Enterasys-networks VH-4802 User Manual

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9033630 Table of Contents ixTABLE OF CONTENTSPREFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

x Table of Contents VH-4802Remote Management via the Console Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22In-Band Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9033630 Preface xiPREFACEPurposeThis guide provides information about the features and applications of the Enterasys Networks Vertical Horizon VH-480

xii Preface VH-4802Other ConventionsThis guide uses the following typographical conventions:• Initial Caps Menu titles and console menu selections.•

9033630 Product Overview 11. PRODUCT OVERVIEWThis chapter provides the following information:• Product Description• Features• Front and Rear Panel Co

2 Product Overview VH-4802The VH-4802 switch is desktop or rack-mountable. LEDs on the front panel provide information about the operating status of

9033630 Product Overview 3• Network Management:- SNMP compliant agent: MIB II (RFC 1213); Bridge MIB (RFC 1493); Ethernet-like MIB (RFC 1643); RMON -

4 Product Overview VH-4802Front PanelFigure 1-1 shows the front panel of the Enterasys Networks Vertical Horizon VH-4802. Table 1-1 defines the VH-48

9033630 Product Overview 5Optional ModulesFigure 1-2 shows the optional modules available for the Enterasys Networks Vertical Horizon VH-4802. Table

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6 Product Overview VH-4802Rear PanelFigure 1-3 shows the VH-4802 rear panel and Table 1-3 defines the rear panel components. Figure 1-3. VH-4802 Rea

9033630 Product Overview 7Feature SummariesThe following summaries describe VH-4802 features in areas such as standards compliance, functionality, pe

8 Product Overview VH-4802Software Download The VH-4802 switch supports the industry-standard Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) for downloading s

9033630 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-4802Auto-negotiationAuto-negotiation is a process that permits the switch to automatically select the operational modes of its

9033630 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-4802Factory DefaultsTable 1-4 lists the default settings for switch configuration parameters. Each parameter can be changed vi

9033630 Product Overview 13Virtual LANsAcceptable VLAN Frame Type AllConfigurable PVID Tagging YesGVRP DisabledUntagged VLAN Group Assignment 1VLAN I

14 Product Overview VH-4802Application ExamplesThe exploding popularity of the Internet and of corporate intranets, as well as new, high-bandwidth de

9033630 Product Overview 15Client/Server Network ApplicationTo improve workstation performance in a client/server environment, the VH-4802 switch can

Notice9033630 iNOTICEEnterasys Networks reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without

16 Product Overview VH-4802Local Backbone ApplicationThe VH-4802 switch can be used in a local backbone application, connecting network segments toge

9033630 Installation 172. INSTALLATIONInspecting Your ShipmentWhen you receive the shipment of your switch, check the package contents and make sure

18 Installation VH-4802• EnvironmentalInstall the VH-4802 switch in a dry area, with adequate air circulation. Avoid placing the switch in direct sun

9033630 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-4802Installing an Optional Module into the SwitchOptional modules are available for media expansion. These modules can be installe

9033630 Installation 21Connecting a Terminal to the Console PortThe console port is a serial RS-232 interface port that enables a connection to a ter

22 Installation VH-48023. Connect the other end of the interface cable to a terminal (in some instances, an adapter may be required to make this conn

9033630 Installation 23Powering the SwitchTo supply power to the switch, connect the power cord to the switch and to a grounded three-prong wall outl

24 Installation VH-4802Network Cable RequirementsCopperFigure 2-1 specifies the cable types and length constraints for the various copper interfaces

9033630 Installation 25Figure 2-4 specifies the fiber types, bandwidth requirements, and length constraints for the Gigabit Ethernet long-wavelength

Noticeii 9033630FCC 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-4802100Base-FX/1000Base-SX/LX Fiber PortsThe 100Base-FX and 1000Base-SX/LX fiber ports use SC connectors. Figure 2-6 shows an SC f

9033630 Technical Specifications 27APPENDIX A. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSGeneralStandards ComplianceIEEE 802.1D Transparent Bridging Specifications (IS

28 Technical Specifications VH-4802Electrical SpecificationsInput voltage: 100-240 VACInput frequency: 50-60 HzMaximum power consumption: 90 VA Phys

9033630 Technical Specifications 29Port SpecificationsConsole PortTable A-1 shows the console port pin assignments.Table A-1. RS-232 Console Port Pi

30 Technical Specifications VH-4802MDI/MDI-X Crossover Cable WiringFigure A-1 shows the wiring scheme for implementing a crossover cable if needed fo

9033630 Technical Specifications 31Country-Specific RequirementsTable A-3 lists the power cord set requirements by country and identifies the accredi

32 Technical Specifications VH-4802Note 2Flexible cord must be Type SV, SJ, SPT or equivalent, No. 18 AWG, 3-conductor. Wall plug must be a two-pole

9033630 Flow Control 33APPENDIX B. FLOW CONTROLFlow control is a mechanism which allows you to protect the switch from overload conditions and to kee

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9033630 Acronyms & Abbreviations 35APPENDIX C. ACRONYMS & ABBREVIATIONSTerm Definition10Base-T 10 Mbps twisted-pair Ethernet100Base-TX 100 Mb

Notice9033630 iii• 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (FDA). • IEC Publication 825 (International Electrotechnica

36 Acronyms & Abbreviations VH-4802SNMP Simple Network Management ProtocolTCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet ProtocolTFTP Trivial File

9033630 Index 1INDEX1000Base-LXcables, 25module defined, 51000Base-SXcables, 24module defined, 5100Base-FX modules defined, 510Base-T/100Base-TX ports

2 Index VH-4802IIEEE 802.1D, 7IEEE 802.1p, 11IEEE 802.1Q, 3, 11IEEE 802.3, 25IEEE 802.3x, 11, 33in-band configuration, 8in-band connection, 22indicat

9033520 Index 3serial portconnecting to, 21out-of-band management, 8pin assignments, 29short-wavelength fiber interface, 24single-mode fiber, 24, 26s

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