Switch does not have an ON/OFF switch. The method of applying or removing AC power is by connecting or disconnecting the power cord. Before connecting the power cord, select an AC outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch, which can turn off power to the switch.
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide Step 7: Managing the Switch using a Web Browser or the PC Utility The NETGEAR Smart Switch contains software for viewing, changing, and monitoring the way it works. This management software is not required for the switch to work. The ports can be used without using the management software.
Appendix A Troubleshooting This chapter provides information about troubleshooting the NETGEAR Smart Switch. Topics include the following: • Troubleshooting Chart • Additional Troubleshooting Suggestions Troubleshooting Chart The following table lists symptoms, causes, and solutions of possible problems. Table A-1. Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Cause Solution Power LED is off. No power is received. Check the power cord connections for the switch at the switch and the connected device.
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide Table A-1. Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Cause Solution A segment or device is One or more devices are not recognized as part of not properly connected, the network. or cabling does not meet Ethernet guidelines. ACT LED is flashing continuously on all connected ports and the network is disabled. A network loop (redundant path) has been created. Verify that the cabling is correct. Ensure all connectors are securely positioned in the required ports.
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide Auto-Negotiation The RJ-45 ports negotiate the correct duplex mode and speed if the device at the other end of the link supports auto negotiation. If the device does not support auto negotiation, the switch only determines the speed correctly and the duplex mode defaults to half-duplex. The gigabit port on the Gigabit module negotiates speed, duplex mode, and flow control, provided that the attached device supports auto-negotiation. Troubleshooting A-21 v1.
Appendix B Technical Specifications Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility IEEE 802.3i 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX,FX IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T IEEE 802.3z 1000BASE-X IEEE 802.3x flow control Management Windows 2000 + XP, Vista; Microsoft Explorer 6.0 or higher DSCP IEEE 802.1Q VLAN IEEE 802.3ad Link Aggregation IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree Protocol IEEE 802.1W Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol IEEE 802.3ab LLDP SNMP v1, v2c, and v3 HTTP and HTTPS IGMP Snooping v1/v2 IEEE 802.
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide Performance Specifications Forwarding modes: Store-and-forward Bandwidth: 32 Gbps (for GS716T); 48 Gbps (for GS724T) Address database size: 8K media access control (MAC) addresses per system Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF): 307,681 hours for GS716T; 282,516 hours for GS724T Power Supply Power Consumption: 16.5W for GS716T, 21.5W for GS724T 100-240VAC/50-60 Hz universal input Physical Specifications Dimensions (H x W x D): 1.7 x 17.3 x 10.
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide Modules AGM731F 1000BASE-SX SFP GBIC for multimode fiber AGM732F 1000BASE-LX SFP GBIC for single mode fiber AGM733 1000BASE-LZ GBIC for long haul single mode fiber Technical Specifications B-25 v1.
Index Numerics Class of Service 1-1 1000BASE-LX 1-2 Combo Port 2-9 1000BASE-SX 1-2 Combo Ports 1-2 1000BASE-T 1-2 Connecting Devices to the Switch 4-16 1000BASE-X 1-2 Copper 1-1 100-240VAC/50-60 2-6 Crossover 2-8 100BASE-TX 1-2 10BASE-T 1-2 D 1U 1-3 Default IP Address 4-18 8-pin 2-8 Default Reset Button 2-5, 2-6 Device Hardware Interfaces 2-8 A AC Power 2-6, 2-7 Duplex Mode 2-8 AGM731F 2-9 E AGM732F 2-9 Example of Desktop Switching 3-11 AGM733 2-9 Applying AC Power 4-17 F Attachin
GS716T_GS724T Hardware Installation Guide I IEEE 802.3ab 1-2 IEEE 802.3i 1-2 IEEE 802.3u 1-2 Port LEDs 2-7 Power cord 1-4 Preparing the Site 4-13 IEEE 802.3x 1-2, 1-3 R IEEE 802.
GS716T_GS724T Hardware Installation Guide VLAN 1-1 W Warranty 1-4 Web-based Graphical User Interface 1-1 Index-29 v1.
