Page 2 - Quick Start Guide; Open the box and check the contents. See
2 Getting Started Guide Quick Start Guide Follow these steps to install your IntraCore switch: 1. Open the box and check the contents. See Chapter 1.1 Package Contents for a complete list of the items included with your IntraCore switch. 2. Install the switch in an equipment or wall rack, or prepare...
Page 3 - Table of Contents; Quick Start Guide 2
3 Asanté IntraCore 3524 Table of Contents Quick Start Guide 2 1. Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 6 1.2 LEDs 6 1.3 Front Panel Description 8 2. Installation and Setup 9 2.1 Safety Overview 9 2.2 Recommended Installation Tools 10 2.3 Power Requirements 10 2.4 Environmental Requirements 10 2.5 Cool...
Page 5 - Introduction
5 Asanté IntraCore 3524 1 Introduction The IntraCore 3524 Series Thank you for purchasing the Asanté IntraCore 3524 Series Gigabit switch. The IntraCore 3524 is a 24-port 10/100 managed switch with a variety of hardware and software options. Hardware expan-sion slots (two Type IC35) can accept a wid...
Page 6 - Package Contents; Switch
6 Getting Started Guide The system can operate as a stand-alone network or be used in combination with other IntraCore series switches in the backbone. 1.1 Package Contents The following items are included in your package: • Switch • AC power cord • Rack mount brackets with screws • Rubber feet • Re...
Page 8 - Front Panel Description
8 Getting Started Guide 1.3 Front Panel Description From left to right, the front panel contains the following: Power and port LEDs; 24 10/100 ports; 2 optional module slots; and a console port. The switch is field upgradeable for use with 1000BaseSX, 1000BaseX GBIC or 10/100/1000BaseT modules. Opti...
Page 9 - Installation and Setup; Note; Always use caution when lifting heavy equipment
9 Asanté IntraCore 3524 2 Installation and Setup This chapter explains how to install and connect the switch to your network. To configure the switch for management, refer to the User’s Manual on the CD-ROM. The following guidelines will help you prepare to install the switch in such a way that it h...
Page 10 - Recommended Installation Tools; Number 1 Phillips screwdriver; Power Requirements; Maximum input AC Current: 1.0A at 115 VAC full load; Environmental Requirements
10 Getting Started Guide • Do not tamper with the internal components of your switch. This could void your warranty • Examine your work area for potential hazards (I.e. wet floors, ungrounded cables, etc.) and eliminate them before installing your switch For more safety information, please refer to ...
Page 11 - Contents
11 Asanté IntraCore 3524 Failure to observe these limits may cause damage to the switch and void the warranty. Avoid direct sunlight, heat sources, or areas with high levels of electromagnetic interference. 2.5 Cooling and Airflow The switch uses internal fans for air cooling. Do not restrict air fl...
Page 12 - Place the switch on a flat, stable surface.
12 Getting Started Guide To mount the switch onto an equipment rack: 1. Place the switch on a flat, stable surface. 2. Locate a rack-mounting bracket (supplied) and place it over the mounting holes on one side of the unit. 3. Use the screws (supplied) to se-cure the bracket (with a Phillips screwdri...
Page 13 - Installing GBIC Interfaces
13 Asanté IntraCore 3524 2. Place the unit on a flat surface with a minimum area of 434.3 mm x 342.9 mm (17.1” x 13.5”) and support capacity of 10 kg (22 lbs ). 3. Make sure there is enough ventilation space between the switch and surrounding walls or objects. 2.8 Installing GBIC Interfaces Instruct...
Page 14 - Installing Optional Hardware Modules; Connect network cables to the module port.
14 Getting Started Guide 2.8.3 GBIC Care and Handling Follow these GBIC maintenance guidelines: • Unnecessary removal and insertion of a GBIC can lead to its premature failure. A GBIC connector has a lifetime of 100 to 500 removals/insertions • GBICs are static-sensitive. To prevent ESD damage, foll...
Page 15 - Connecting Power; If the power does not come on, refer to Appendix A:; Connecting to the Network; Use the following procedure to make your net-
15 Asanté IntraCore 3524 2.10 Connecting Power Use the following procedure to connect power to the switch: Important! Carefully review the power requirements (Chapter 2.3) before connecting power to the unit. 1. Plug one end of the supplied power cord into the power con-nector on the back of the uni...
Page 16 - : There is no uplink port on this switch. All 10/100 ports on this; Pin Number
16 Getting Started Guide Note : There is no uplink port on this switch. All 10/100 ports on this switch are auto-sensing MDI/MDI-X. This advanced feature means that the 10/100 ports will automatically determine whether the de-vice at the other end of the link is a hub, switch or workstation, and adj...
Page 17 - Gigabit Ethernet Ports Cabling Procedures; Using the Stacking Feature
17 Asanté IntraCore 3524 2.11.2 Gigabit Ethernet Ports Cabling Procedures Cabling requirements for the Gigabit Ethernet modules depend on the type of GBIC interface that has been installed. Use the following guidelines to determine the cabling requirements for your GBIC: • 1000BaseSX GBIC: Cables wi...
Page 18 - : While the user may manage the stack via console,
18 Getting Started Guide • All stacked units are managed through connection to the master switch, via console, telnet or web interfaces Note : While the user may manage the stack via console, telnet or web interface, the initial formation of the stack may only be done by connection to a console. • T...
Page 20 - Go to the Master’s Stack Management menu and type
20 Getting Started Guide 4. After all units have had stacking enabled, connect the console to the first unit (the Master unit). 5. Power cycle the whole stack, or, if the units are to be powered up separately, power the Master last. 6. Go to the Master’s Stack Management menu and type s to be- gin t...
Page 21 - Appendix A Troubleshooting
21 Asanté IntraCore 3524 Appendix A Troubleshooting In the unlikely event your network does not operate properly, follow the troubleshooting tips below: 1. CHECK YOUR POWER CONNECTION. Is the Power LED on? If not, plug the power cord into another known working AC out-let. 2. CHECK YOUR NETWORK CABLE...
Page 25 - Appendix C Features and Specifications; Features; K MAC addresses with hardware-based aging; Specifications; Physical Dimensions
25 Asanté IntraCore 3524 Appendix C Features and Specifications The IntraCore 3524 Series is Asanté’s most powerful, flexible work-group switch. See the User’s Manual for detailed specifications. Features • Two IC35 option slots for configuring Gigabit Ethernet (copper of fiber) or Fast Ethernet (fi...
Page 27 - Appendix D Serial Port Pin Outs
27 Asanté IntraCore 3524 Appendix D Serial Port Pin Outs The console port is used to connect with a terminal using a DB-9 female connector. The setting is 9600-N81. See the table below for a list of pin outs. Pin Number Signal Name 1 CD Carrier Detect 2 RD Receive Data 3 TD Transmit Data 4 DTR Data ...
Page 29 - Appendix E Warranty and Support
29 Asanté IntraCore 3524 Appendix E Warranty and Support The IntraCore switch is covered by Asanté’s 3-year IntraCare ™ product warranty and advanced technical support. An additional 2 year warranty is available through AsantéCare ™ . See the User’s Manual for more detailed information. If your swit...
Page 32 - IntraCore 3524 Series Gigabit Ethernet Switches
32 Getting Started Guide IntraCore 3524 Series Gigabit Ethernet Switches Getting Started Guide Asanté Technologies, Inc. 821 Fox Lane San Jose, CA 95131 USA S ALES 800-662-9686 Home/Office Solutions 800-303-9121 Enterprise Solutions 408-435-8388 T ECHNICAL S UPPORT 801-566-8991 Worldwide 801-566-378...
