Page 2 - About this Guide; Taking Out What You Need; Equipment That You Supply to Set Up Your Switch
2 1 About this Guide This guide provides instructions on how to install and configure your Cisco Metro Ethernet (ME) 3400E Ethernet Access switch. Also covered are switch management options, basic rack-mounting procedures, port and module connections, power connection procedures, and troubleshooting...
Page 3 - Shipping Box Contents
3 Shipping Box Contents The items shipped with your switch depend on the switch model, the options that you choose, and the type of power-supply module. Some items shown are optional, and your switch might look different. These items ship with the Cisco ME 3400E-24TS-M and the Cisco ME 3400EG-12CS-M...
Page 4 - Safety Warnings
4 These items ship with the Cisco ME 3400EG-2CS-A switch: Safety Warnings Translations of these warning statements and a complete list of warnings that are applicable to this switch appear in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco ME 3400E Ethernet Access Switches document th...
Page 5 - Initial Setup
5 Warning A readily accessible two-poled disconnect device must be incorporated in the fixed wiring. Statement 1022 Warning This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate ele...
Page 7 - Completing the Initial Configuration
7 Completing the Initial Configuration Follow these steps to complete the setup program and to create the initial configuration for the switch. Step 1 After you press Enter or Return at the prompt to start the initial configuration setup program, enter Yes at these prompts: Would you like to termina...
Page 8 - Managing the Switch through the CLI; Other Management Options
8 4 Managing the Switch through the CLI After you install the switch in your network, you can enter Cisco IOS commands and parameters through the CLI. Access the CLI either by connecting your PC directly to the switch console port or through a Telnet session from a remote PC or workstation. Other Ma...
Page 9 - Rack-Mounting the Switch; Equipment That You Supply
9 The Cisco IE2100 Series Configuration Registrar is a network management device that works with embedded CNS agents in the switch software. You can use IE2100 to automate initial configurations and configuration updates on the switch. See the “Accessing Troubleshooting Information on Cisco.com” sec...
Page 10 - Attaching the Brackets
10 Attaching the Brackets Use four Phillips flat-head screws to attach the long side of the brackets to the switches in one of mounting positions (for all but the Cisco ME 3400EG-2CS-A switch): Use the tab on the bracket and the Phillips flat-head screw to attach the short side of each bracket to th...
Page 11 - Rack-Mount the Switch
11 Rack-Mount the Switch Use the black Phillips machine screw to attach the cable guide to the left or right bracket and the supplied screws to attach the brackets to the rack: • Cisco ME 3400E-24TS-M and Cisco ME 3400EG-12CS-M switches: • Cisco ME 3400EG-2CS-A switch: 1 Black Phillips machine screw...
Page 12 - Connecting to the Switch Ports; Install the SFP Modules and Connect to the Ports
12 6 Connecting to the Switch Ports This section describes how to connect to the fixed switch ports and to the SFP module ports. The switch in the illustrations might be different from your switch, but the instructions apply to all Cisco ME 3400E switches. Connect to 10/100 or 10/100/1000 Ports Note...
Page 13 - Verify Port Connectivity; In Case of Difficulty; Troubleshooting Initial Configuration Setup; Resetting the Switch
13 For a list of supported modules, see the release notes on Cisco.com. For detailed instructions on installing, removing, and connecting to SFP modules, see the SFP module documentation. Caution Removing and installing an SFP module can shorten its useful life. Do not remove and insert SFP modules ...
Page 14 - Accessing Troubleshooting Information on Cisco.com
14 To reset the switch: • At the switch# prompt, enter enable , and press Return or Enter . • At the switch# prompt, enter setup, and press Return or Enter . The switch displays the prompt to run the initial configuration dialog. See the “Initial Setup” section on page 5 to re-enter the configuratio...
Page 15 - Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request; Cisco 90-Day Limited Hardware Warranty Terms
15 8 Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request For information on obtaining documentation, submitting a service request, and gathering additional information, see the monthly What’s New in Cisco Product Documentation , which also lists all new and revised Cisco technical documentation...