2H28-08R SmartSwitch 2208 User’s Guide 1-1
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the
2H28-08R SmartSwitch 2208 User’s Guide
.
This guide provides the necessary documentation to install and operate
the 2H28-08R SmartSwitch 2208 devices and provides information
concerning network requirements, troubleshooting, and the use of Local
Management.
1.1 USING THIS GUIDE
Read through this guide to completely understand the 2H28-08R
capabilities and Local Management functions. A general working
knowledge of Ethernet and IEEE 802.3 type data communications
networks and their physical layer components is helpful when using this
device.
1.2 STRUCTURE OF THIS GUIDE
This guide is organized as follows:
Chapter 1,
Introduction
, outlines the contents of this manual and briefly
describes the 2H28-08R features. Directions about how to obtain
additional help and a list of related manuals are also included.
Chapter 2,
Network Requirements
, explains the network requirements
that must be met before installing the 2H28-08R.
Chapter 3,
Installation
, provides instructions on how to install the
2H28-08R and connect segments to the device.
Chapter 4,
Troubleshooting
, describes the function of the LANVIEW
LEDs, which can help to quickly diagnose network/operational problems.
Chapter 5,
Local Management
, describes how to access and use Local
Management to configure and manage the 2H28-08R.
Appendix A,
Specifications
, contains information on functional and
operational specifications, connector pinouts, environmental
requirements, and physical properties.