Asante 3524 Series - 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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...