Enterasys-networks VH-2402S User Manual

9033644Vertical HorizonVH-2402SFAST ETHERNET SWITCHUSER GUIDE

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9033644 Table of Contents ixTABLE OF CONTENTSPREFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

x Table of Contents VH-2402SConnecting a Terminal to the Console Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Console Port (Out-of-Band) Connect

9033644 Preface xiPREFACEPurposeThis guide provides information about the features and applications of the Enterasys Networks Vertical Horizon VH-240

xii Preface VH-2402SOther ConventionsThis guide uses the following typographical conventions:• Initial Caps Menu titles and console menu selections.•

9033644 Product Overview 11. PRODUCT OVERVIEWThis chapter provides the following information:• Product Description• Features• Front and Rear Panel Co

2 Product Overview VH-2402Sto configure and control functions in the stack. The module also supports Remote Monitoring (RMON) for Statistics, History

9033644 Product Overview 3• Switch Architecture:- 3 controllers with 8 10/100 ports- IEEE 802.3u auto-negotiation of half/full-duplex operation on al

4 Product Overview VH-2402SFront PanelFigure 1-1 shows the front panel of the Enterasys Networks Vertical Horizon VH-2402S. Table 1-1 defines the VH-

9033644 Product Overview 5Optional ModulesFigure 1-2 shows the optional modules available for the Enterasys Networks Vertical Horizon VH-2402S. Table

6 Product Overview VH-2402SRear PanelFigure 1-3 shows the VH-2402S rear panel and Table 1-3 defines the rear panel components. Figure 1-3. VH-2402S

9033644 Product Overview 7Feature SummariesThe following summaries describe VH-2402S features in areas such as standards compliance, functionality, p

8 Product Overview VH-2402SSoftware Download The VH-2402S switch supports the industry-standard Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) for downloading

9033644 Product Overview 9• SNMP-based network manager, in-bandThe system can also be managed using SNMP, the most common protocol used today for net

10 Product Overview VH-2402SAuto-negotiationAuto-negotiation is a process that permits the switch to automatically select the operational modes of it

9033644 Product Overview 11Flow ControlFlow control allows you to manage network traffic during congestion periods and to prevent the loss of packets

12 Product Overview VH-2402SFactory DefaultsTable 1-4 lists the default settings for switch configuration parameters with the Management Module insta

9033644 Product Overview 13Virtual LANsAcceptable VLAN Frame Type AllConfigurable PVID Tagging YesGVRP DisabledUntagged VLAN Group Assignment 1VLAN I

14 Product Overview VH-2402SApplication ExamplesThe exploding popularity of the Internet and of corporate intranets, as well as new, high-bandwidth d

9033644 Product Overview 15Client/Server Network ApplicationTo improve workstation performance in a client/server environment, the VH-2402S switch ca

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16 Product Overview VH-2402SLocal Backbone ApplicationThe VH-2402S switch can be used in a local backbone application, connecting network segments to

9033644 Installation 172. INSTALLATIONInspecting Your ShipmentWhen you receive the shipment of your switch, check the package contents and make sure

18 Installation VH-2402S• EnvironmentalInstall the VH-2402S switch in a dry area, with adequate air circulation. Avoid placing the switch in direct s

9033644 Installation 19Mounting the Switch in a RackThe switch ships with two (2) multi-position mounting ears and four (4) mounting screws. Figure 2

20 Installation VH-2402SConnecting Switches to the Stack’s BackplaneThe optional Stacking Module ships with one 32 cm stacking cable. The 32 cm stack

9033644 Installation 21Installing an Optional Module into the SwitchOptional modules are available for media expansion, stacking and management. Thes

22 Installation VH-2402SConnecting a Terminal to the Console PortThe console port is a serial RS-232 interface port that enables a connection to a te

9033644 Installation 233. Connect the other end of the interface cable to a terminal (in some instances, an adapter may be required to make this conn

24 Installation VH-2402SManagement ModuleTable 2-2 provides information for the Management Module available for the VH-2402S.Table 2-2. Management M

9033644 Installation 25Powering the SwitchTo supply power to the switch, connect the power cord to the switch and to a grounded three-prong wall outl

Noticeii 9033644FCC NOTICEThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device ma

26 Installation VH-2402SNetwork Cable RequirementsCopperTable 2-3 specifies the cable types and length constraints for the various copper interfaces

9033644 Installation 27Table 2-6 specifies the fiber types, bandwidth requirements, and length constraints for the Gigabit Ethernet long-wavelength f

28 Installation VH-2402S100Base-FX/1000Base-SX/LX Fiber PortsThe 100Base-FX and 1000Base-SX/LX fiber ports use SC connectors. Figure 2-7 shows an SC

9033644 Technical Specifications 29APPENDIX A. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSGeneralStandards ComplianceIEEE 802.1D Transparent Bridging Specifications (IS

30 Technical Specifications VH-2402SElectrical SpecificationsInput voltage: 100-240 VACInput frequency: 50-60 HzMaximum power consumption: 80 VA Phy

9033644 Technical Specifications 31Port SpecificationsConsole PortTable A-1 shows the console port pin assignments.Table A-1. RS-232 Console Port Pi

32 Technical Specifications VH-2402SMDI/MDI-X Crossover Cable WiringFigure A-1 shows the wiring scheme for implementing a crossover cable if needed f

9033644 Technical Specifications 33Country-Specific RequirementsTable A-3 lists the power cord set requirements by country and identifies the accredi

34 Technical Specifications VH-2402SNote 2Flexible cord must be Type SV, SJ, SPT or equivalent, No. 18 AWG, 3-conductor. Wall plug must be a two-pole

9033644 Flow Control 35APPENDIX B. FLOW CONTROLFlow control is a mechanism which allows you to protect the switch from overload conditions and to kee

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36 Flow Control VH-2402S

9033644 Acronyms & Abbreviations 37APPENDIX C. ACRONYMS & ABBREVIATIONSTerm Definition10Base-T 10 Mbps twisted-pair Ethernet100Base-TX 100 Mb

38 Acronyms & Abbreviations VH-2402SSNMP Simple Network Management ProtocolTCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet ProtocolTFTP Trivial Fil

9033644 Index 1INDEX1000Base-LXcables, 27module defined, 61000Base-SXcables, 26module defined, 5100Base-FX modules defined, 510Base-T/100Base-TX ports

2 Index VH-2402SHhardware features, 3hardware tests, 25IID LCD defined, 4IEEE 802.1D, 7IEEE 802.1p, 11IEEE 802.1Q, 3, 11IEEE 802.3, 27IEEE 802.3x, 11

9033644 Index 3Ssafety compliance, 29SC ports, 28screws, mounting, 19SCSI II ports, 6serial portconnecting to, 22out-of-band management, 8pin assignm

4 Index VH-2402S

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