Cisco OL-28309-01 - Manual

C H A P T E R 1 Product Overview The Catalyst 2960-X family of switches are Ethernet switches to which you can connect devices such asCisco IP Phones, Cisco Wireless Access Points, workstations, and other network devices such as servers,routers, and other switches. Some models of the switches suppor...

Description SupportedSoftwareImage Switch Model 48 10/100/1000 ports and 2 SFP+ module slots. LAN Base Catalyst 2960X-48TD-L 1 24 10/100/1000 ports and 2 SFP+ module slots. LAN Base Catalyst 2960X-24TD-L 1 48 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports (PoE budget of 740 W) and 4SFP 3 module slots. LAN Base Catalyst 296...

• Total power budget can be allocated among the ports On a per-port basis, you control whether or not a port automatically provides power when an IP phone or anaccess point is connected. The PoE ports use RJ-45 connectors with Ethernet pinouts. The maximum cable length is 328 feet (100 meters).The 1...

This illustration shows a 5-pin mini-Type B USB port. Figure 2: USB Mini-Type B Port With the Cisco Windows USB device driver, you can connect and disconnect the USB cable from the consoleport without affecting Windows HyperTerminal operations. The console output always goes to both the RJ-45 and th...

Table 2: Supported SFP Modules for the Catalyst 2960-X Switches Supported SFP Modules Switch Models GLC-BX-D=, GLC-BX-U=, GLC-GE-100FX=,GLC-LH-SMD=, GLC-SX-MMD=, GLC-EX-SMD=,GLC-ZX-SMD=, GLC-T=, GLC-LH-SM=,GLC-SX-MM=, GLC-ZX-SM=, CWDM-SFP-1470=,CWDM-SFP-1490=, CWDM-SFP-1510=,CWDM-SFP-1530=, CWDM-SFP...

4 RPS = redundant power system — only on switch models that support RPS. 5 Only on switch models that support PoE.6 Only on switch models that support stacking. System LED Table 3: System LED System Status Color System is not powered on. Off System is operating normally. Green POST in progress. Blin...

Table 5: Master LED Description Port Mode Switch is not the stack master. Off Switch is the stack master or a standalone switch. Green An error occurred when the stack was electing the stack master switch, or another type ofstack error occurred. Amber Port LEDs and Modes The port and module slots ea...

Meaning Port LED Color Port Mode 10/100/1000 ports SPEED Port is operating at 10 Mb/s. Off Port is operating at 100 Mb/s. Green Port is operating at 1000 Mb/s. Blinking green SFP module ports Port is operating at 10 Mb/s. Off Port is operating at 100 Mb/s. Green Port is operating at 1000 Mb/s. Blink...

This figure shows the LEDs on the first switch, which is stack member number 1. Figure 4: STACK LED Stack member 3 3 Stack member 1 1 Stack member 2 2 When you select the STACK LED, the respective STACK LEDs are green when the stack ports (on the switchrear panel) are up, and the respective Stack LE...

Description Color LED USB console port is active. When this LED is on, the RJ-45 console port LED is off. Green USB console port The port is not active, and the RJ-45 console port is active. Off Ethernet Management Port LED Table 9: Ethernet Management Port LED Description Color Active link to PC. G...

FlexStack-Plus Ports and LEDs The stacking-capable switch models support stacking with the optional stack kit. It has the FlexStack-Plusmodule (hot-swappable) that inserts in the slot located in the switch rear panel, and a 0.5-meter FlexStackcable to connect the FlexStack-Plus module ports. Figure ...

RPS Connector The Cisco RPS 2300 (model PWR-RPS2300) supports the Catalyst 2960-X switch. Attach only the following Cisco RPS model to the RPS receptacle: RPS2300. Statement 370 Warning Connect the switch and the redundant power system to different AC power sources. Use this cable for the RPS: CAB-R...

Cisco Network Assistant is a PC-based network management GUI application for LANs of small andmedium-sized businesses. You can use the GUI to configure and manage switch clusters or standaloneswitches. Cisco Network Assistant is available at no cost and can be downloaded from this URL: http:/ /www.c...

C H A P T E R 2 Switch Installation For initial switch setup, assigning the switch IP address, and powering on information, see the switch gettingstarted guide on Cisco.com. This chapter contains these topics: • Safety Warnings, page 19 • Box Contents, page 22 • Tools and Equipment, page 22 • Instal...

Voltages that present a shock hazard may exist on Power over Ethernet (PoE) circuits if interconnectionsare made using uninsulated exposed metal contacts, conductors, or terminals. Avoid using suchinterconnection methods, unless the exposed metal parts are located within a restricted access location...

◦ Access to the rear of the rack is sufficient for connecting FlexStack cables to stacked switches, orconnecting the optional Cisco Redundant Power Supply (RPS) 2300. • Cabling is away from sources of electrical noise, such as radios, power lines, and fluorescent lightingfixtures. Make sure that the...

Planning and Installing a Switch Stack (Optional) This section applies only to the Catalyst 2960-X stacking-capable switches. Note Stack Guidelines • Connect only Catalyst 2960-X or 2960-S switches in a mixed switch stack. You can only create mixed stacks with Catalyst 2960-X or 2960-S switches (up ...

Stack Cabling These figures show the switches stacked in a vertical rack or on a table. The connections are redundant. Figure 7: Stacking Switches with the 0.5-meter FlexStack Cable Figure 8: Stacking Switches with 0.5-meter and 3-meter FlexStack Cables Catalyst 2960-X Switch Hardware Installation G...

Stack Bandwidth and Partitioning Examples This figure shows a stack that provides full bandwidth with redundant connections. Figure 9: Stack with Full Bandwidth Connections This figure shows a stack with incomplete stack cabling connections. This stack provides only half bandwidthand does not have r...

This figure shows a stack with a bad link B. This stack partitions into two stacks, and switch 1 and switch 3are stack masters. Figure 12: Partitioned Stack with a Failover Condition Power-On Sequence for Switch Stacks Consider these guidelines before you power on the switches in a stack: • The sequ...

Mounting in a Rack Procedure Step 1 Use the four supplied Phillips machine screws to attach the brackets to the rack. Step 2 Use the black Phillips machine screw to attach the cable guide to the left or right bracket. Number-12 Phillips pan-head screws(48-0523-01) or Number-10 Phillips pan-headscrew...

Rear-mounting position 6 Front-mounting position 3 Wall-Mounting Read the wall-mounting instructions carefully before beginning installation. Failure to use the correcthardware or to follow the correct procedures could result in a hazardous situation to people and damageto the system. Statement 378 ...

Attaching the RPS Connector Cover If an RPS is not connected to the switch, install an RPS connector cover on the back of the switch. Statement265 Warning Procedure If you are not using an RPS with your switch, use the two Phillips pan-head screws to attach the RPS connectorcover to the back of the ...

Installing the Switch on a Table or Shelf Procedure Step 1 To install the switch on a table or shelf, locate the adhesive strip with the rubber feet in the mounting-kitenvelope. Step 2 Attach the four rubber feet to the four circular etches on the bottom of the chassis. Step 3 Place the switch on th...

Procedure Step 1 Remove the dust covers from the FlexStack cables, and store them for future use. Step 2 Insert one end of the FlexStack cable into the stack port of the first switch. Insert the other end of the cableinto the stack port on the other switch. Make sure that you insert the cables in co...

Installing the Power Cord Retainer (Optional) The power cord retainer is optional (part number [PWR-CLP=]). You can order it when you order your switch,or you can order it later from your Cisco representative. Procedure Step 1 Choose the sleeve size of the power cord retainer based on the thickness ...

Step 5 (Optional) Use the small sleeve for thin power cords. Use the small sleeve to provide greater stability for thincords. Detach the sleeve, and slide it over the power cord. Figure 21: Sleeve Around the Power Cord AC power cord 2 Sleeve for thin power cords 1 Step 6 Secure the AC power cord by ...

For information about installing, removing, cabling, and troubleshooting SFP modules, see the moduledocumentation that shipped with your device. Related Topics SFP and SFP+ Module Slots, on page 5 Installing an SFP or SFP+ Module Before You Begin When installing SFP or SFP+ modules, observe these gu...

Step 3 If the module has a bale-clasp latch, move it to the open, unlocked position. Step 4 Align the module in front of the slot opening, and push until you feel the connector snap into place. Step 5 If the module has a bale-clasp latch, close it. Step 6 For fiber-optic SFP or SFP+ modules, remove ...

Connecting to Fiber-Optic SFP and SFP+ Modules Class 1 laser product. Statement 1008 Warning Do not remove the rubber plugs from the SFP or SFP+ module port or the rubber caps from the fiber-opticcable until you are ready to connect the cable. The plugs and caps protect the SFP module ports and cabl...

If the LED is off, the target device might not be turned on, there might be a cable problem, or there might beproblem with the adapter installed in the target device. Related Topics SFP Module Connectors, on page 62 Connecting to 1000BASE-T SFP When connecting to a 1000BASE-T device, be sure to use ...

10/100/1000 Port Connections The switch 10/100/1000 port configuration changes to operate at the speed of the attached device. If theattached ports do not support autonegotiation, you can manually set the speed and duplex parameters.Connecting devices that do not autonegotiate or that have the speed...

C H A P T E R 3 Troubleshooting This chapter contains these topics: • Diagnosing Problems, page 49 • Clearing the Switch IP Address and Configuration, page 53 • Finding the Serial Number, page 54 • Replacing a Failed Stack Member, page 55 Diagnosing Problems The LEDs on the front panel provide troub...

Switch Connections Bad or Damaged Cable Always examine the cable for marginal damage or failure. A cable might be just good enough to connect atthe physical layer, but it could corrupt packets as a result of subtle damage to the wiring or connectors. Youcan identify this situation because the port h...

Interface Settings Verify that the interface is not disabled or powered off. If an interface is manually shut down on either sideof the link, it does not come up until you reenable the interface. Use the show interfaces privileged EXEC command to see if the interface is error-disabled, disabled, or ...

To troubleshoot autonegotiation problems, try manually setting both sides of the connection. If this does notsolve the problem, there could be a problem with the firmware or software on your NIC. You can resolve thisby upgrading the NIC driver to the latest version. Cabling Distance If the port stat...

Finding the Serial Number If you contact Cisco Technical Assistance, you need to know the switch serial number. You can also use the show version privileged EXEC command to see the switch serial number. Figure 26: Serial Number Location for the Catalyst 2960-X Switches Figure 27: Serial Number Locat...

Replacing a Failed Stack Member Procedure Step 1 Get a replacement switch that has the same model number as the failed switch. Step 2 Power down the failed switch. Step 3 Make sure that the replacement switch is off and that the FlexStack-Plus module is installed. Step 4 Connect the switch to the st...

A P P E N D I X A Technical Specifications This appendix contains these topics: • Environmental Specifications, page 57 • Specifications for the Catalyst 2960-X Switches, page 57 Environmental Specifications This table describes the environmental specifications. Table 13: Environmental Specification...

A P P E N D I X B Connector and Cable Specifications This appendix contains these topics: • Connector Specifications, page 61 • Cables and Adapters, page 63 Connector Specifications 10/100/1000 Ports (Including PoE) All 10/100/1000 ports use standard RJ-45 connectors and Ethernet pinouts. Figure 28:...

SFP Module Connectors Figure 29: Duplex LC Cable Connector Figure 30: Simplex LC Cable Connector Figure 31: Copper SFP Module RJ-45 Connector Catalyst 2960-X Switch Hardware Installation Guide 62 OL-28309-01 Connector and Cable Specifications SFP Module Connectors

Cables and Adapters SFP Module Cables Each port must match the wave-length specifications on the other end of the cable, and the cable must notexceed the stipulated cable length. Copper 1000BASE-T SFP module transceivers use standard four twisted-pair,Category 5 cable at lengths up to 328 feet (100 ...

Cable Pinouts Figure 32: Four Twisted-Pair Straight-Through Cable Schematic Figure 33: Four Twisted-Pair Crossover Cable Schematic Figure 34: Two Twisted-Pair Straight-Through Cable Schematic Figure 35: Two Twisted-Pair Crossover Cable Schematic Catalyst 2960-X Switch Hardware Installation Guide 66 ...

Figure 36: Identifying a Crossover Cable Console Port Adapter Pinouts The RS-232 console port uses an 8-pin RJ-45 connector. Use an RJ-45-to-DB-9 adapter cable to connect theswitch console port to a console PC. You need to provide a RJ-45-to-DB-25 female DTE adapter to connectthe switch console port...

A P P E N D I X C Configuring the Switch with the CLI-Based SetupProgram This appendix contains these topics: • Accessing the CLI Through Express Setup, page 69 • Accessing the CLI Through the Console Port, page 69 • Entering the Initial Configuration Information, page 75 Accessing the CLI Through E...

If you have stacked your switches, connect to the console port of one of the switches in the stack. Youcan initially configure the entire stack from any member switch. Note Connecting the RJ-45 Console Port Procedure Step 1 Connect the RJ-45-to-DB-9 adapter cable to the 9-pin serial port on the PC. ...

Connecting the USB Console Port Procedure Step 1 If you are connecting the switch USB console port to a Windows-based PC for the first time, install the USBdriver. See Installing the Cisco Microsoft Windows USB Device Driver, on page 72 . Figure 37: Connecting the USB Console Cable to the Switch USB...

9600 baud • • 8 data bits • 1 stop bit • No parity • None (flow control) Step 5 Power on the switch as described in the switch getting started guide. Step 6 The PC or terminal displays the bootloader sequence. Press Enter to display the setup prompt. Follow the steps in the Setup program. Installing...

Installing the Cisco Microsoft Windows 2000 USB Driver Procedure Step 1 Obtain the Cisco USB console driver file from the Cisco.com web site and unzip it. You can download the driver file from the Cisco.com site for downloading the switch software. Note Step 2 Double-click the setup.exe file. Step 3...

Step 5 When the InstallShield Wizard Completed window appears, click Finish. Entering the Initial Configuration Information To set up the switch, you need to complete the setup program, which runs automatically after the switch ispowered on. You must assign an IP address and other configuration info...