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... Package Contents 5 Front Panel Indicators 6 Power (POWER) LED 6 10/100/1000 Ports Link/Activity (SPD/LNK/ACT) LED 6 10/100/1000 Ports Duplex Mode/Collisions (FDX/HDX) LED 6 Connecting Devices 8 RJ-45 Switch Ports 8 SFP Port 8 Connecting Switches to Each Other 8 Connecting Switches to Systems 9 Class-of-Service 9 Mounting Kit Instructions 10 Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface 10 Installing the Switch in a Rack 10 Installing the Switch on a Wall 11 Technical Information 12 2 Troubleshooting 3 Getting Help Technical Assistance 17...
... Package Contents 5 Front Panel Indicators 6 Power (POWER) LED 6 10/100/1000 Ports Link/Activity (SPD/LNK/ACT) LED 6 10/100/1000 Ports Duplex Mode/Collisions (FDX/HDX) LED 6 Connecting Devices 8 RJ-45 Switch Ports 8 SFP Port 8 Connecting Switches to Each Other 8 Connecting Switches to Systems 9 Class-of-Service 9 Mounting Kit Instructions 10 Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface 10 Installing the Switch in a Rack 10 Installing the Switch on a Wall 11 Technical Information 12 2 Troubleshooting 3 Getting Help Technical Assistance 17...
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... 19-inch rack installation • Kit for speed and full- and half-duplex mode on all ports • Backpressure flow control in half-duplex operation • Collision detection on all ports • Auto MDI/MDIX • 4K MAC address entries supported • Comprehensive LED indicator panel to monitor overall switching condition • 19-inch rackmountable and wallmountable, standard 1U chassis • Internal power supply Package Contents Before you install a switch, verify...
... 19-inch rack installation • Kit for speed and full- and half-duplex mode on all ports • Backpressure flow control in half-duplex operation • Collision detection on all ports • Auto MDI/MDIX • 4K MAC address entries supported • Comprehensive LED indicator panel to monitor overall switching condition • 19-inch rackmountable and wallmountable, standard 1U chassis • Internal power supply Package Contents Before you install a switch, verify...
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Power (POWER) LED • Green - www.dell.com | support.dell.com Front Panel Indicators All 26xx switches contain two rows of LEDS that provide information about connection speed, data activity, and duplex operation mode. The switch is powered on . 10/100/1000 Ports Link/Activity (SPD/LNK/ACT) LED • Steady green - A 1000-Mbps link has been established and data is being transmitted or received. • Steady amber - A 10-Mbps or 100-Mbps link has been established...
Power (POWER) LED • Green - www.dell.com | support.dell.com Front Panel Indicators All 26xx switches contain two rows of LEDS that provide information about connection speed, data activity, and duplex operation mode. The switch is powered on . 10/100/1000 Ports Link/Activity (SPD/LNK/ACT) LED • Steady green - A 1000-Mbps link has been established and data is being transmitted or received. • Steady amber - A 10-Mbps or 100-Mbps link has been established...
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... away. However, using the SFP port disables the RJ-45 connector of port 24 on the front panel of the switch. PowerConnect 2624 power LED FDX/HDX LEDs SPD/LNK/ACT LEDs RJ-45 ports Connecting Devices SFP port RJ-45 Switch Ports RJ-45 connectors are located on the switch. These switching ports allow users to connect the switches to Each Other Each port supports Auto MDI and MDIX functionality. and half-duplex modes automatically. All ports can negotiate...
... away. However, using the SFP port disables the RJ-45 connector of port 24 on the front panel of the switch. PowerConnect 2624 power LED FDX/HDX LEDs SPD/LNK/ACT LEDs RJ-45 ports Connecting Devices SFP port RJ-45 Switch Ports RJ-45 connectors are located on the switch. These switching ports allow users to connect the switches to Each Other Each port supports Auto MDI and MDIX functionality. and half-duplex modes automatically. All ports can negotiate...
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... LAN adapter on the switch automatically negotiate speed and whether to connect the network device. Class-of cable used to connect PCs as well as other networking devices like hubs or routers to connect switches can create a loop and cause collisions. NOTE: Do not connect two switches together with more than one cable. All the RJ-45 ports support Auto MDI/MDIX and therefore automatically detect the type of -Service The switch supports tag...
... LAN adapter on the switch automatically negotiate speed and whether to connect the network device. Class-of cable used to connect PCs as well as other networking devices like hubs or routers to connect switches can create a loop and cause collisions. NOTE: Do not connect two switches together with more than one cable. All the RJ-45 ports support Auto MDI/MDIX and therefore automatically detect the type of -Service The switch supports tag...
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... the back for power cable clearance. 2 Attach rubber feet on each side of the switch (see Figure 1-5). 10 Introduction Installing the Switch in Dell PowerEdge™ racks, which are recommended to cable connectors. It can also be adequate space around the switch for ventilation and access to keep the switch from slipping. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Mounting Kit Instructions These switches come with mounting brackets and screws for...
... the back for power cable clearance. 2 Attach rubber feet on each side of the switch (see Figure 1-5). 10 Introduction Installing the Switch in Dell PowerEdge™ racks, which are recommended to cable connectors. It can also be adequate space around the switch for ventilation and access to keep the switch from slipping. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Mounting Kit Instructions These switches come with mounting brackets and screws for...
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... appear to the switch and use a shorter cable. 16 Troubleshooting www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 2-1. speed than expected. Move the connected device closer to be damaged. 10Base-T, 100Base-T, and 1000Base-T cables have limitations for link lengths. Ensure that the connectors are configured to the switch or the attached device. Bad switch port. Basic Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Probable Cause Link LED is not securely connected to automatically detect and set port speed and duplex settings. Ensure that...
... appear to the switch and use a shorter cable. 16 Troubleshooting www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 2-1. speed than expected. Move the connected device closer to be damaged. 10Base-T, 100Base-T, and 1000Base-T cables have limitations for link lengths. Ensure that the connectors are configured to the switch or the attached device. Bad switch port. Basic Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Probable Cause Link LED is not securely connected to automatically detect and set port speed and duplex settings. Ensure that...
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... the port. decrease the number of users on the No action required. Troubleshooting 17 The LED blinks only when traffic is no Ethernet traffic on the link. The attached device is lighted and the Mismatched duplex mode. This can be normal link activity. Table 2-1. Link LED is operating properly. FDX/HDX LED blinks frequently. There is being passed to or sent from a device that any devices connected to the switch are set...
... the port. decrease the number of users on the No action required. Troubleshooting 17 The LED blinks only when traffic is no Ethernet traffic on the link. The attached device is lighted and the Mismatched duplex mode. This can be normal link activity. Table 2-1. Link LED is operating properly. FDX/HDX LED blinks frequently. There is being passed to or sent from a device that any devices connected to the switch are set...
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....dell.com (Europe only) Getting Help 17 Online Services You can contact Dell electronically using the technical support service, see "Online Services." Call your Express Service Code to access help with any necessary procedures. NOTE: Call technical support from a phone near or at support.dell.com. For instructions on availability. You can access Dell Support at the system so that technical support can assist you with installation and troubleshooting procedures. NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code...
....dell.com (Europe only) Getting Help 17 Online Services You can contact Dell electronically using the technical support service, see "Online Services." Call your Express Service Code to access help with any necessary procedures. NOTE: Call technical support from a phone near or at support.dell.com. For instructions on availability. You can access Dell Support at the system so that technical support can assist you with installation and troubleshooting procedures. NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code...
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.... Automated Order-Status Service To check on your order. www.dell.com | support.dell.com www.dell.com/la (Latin American countries) www.dell.ca (Canada only) • Anonymous file transfer protocol (FTP) ftp.dell.com/ Log in as user:anonymous, and use your e-mail address as your password. • Electronic Support Service support@us.dell.com apsupport@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only) support.jp.dell.com (Japan only) support.euro.dell.com (Europe only) • Electronic Quote Service sales@dell.com apmarketing@dell.com (Asian...
.... Automated Order-Status Service To check on your order. www.dell.com | support.dell.com www.dell.com/la (Latin American countries) www.dell.ca (Canada only) • Anonymous file transfer protocol (FTP) ftp.dell.com/ Log in as user:anonymous, and use your e-mail address as your password. • Electronic Support Service support@us.dell.com apsupport@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only) support.jp.dell.com (Japan only) support.euro.dell.com (Europe only) • Electronic Quote Service sales@dell.com apmarketing@dell.com (Asian...
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... specific web addresses for important safety information. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Returns that the system documentation is available. CAUTION: Before servicing any of the preceding requirements will be asked to type some commands at the keyboard, relay detailed information during operations, or try other troubleshooting steps possible only at our receiving dock and returned to you can access the following table. Contacting Dell To...
... specific web addresses for important safety information. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Returns that the system documentation is available. CAUTION: Before servicing any of the preceding requirements will be asked to type some commands at the keyboard, relay detailed information during operations, or try other troubleshooting steps possible only at our receiving dock and returned to you can access the following table. Contacting Dell To...
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... Address Brazil Website: www.dell.com/br International Access Code: 00 Customer Support, Technical Support Country Code: 55 Tech Support Fax City Code: 51 Customer Care Fax Sales British Virgin Islands General Support Brunei Customer Technical Support (Penang, Malaysia) Country Code: 673 Customer Service (Penang, Malaysia) Transaction Sales (Penang, Malaysia) Canada (North York, Ontario) Online Order Status: www.dell.ca/ostatus International Access Code: 011 AutoTech (automated technical support...
... Address Brazil Website: www.dell.com/br International Access Code: 00 Customer Support, Technical Support Country Code: 55 Tech Support Fax City Code: 51 Customer Care Fax Sales British Virgin Islands General Support Brunei Customer Technical Support (Penang, Malaysia) Country Code: 673 Customer Service (Penang, Malaysia) Transaction Sales (Penang, Malaysia) Canada (North York, Ontario) Online Order Status: www.dell.ca/ostatus International Access Code: 011 AutoTech (automated technical support...
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... Republic (Prague) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 420 City Code: 2 Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Tech Support website: support.ap.dell.com/china Tech Support E-mail: cn_support@dell.com Tech Support Fax Home and Small Business Technical Support Corporate Accounts Technical Support Customer Experience Home and Small Business Preferred Accounts Division Large Corporate Accounts GCP Large Corporate Accounts Key Accounts Large Corporate...
... Republic (Prague) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 420 City Code: 2 Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Tech Support website: support.ap.dell.com/china Tech Support E-mail: cn_support@dell.com Tech Support Fax Home and Small Business Technical Support Corporate Accounts Technical Support Customer Experience Home and Small Business Preferred Accounts Division Large Corporate Accounts GCP Large Corporate Accounts Key Accounts Large Corporate...
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... Switchboard (Home/Small Business) Dominica General Support Dominican Republic General Support Ecuador General Support El Salvador General Support Finland (Helsinki) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 990 E-mail: fin_support@dell.com Country Code: 358 City Code: 9 E-mail Support (servers): Nordic_support@dell.com Technical Support Technical Support Fax Relational Customer Care Home/Small Business Customer Care Fax Switchboard Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers 7023 0182 7023 0184 3287 5505...
... Switchboard (Home/Small Business) Dominica General Support Dominican Republic General Support Ecuador General Support El Salvador General Support Finland (Helsinki) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 990 E-mail: fin_support@dell.com Country Code: 358 City Code: 9 E-mail Support (servers): Nordic_support@dell.com Technical Support Technical Support Fax Relational Customer Care Home/Small Business Customer Care Fax Switchboard Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers 7023 0182 7023 0184 3287 5505...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Greece Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/gr/en/emaildell/ Country Code: 30 Technical Support Gold Technical Support Switchboard Sales Fax Grenada General Support Guatemala General Support Guyana General Support Hong Kong Website: support.ap.dell.com International Access Code: 001 E-mail: ap_support@dell.com Country Code: 852 Technical Support (Dimension™ ...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Greece Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/gr/en/emaildell/ Country Code: 30 Technical Support Gold Technical Support Switchboard Sales Fax Grenada General Support Guatemala General Support Guyana General Support Hong Kong Website: support.ap.dell.com International Access Code: 001 E-mail: ap_support@dell.com Country Code: 852 Technical Support (Dimension™ ...
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Technical Support (dial within Jamaica only) Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers 1850 543 543 0870 908 0800 01 204 4014 01 204 4014 0870... Access Code Country Code City Code Ireland (Cherrywood) International Access Code: 16 Country Code: 353 City Code: 1 Italy (Milan) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 39 City Code: 02 Jamaica Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: dell_direct_support@dell.com Technical Support U.K. only) Fax/SalesFax Switchboard Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/it...
Technical Support (dial within Jamaica only) Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers 1850 543 543 0870 908 0800 01 204 4014 01 204 4014 0870... Access Code Country Code City Code Ireland (Cherrywood) International Access Code: 16 Country Code: 353 City Code: 1 Italy (Milan) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 39 City Code: 02 Jamaica Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: dell_direct_support@dell.com Technical Support U.K. only) Fax/SalesFax Switchboard Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/it...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Japan (Kawasaki) Website: support.jp.dell.com International Access Code: 001 Technical Support (servers) Country Code: 81 Technical Support outside of Japan (servers) City Code: 44 Technical Support (Dimension™ and Inspiron™) Technical Support outside of Japan (Dimension and Inspiron) Technical Support (Dell Precision™, OptiPlex™, and Latitude™) Technical Support outside...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Japan (Kawasaki) Website: support.jp.dell.com International Access Code: 001 Technical Support (servers) Country Code: 81 Technical Support outside of Japan (servers) City Code: 44 Technical Support (Dimension™ and Inspiron™) Technical Support outside of Japan (Dimension and Inspiron) Technical Support (Dell Precision™, OptiPlex™, and Latitude™) Technical Support outside...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Netherlands Antilles Netherlands (Amsterdam) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 31 City Code: 20 New Zealand International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 64 Nicaragua Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address General Support Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail (Technical Support): (Enterprise): nl_server_support@dell.com (Latitude): nl_latitude_support@dell.com (Inspiron): nl_inspiron_support@dell.com (Dimension): nl_dimension_support@dell.com (OptiPlex): ...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Netherlands Antilles Netherlands (Amsterdam) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 31 City Code: 20 New Zealand International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 64 Nicaragua Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address General Support Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail (Technical Support): (Enterprise): nl_server_support@dell.com (Latitude): nl_latitude_support@dell.com (Inspiron): nl_inspiron_support@dell.com (Dimension): nl_dimension_support@dell.com (OptiPlex): ...
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... Countries Customer Technical Support, Customer Service, and Sales (Penang, Malaysia) Spain (Madrid) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/es/es/emaildell/ Country Code: 34 Home and Small Business City Code: 91 Technical Support Customer Care Sales Switchboard Fax Corporate Technical Support Customer Care Switchboard Fax Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers 1-800-882-1521 toll-free: 1-877-270-4609...
... Countries Customer Technical Support, Customer Service, and Sales (Penang, Malaysia) Spain (Madrid) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/es/es/emaildell/ Country Code: 34 Home and Small Business City Code: 91 Technical Support Customer Care Sales Switchboard Fax Corporate Technical Support Customer Care Switchboard Fax Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers 1-800-882-1521 toll-free: 1-877-270-4609...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Turks and Caicos Islands U.K. (Bracknell) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 44 City Code: 1344 Uruguay Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers General Support toll-free: 1-866-540-3355 Website: support.euro.dell.com Customer Care website: support.euro.dell.com/uk/en/ECare/Form/Home.asp E-mail: dell_direct_support@dell.com Technical Support (Corporate/Preferred...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Turks and Caicos Islands U.K. (Bracknell) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 44 City Code: 1344 Uruguay Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers General Support toll-free: 1-866-540-3355 Website: support.euro.dell.com Customer Care website: support.euro.dell.com/uk/en/ECare/Form/Home.asp E-mail: dell_direct_support@dell.com Technical Support (Corporate/Preferred...