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Contents
GS716T/GS724T Hardware Installation Guide
About This Manual
Conventions, Formats and Scope ..................................................................................... v
Revision History ................................................................................................................ vi
Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview .........................................................................................................................1-1
Features .........................................................................................................................1-2
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................1-3
Chapter 2
Physical Description
GS716T Front and Back Panel Configuration ................................................................2-5
GS724T Front and Back Panel Configuration ................................................................2-6
LED Designations ...........................................................................................................2-7
Port LEDs .................................................................................................................2-7
System LEDs ...........................................................................................................2-8
Device Hardware Interfaces ...........................................................................................2-8
RJ-45 Ports ..............................................................................................................2-8
SFP GBIC Module ....................................................................................................2-9
Factory Defaults Button ............................................................................................2-9
Chapter 3
Applications
Desktop Switching ........................................................................................................3-11
Chapter 4
Installation
Step 1: Preparing the Site ............................................................................................4-13
Step 2: Installing the Switch .........................................................................................4-14
Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface ...................................................................4-14
Installing the Switch in a Rack ...............................................................................4-14