Page 2 - About this Guide; Taking Out What You Need; Equipment That You Supply to Run Express Setup
2 1 About this Guide This guide provides instructions on how to use Express Setup to initially configure your Catalyst switch. Also covered are switch management options, basic rack-mounting procedures, port and module connections, power connection procedures for both AC- and DC-powered switches, an...
Page 3 - Shipping Box Contents
3 Shipping Box Contents Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Catalyst 3550 Switch Catalyst 3550 Switch Getting Started Guide Cisco Product Ownership Registration card Catalyst 3550 switch Console cable Two 19-inchmounting brackets Two 19-inchmounting brackets Four number-12 Phillips ...
Page 4 - Running Express Setup
4 3 Running Express Setup When you first set up the switch, you should use Express Setup to enter the initial IP information. This enables the switch to connect to local routers and the Internet. You can then access the switch through the IP address for further configuration. To run Express Setup: S...
Page 7 - Refreshing the PC IP Address; Managing the Switch; Using the Device Manager
7 Refreshing the PC IP Address After you complete Express Setup, you should refresh the PC IP address. For a dynamically assigned IP address, disconnect the PC from the switch, and reconnect it to the network. The network DHCP server will assign a new IP address to the PC. For a statically assigned ...
Page 8 - Downloading Cisco Network Assistant; Command-Line Interface; Other Management Options
8 Downloading Cisco Network Assistant Cisco Network Assistant is a free software program that you download from Cisco.com and run on your PC. Network Assistant offers advanced options for configuring and monitoring multiple devices, including switches, switch clusters, switch stacks, routers, and ac...
Page 9 - Equipment That You Supply
9 5 Rack-Mounting This section covers basic 19-inch rack-mounting and switch port connections. The illustrations in this section show the Catalyst 3550-12T and 3550-24 switch for examples. You can install and connect other Catalyst 3550 switches as shown in these illustrations. For alternate mountin...
Page 10 - Installation Warning Statements
10 Installation Warning Statements This section includes the basic installation warning statements. Warning To prevent the switch from overheating, do not operate it in an area that exceeds the maximum recommended ambient temperature of 113°F (45°C). To prevent airflow restriction, allow at least 3 ...
Page 11 - Warning Statements for Connecting to DC Power
11 Warning Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. Statement 1074 Warning Statements for Connecting to DC Power These statements apply when connecting a Catalyst 3550-24-DC switch to DC power. Warning When installing the unit, always make the ground connec...
Page 12 - Attaching the Brackets
12 Attaching the Brackets Use four Phillips flat-head screws to attach the long side of the brackets on the Catalyst 3550-12 switches. Number-8 Phillips flat-head screws MODE SYSTEM RPS STATUS UTIL DUPLX SPEED 2 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Catalyst 3550 SERIES MODE SYSTEM RPS STATUS UTIL DUPLX SPEED 2 1 ...
Page 14 - Rack-Mount the Switch
14 Rack-Mount the Switch Use the black Phillips machine screw to attach the cable guide to the left or right bracket. Use the four number-12 Phillips machine screws to attach the brackets to the rack. Cable guide Front-mounting position Mid-mounting position(telco rack) Rear-mounting position Black ...
Page 15 - Connect to the Switch Ports
15 Connect to the Switch Ports This section describes how to connect to the fixed switch ports and to the GBIC module ports. Connect to 10/100 and 10/100/1000 Ports Follow these steps: Warning Voltages that present a shock hazard may exist on Power over Ethernet (PoE) circuits if interconnections ar...
Page 17 - Connecting to DC Power
17 After you connect to the switch port, the port LED turns amber while the switch establishes a link. This process takes about 30 seconds, and then the LED turns green when the switch and the target device have an established link. If the LED is off, the target device might not be turned on, there ...
Page 18 - Wiring the DC Input Power Source
18 Wiring the DC Input Power Source Follow these steps: Step 3 Slide the exposed area of the 6-gauge wire into the ground lug, and use the crimping tool to crimp the lug to the wire. Step 4 Using the ratcheting screwdriver, torque the ground lug screws to 15 lbf-in. (240 ounce-force inches [ozf-in.]...
Page 20 - In Case of Difficulty; Troubleshooting Express Setup
20 7 In Case of Difficulty If you experience difficulty, help is available here and on Cisco.com. This section includes Express Setup troubleshooting, how to reset the switch, how to access help online, and where to find more information. Troubleshooting Express Setup If Express Setup does not run, ...
Page 21 - Resetting the Switch; Accessing Help Online
21 Resetting the Switch This section describes how to reset the switch by rerunning Express Setup. These are reasons why you might want to reset the switch: • You installed the switch in your network and cannot connect to it because you assigned the wrong IP address. • You want to clear all configur...
Page 22 - For More Information
22 Follow these steps: 1. Open your browser, and go to http://www.cisco.com/. 2. Click Technical Support . 3. Click Product Support > Switches > Catalyst LAN and ATM Switches > 3550 Series Switches > Troubleshooting . 4. Click the subject that addresses the problem that you are experienc...
Page 23 - Obtaining Documentation; Ordering Documentation; Documentation Feedback
23 8 Obtaining Documentation Cisco documentation and additional literature are available on Cisco.com. Cisco also provides several ways to obtain technical assistance and other technical resources. These sections explain how to obtain technical information from Cisco Systems. Cisco.com You can acces...
Page 24 - Obtaining Technical Assistance; Cisco Technical Support Website
24 You can submit comments by using the response card (if present) behind the front cover of your document or by writing to the following address: Cisco SystemsAttn: Customer Document Ordering170 West Tasman DriveSan Jose, CA 95134-9883 We appreciate your comments. 9 Obtaining Technical Assistance F...
Page 25 - Submitting a Service Request; Definitions of Service Request Severity
25 Submitting a Service Request Using the online TAC Service Request Tool is the fastest way to open S3 and S4 service requests. (S3 and S4 service requests are those in which your network is minimally impaired or for which you require product information.) After you describe your situation, the TAC...
Page 26 - Obtaining Additional Publications and Information
26 Obtaining Additional Publications and Information Information about Cisco products, technologies, and network solutions is available from various online and printed sources. • Cisco Marketplace provides a variety of Cisco books, reference guides, and logo merchandise. Visit Cisco Marketplace, the...
Page 27 - Cisco Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty Terms
27 10 Cisco Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty Terms There are special terms applicable to your hardware warranty and various services that you can use during the warranty period. Your formal Warranty Statement, including the warranties and license agreements applicable to Cisco software, is availab...
