Asante 3500 - Manuals

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...

10 Getting Started Guide 1.3 Front and Back Panel Descriptions Refer to the following sections for detailed descriptions of the front and back panels of the IntraCore 3500 series switches. 1.3.1 IC3524 Models From left to right, the front panel contains the following: Power and port LEDs; 24 10/100 ...

11 Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series From left to right, the back panel, shown below, contains: a console port; a 12V DC jack for an external power supply (IC35-RPS12, US part number 99-00777-01, sold separately); an AC socket (for pri-mary power) and a power switch. 1.4 Management and Configuration Ther...

12 Getting Started Guide nection to form a stack (multiple units sharing one IP address). The stacking feature is available on the IC3524 models, versions 1.1 or higher. See Chapter 2.11 Using the Stacking Feature for more de- tails. 1.4.2 Web-Based Interface With Internet access, users can link dir...

13 Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series 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 t...

14 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 ...

15 Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series 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...

16 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...

17 Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series 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 I...

18 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...

19 Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series 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 ...

20 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...

21 Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series 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: Ca...

22 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...

23 Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series console connection to the first unit. Type k in the Configuration Menu to access the Stacking Management menu, shown be-low. Type t to toggle the switch from “disabled” to “enabled”. Repeat for all remaining units. IntraCore 3524 Configuration Menu <Cmd> <Des...

24 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...

25 Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series 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 NETWOR...

27 Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series Appendix B Safety and Regulatory Com-pliance 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 agai...

29 Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series Appendix C Features and Specifications The IntraCore 3500 Series are Asanté’s most powerful, flexible workgroup switches. See the User’s Manual for detailed features and specifications. Features • Asanté Auto-Uplink ™ on all 10/100 and 10/100/1000BaseT ports (auto MDI...

31 Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series 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 DT...

33 Asanté IntraCore 3500 Series 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, a...