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v1.0, November 2007
About This Manual
The NETGEAR
®
Managed Layer 2 Switches GSM7224R and GSM7248R Hardware Installation
Guide describes how to install, configure, and troubleshoot the ProSafe™ 24-Port L2 Managed
Switch with Static Routing GSM7224R and the ProSafe™ 48-Port L2 Managed Switch with Static
Routing GSM7248R. 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:
• Formats. This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages:
Italic Emphasis, books, CDs
italic URL links
Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.
Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources.
Warning: Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the
equipment.