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v1.0, January 2010
About This Manual
The NETGEAR
®
ProSafe
TM
GS108T Hardware Installation Guide describes how to install and
power on the GS108T Smart Switch. The information in this manual is intended for readers with
intermediate computer and Internet skills.
Conventions, Formats and Scope
The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs:
• Typographical Conventions. This manual uses the following typographical conventions:
Italic Emphasis, books, CDs, file and server names, extensions
Bold User input, IP addresses, GUI screen text
Fixed Command prompt, CLI text, code
italic URL links
• Formats. This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages:
Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources.
Warning: Ignoring this type of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the
equipment.
Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.