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...) ...7 Chapter 2 Hardware Description and Connection 9 2.1 Rear Panel ...9 2.1.1 Rear Panel Power Connection 9 2.2 Front Panel ...9 2.2.1 RJ-45 Auto-negotiating Ports 10 2.2.2 IEEE 802.3az EEE ...10 2.2.3 SFP Slots (GS1100-24 Only 10 2.2.4 Front Panel Connections ...12 2.2.5 Front Panel LEDs ...12 2.3 Hardware Installation ...14 2.3.1 Wall Mounting ...14 2.3.2 Rack Mounting ...15 2.3.3 Mounting the Switch on a Rack 16 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting...19 3.1 Improper Network Cabling and Topology 20 Appendix A Legal Information...21 Index ...23 GS1100 Series User's Guide 3
...) ...7 Chapter 2 Hardware Description and Connection 9 2.1 Rear Panel ...9 2.1.1 Rear Panel Power Connection 9 2.2 Front Panel ...9 2.2.1 RJ-45 Auto-negotiating Ports 10 2.2.2 IEEE 802.3az EEE ...10 2.2.3 SFP Slots (GS1100-24 Only 10 2.2.4 Front Panel Connections ...12 2.2.5 Front Panel LEDs ...12 2.3 Hardware Installation ...14 2.3.1 Wall Mounting ...14 2.3.2 Rack Mounting ...15 2.3.3 Mounting the Switch on a Rack 16 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting...19 3.1 Improper Network Cabling and Topology 20 Appendix A Legal Information...21 Index ...23 GS1100 Series User's Guide 3
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... algorithm that can be used to backbone Ethernet switches. GS1100 Series User's Guide 5 The Switch is fanless and designed for workgroups, departments or backbone computing environments for uplink connection. The GS1100-24 has two SFP slots for small businesses. It can supply power to the connected PoE powered devices. This User's Guide covers the following models: GS1100-8HP, GS1100-16, GS1100-24, and GS110024E. CHAPTER 1 Getting to received packets. Use SFP transceivers in compliance...
... algorithm that can be used to backbone Ethernet switches. GS1100 Series User's Guide 5 The Switch is fanless and designed for workgroups, departments or backbone computing environments for uplink connection. The GS1100-24 has two SFP slots for small businesses. It can supply power to the connected PoE powered devices. This User's Guide covers the following models: GS1100-8HP, GS1100-16, GS1100-24, and GS110024E. CHAPTER 1 Getting to received packets. Use SFP transceivers in compliance...
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... and IEEE 802.3at PoE standards (only GS1100-8HP) • Full wire speed forwarding rate. • Supports 802.1p CoS. • Embedded 8K MAC address table providing 8000 MAC addresses entries. 1.3 Applications This section provides two network topology examples in which the Switch is used. 6 GS1100 Series User's Guide Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Switch Figure 1 Front Panel GS1100-8HP GS1100-16 GS1100-24 GS1100-24E 1.2 Features The following are the essential...
... and IEEE 802.3at PoE standards (only GS1100-8HP) • Full wire speed forwarding rate. • Supports 802.1p CoS. • Embedded 8K MAC address table providing 8000 MAC addresses entries. 1.3 Applications This section provides two network topology examples in which the Switch is used. 6 GS1100 Series User's Guide Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Switch Figure 1 Front Panel GS1100-8HP GS1100-16 GS1100-24 GS1100-24E 1.2 Features The following are the essential...
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... as switches, routers, computers, print servers etc. The two networks (RD and Sales), the standalone server and the computers can share high-speed applications on the server. Figure 2 Standalone Workgroup Example 1.3.2 Bridging With its large address table and high performance, the Switch is available for a group of the Switch in the near future. GS1100 Series User's Guide 7 The following figure depicts a typical segment bridge application of heavy traffic users...
... as switches, routers, computers, print servers etc. The two networks (RD and Sales), the standalone server and the computers can share high-speed applications on the server. Figure 2 Standalone Workgroup Example 1.3.2 Bridging With its large address table and high performance, the Switch is available for a group of the Switch in the near future. GS1100 Series User's Guide 7 The following figure depicts a typical segment bridge application of heavy traffic users...
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Aside from the Switch. In the figure below, the IP camera and IP phone get their power directly from minimizing the need for cables and wires, PoE removes the hassle of up to the total PoE power budget per Switch. Figure 4 Powered Device Examples 8 GS1100 Series User's Guide Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Switch Ports 1 to 4 on the GS1100-8HP are IEEE 802.3at High Power over Ethernet) so that it can supply power of trying...
Aside from the Switch. In the figure below, the IP camera and IP phone get their power directly from minimizing the need for cables and wires, PoE removes the hassle of up to the total PoE power budget per Switch. Figure 4 Powered Device Examples 8 GS1100 Series User's Guide Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Switch Ports 1 to 4 on the GS1100-8HP are IEEE 802.3at High Power over Ethernet) so that it can supply power of trying...
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... Panel GS1100-8HP GS1100-16 GS1100-24 GS1100-24E 2.1.1 Rear Panel Power Connection Connect one end of the supplied power cord or power adaptor to the power receptacle on or off. 2.2 Front Panel The front panel of the Switch includes the auto-negotiating 10 Base-T/100 Base-TX/1000 Base-T RJ-45 ports and the LEDs. GS1100 Series User's Guide 9 For the GS1100-8HP, GS1100-16 and GS1100-24E, use the POWER ON/OFF switch...
... Panel GS1100-8HP GS1100-16 GS1100-24 GS1100-24E 2.1.1 Rear Panel Power Connection Connect one end of the supplied power cord or power adaptor to the power receptacle on or off. 2.2 Front Panel The front panel of the Switch includes the auto-negotiating 10 Base-T/100 Base-TX/1000 Base-T RJ-45 ports and the LEDs. GS1100 Series User's Guide 9 For the GS1100-8HP, GS1100-16 and GS1100-24E, use the POWER ON/OFF switch...
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... Switch. An auto-negotiating port can use transceivers that connect to the Switch doesn't support EEE, EEE may not work in the IEEE 802.3az EEE ON/OFF button on the EEE feature. EEE is configured on a per second (Gbps) 2.2.3.1 Transceiver Installation Use the following steps to turn on the front panel to install a SFP module. 1 Insert the transceiver into power saving mode and switch off part of the connected device. Disable...
... Switch. An auto-negotiating port can use transceivers that connect to the Switch doesn't support EEE, EEE may not work in the IEEE 802.3az EEE ON/OFF button on the EEE feature. EEE is configured on a per second (Gbps) 2.2.3.1 Transceiver Installation Use the following steps to turn on the front panel to install a SFP module. 1 Insert the transceiver into power saving mode and switch off part of the connected device. Disable...
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... Cables 2.2.3.2 Transceiver Removal Use the following steps to verify that it clicks into place. 3 The Switch automatically detects the installed transceiver. Figure 8 Removing the Fiber Optic Cables Figure 9 Opening the Transceiver's Latch Example GS1100 Series User's Guide 11 Chapter 2 Hardware Description and Connection 2 Press the transceiver firmly until it is functioning properly. 4 Close the transceiver's latch (latch styles vary). 5 Connect the fiber optic cables to the transceiver. Check the LEDs...
... Cables 2.2.3.2 Transceiver Removal Use the following steps to verify that it clicks into place. 3 The Switch automatically detects the installed transceiver. Figure 8 Removing the Fiber Optic Cables Figure 9 Opening the Transceiver's Latch Example GS1100 Series User's Guide 11 Chapter 2 Hardware Description and Connection 2 Press the transceiver firmly until it is functioning properly. 4 Close the transceiver's latch (latch styles vary). 5 Connect the fiber optic cables to the transceiver. Check the LEDs...
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... ports. The following table describes the types of the LEDs. 12 GS1100 Series User's Guide Chapter 2 Hardware Description and Connection Figure 10 Transceiver Removal Example 2.2.4 Front Panel Connections You can use unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or shielded twisted-pair (STP) Ethernet cables for all the ports. 2.2.5 Front Panel LEDs The LED Indicators give real-time information about the status of the Switch. The following table provides descriptions of network cable used for the different connection speeds...
... ports. The following table describes the types of the LEDs. 12 GS1100 Series User's Guide Chapter 2 Hardware Description and Connection Figure 10 Transceiver Removal Example 2.2.4 Front Panel Connections You can use unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or shielded twisted-pair (STP) Ethernet cables for all the ports. 2.2.5 Front Panel LEDs The LED Indicators give real-time information about the status of the Switch. The following table provides descriptions of network cable used for the different connection speeds...
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... LED Descriptions: GS1100-8HP LED COLOR STATUS DESCRIPTION PWR Green On The Switch is connected to an Ethernet network at 1000M speed. Off The port is receiving or transmitting data at 1000M speed. Blinking The port is not connected to the PoE port. GS1100 Series User's Guide 13 Figure 11 Front Panel LEDs GS1100-8HP GS1100-16 GS1100-24 GS1100-24E Chapter 2 Hardware Description and Connection The following table describes the LEDs. PoE Amber On Power is not receiving power...
... LED Descriptions: GS1100-8HP LED COLOR STATUS DESCRIPTION PWR Green On The Switch is connected to an Ethernet network at 1000M speed. Off The port is receiving or transmitting data at 1000M speed. Blinking The port is not connected to the PoE port. GS1100 Series User's Guide 13 Figure 11 Front Panel LEDs GS1100-8HP GS1100-16 GS1100-24 GS1100-24E Chapter 2 Hardware Description and Connection The following table describes the LEDs. PoE Amber On Power is not receiving power...
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... is able to support the weight of each GS1100 model: Table 5 GS1100 Series Installation Comparison Table MODEL FEATURE Desktop Device Wall-mountable Rack-mountable GS1100-8HP GS1100-16 GS1100-24 GS1100-24E Note: Ask an authorized technician to attach the Switch to Section 2.3.2 on the Switch. 2.3.1 Wall Mounting Do the following table for instruction. For GS1100-16, GS1100-24 and GS110-24E, the size is not connected to an Ethernet network. 2.3 Hardware Installation See the...
... is able to support the weight of each GS1100 model: Table 5 GS1100 Series Installation Comparison Table MODEL FEATURE Desktop Device Wall-mountable Rack-mountable GS1100-8HP GS1100-16 GS1100-24 GS1100-24E Note: Ask an authorized technician to attach the Switch to Section 2.3.2 on the Switch. 2.3.1 Wall Mounting Do the following table for instruction. For GS1100-16, GS1100-24 and GS110-24E, the size is not connected to an Ethernet network. 2.3 Hardware Installation See the...
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...Switch. Follow the steps below to mount your Switch into the screw slots and the connection cables to run down as this position is less safe. 2.3.2 Rack Mounting The Switch can be wall-mounted horizontally. The Switch's side panels with ventilation slots should be mounted on a standard EIA rack using a rackmounting kit. Hang the Switch on the wall. Note: Make sure the screws are securely... wall; GS1100 Series User's Guide 15 Table 6 Distance between the head of the Switch with 6 mm ~ 8 mm (0.24" ~ 0.31") wide heads. Chapter 2 Hardware Description and Connection See Table...
...Switch. Follow the steps below to mount your Switch into the screw slots and the connection cables to run down as this position is less safe. 2.3.2 Rack Mounting The Switch can be wall-mounted horizontally. The Switch's side panels with ventilation slots should be mounted on a standard EIA rack using a rackmounting kit. Hang the Switch on the wall. Note: Make sure the screws are securely... wall; GS1100 Series User's Guide 15 Table 6 Distance between the head of the Switch with 6 mm ~ 8 mm (0.24" ~ 0.31") wide heads. Chapter 2 Hardware Description and Connection See Table...
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.... 16 GS1100 Series User's Guide Chapter 2 Hardware Description and Connection • Eight M3 flat head screws and a #2 Philips screwdriver. • Four M5 flat head screws and a #2 Philips screwdriver. Precautions • Make sure the rack will safely support the combined weight of all necessary precautions to use the proper screws may now mount the Switch on the side of the Switch. Failure to anchor...
.... 16 GS1100 Series User's Guide Chapter 2 Hardware Description and Connection • Eight M3 flat head screws and a #2 Philips screwdriver. • Four M5 flat head screws and a #2 Philips screwdriver. Precautions • Make sure the rack will safely support the combined weight of all necessary precautions to use the proper screws may now mount the Switch on the side of the Switch. Failure to anchor...
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GS1100 Series User's Guide 17 Chapter 2 Hardware Description and Connection Figure 14 Mounting the Switch on a Rack (GS1100-16 and GS1100-24E) Figure 15 Mounting the Switch on a Rack (GS1100-24) 2 Using a #2 Philips screwdriver, install the M5 flat head screws through the mounting bracket holes into the rack. 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to attach the second mounting bracket on the other side of the rack.
GS1100 Series User's Guide 17 Chapter 2 Hardware Description and Connection Figure 14 Mounting the Switch on a Rack (GS1100-16 and GS1100-24E) Figure 15 Mounting the Switch on a Rack (GS1100-24) 2 Using a #2 Philips screwdriver, install the M5 flat head screws through the mounting bracket holes into the rack. 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to attach the second mounting bracket on the other side of the rack.
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... problems you are using the correct type of Ethernet cable. Make sure you may encounter with the Switch and possible solutions. GS1100 Series User's Guide 19 Troubleshoot the Switch using the supplied power cord and that proper network cable type is securely connected to your local distributor if the problem persists. The PoE LED is off and/or power is not being supplied to my PoE-enabled device. (For GS1100-8HP) • Check to see Section 3.1 on network cable types, see that the power...
... problems you are using the correct type of Ethernet cable. Make sure you may encounter with the Switch and possible solutions. GS1100 Series User's Guide 19 Troubleshoot the Switch using the supplied power cord and that proper network cable type is securely connected to your local distributor if the problem persists. The PoE LED is off and/or power is not being supplied to my PoE-enabled device. (For GS1100-8HP) • Check to see Section 3.1 on network cable types, see that the power...
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... one path or route between the computers in the network A loop in the network may increase the number of network collision or other network problems that will severely affect your network performance. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3.1 Improper Network Cabling and Topology Improper network cabling or topology setup is more information on network cable types. Figure 16 Troubleshooting Improper Network Cabling and Topology PROBLEM Faulty cables Non-standard network cables Cabling Length CORRECTIVE ACTION Using faulty network cables may be longer...
... one path or route between the computers in the network A loop in the network may increase the number of network collision or other network problems that will severely affect your network performance. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3.1 Improper Network Cabling and Topology Improper network cabling or topology setup is more information on network cable types. Figure 16 Troubleshooting Improper Network Cabling and Topology PROBLEM Faulty cables Non-standard network cables Cabling Length CORRECTIVE ACTION Using faulty network cables may be longer...
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....10 AND 1040.11. GS1100 Series User's Guide 21 APPENDIX A Legal Information Copyright Copyright © 2013 by ZyXEL Communications Corporation. Published by ZyXEL Communications Corporation. Certifications Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Interference Statement This device complies with the instruction manual, may cause radio interference in accordance with Part 15 of any products described herein without charge for either parts or labor, and to...
....10 AND 1040.11. GS1100 Series User's Guide 21 APPENDIX A Legal Information Copyright Copyright © 2013 by ZyXEL Communications Corporation. Published by ZyXEL Communications Corporation. Certifications Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Interference Statement This device complies with the instruction manual, may cause radio interference in accordance with Part 15 of any products described herein without charge for either parts or labor, and to...
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... further information. • Make sure to connect the cables to the correct ports. • Place connecting cables carefully so that no event be treated separately. 22 GS1100 Series User's Guide Connect it to a power supply of the correct voltage. • Do NOT allow anything to repair the power adaptor or cord. It means that supply or receive power and their connected Ethernet cables must all other risks. ZyXEL shall in no one...
... further information. • Make sure to connect the cables to the correct ports. • Place connecting cables carefully so that no event be treated separately. 22 GS1100 Series User's Guide Connect it to a power supply of the correct voltage. • Do NOT allow anything to repair the power adaptor or cord. It means that supply or receive power and their connected Ethernet cables must all other risks. ZyXEL shall in no one...
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... Ethernet 10 F Faulty cables 20 FCC interference statement 21 Front Panel 9 GS1100 Series User's Guide Index Index Front Panel Connections 12 H High Power over Ethernet 8 I IEEE 802.3at 8 IEEE 802.3az 10 installation precautions 16 transceivers 10 L LED Descriptions LK/ACT 14 PWR 13, 14 Low Power Idle 10 LPI signal 10 M mounting brackets 16 N network cable crossover 12 straight-through 12 Network Cable Types 12 Non-standard network cables...
... Ethernet 10 F Faulty cables 20 FCC interference statement 21 Front Panel 9 GS1100 Series User's Guide Index Index Front Panel Connections 12 H High Power over Ethernet 8 I IEEE 802.3at 8 IEEE 802.3az 10 installation precautions 16 transceivers 10 L LED Descriptions LK/ACT 14 PWR 13, 14 Low Power Idle 10 LPI signal 10 M mounting brackets 16 N network cable crossover 12 straight-through 12 Network Cable Types 12 Non-standard network cables...
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Index P PD 8 PoE 8 power supplying 8 Power over Ethernet 8 power saving 10 powered device 8 product registration 22 R rack mounting 15 Rear Panel 9 Rear Panel Power Connection 9 registration product 22 S safety warnings 22 Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) 10 Standalone Workgroup 7 T transceiver MultiSource Agreement (MSA) 10 transceivers 10 installation 10 removal 11 Troubleshooting Improper Network Cabling and Topology 20 W wall mounting 14 warranty 21 note 22 24 GS1100 Series User's Guide
Index P PD 8 PoE 8 power supplying 8 Power over Ethernet 8 power saving 10 powered device 8 product registration 22 R rack mounting 15 Rear Panel 9 Rear Panel Power Connection 9 registration product 22 S safety warnings 22 Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) 10 Standalone Workgroup 7 T transceiver MultiSource Agreement (MSA) 10 transceivers 10 installation 10 removal 11 Troubleshooting Improper Network Cabling and Topology 20 W wall mounting 14 warranty 21 note 22 24 GS1100 Series User's Guide