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... Guide explains how to use the web configurator to configure the Switch. • Support Disc Refer to the included CD for people who want to configure the Switch. KEEP THIS GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. MES3500-24/24F User's Guide 3 Intended Audience This manual is recommended you use... the Command-Line Interface (CLI) and CLI commands to configure the Switch using the web configurator. Note: It is...
... Guide explains how to use the web configurator to configure the Switch. • Support Disc Refer to the included CD for people who want to configure the Switch. KEEP THIS GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. MES3500-24/24F User's Guide 3 Intended Audience This manual is recommended you use... the Command-Line Interface (CLI) and CLI commands to configure the Switch using the web configurator. Note: It is...
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...to that could harm you may denote the "metric" value or the "scientific" value. Syntax Conventions • The MES3500-24/24F may be referred to as the "Switch", the "device", the "system" or the "product" in this User's Guide. • Product labels, screen names... predefined choices. • A right angle bracket ( > ) within a screen name denotes a mouse click. The Switch Computer Notebook computer Server DSLAM Firewall Telephone Switch Router 4 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide Warnings tell you about things that screen. • Units of your device. For example, "k" for...
...to that could harm you may denote the "metric" value or the "scientific" value. Syntax Conventions • The MES3500-24/24F may be referred to as the "Switch", the "device", the "system" or the "product" in this User's Guide. • Product labels, screen names... predefined choices. • A right angle bracket ( > ) within a screen name denotes a mouse click. The Switch Computer Notebook computer Server DSLAM Firewall Telephone Switch Router 4 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide Warnings tell you about things that screen. • Units of your device. For example, "k" for...
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Contents Overview Contents Overview User's Guide ...21 Getting to Know Your Switch ...23 Hardware Installation and Connection 27 Hardware Overview ...30 The Web Configurator ...39 Initial Setup Example ...49 Tutorials ...53 Technical Reference ...79 System Status and ... Guard ...233 VLAN Mapping ...237 Layer 2 Protocol Tunneling ...241 sFlow ...245 PPPoE ...249 Error Disable ...257 Private VLAN ...262 Static Route ...265 Differentiated Services ...268 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide 7
Contents Overview Contents Overview User's Guide ...21 Getting to Know Your Switch ...23 Hardware Installation and Connection 27 Hardware Overview ...30 The Web Configurator ...39 Initial Setup Example ...49 Tutorials ...53 Technical Reference ...79 System Status and ... Guard ...233 VLAN Mapping ...237 Layer 2 Protocol Tunneling ...241 sFlow ...245 PPPoE ...249 Error Disable ...257 Private VLAN ...262 Static Route ...265 Differentiated Services ...268 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide 7
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...Part I: User's Guide 21 Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Switch 23 1.1 Introduction ...23 1.1.1 Backbone Application 23 1.1.2 Bridging Example ...24 1.1.3 High Performance Switching Example 24 1.1.4 IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Application Examples 25 1.1.5 IPv6...Switch on a Rack 27 2.3.1 Rack-mounted Installation Requirements 27 2.3.2 Attaching the Mounting Brackets to the Switch 28 2.3.3 Mounting the Switch on a Rack 29 Chapter 3 Hardware Overview ...30 3.1 Front Panel ...30 3.1.1 Console Port ...31 3.1.2 Ethernet Ports ...32 3.1.3 Transceiver Slots ...32 3.1.4 Power Connector ...34 MES3500-24/24F...
...Part I: User's Guide 21 Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Switch 23 1.1 Introduction ...23 1.1.1 Backbone Application 23 1.1.2 Bridging Example ...24 1.1.3 High Performance Switching Example 24 1.1.4 IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Application Examples 25 1.1.5 IPv6...Switch on a Rack 27 2.3.1 Rack-mounted Installation Requirements 27 2.3.2 Attaching the Mounting Brackets to the Switch 28 2.3.3 Mounting the Switch on a Rack 29 Chapter 3 Hardware Overview ...30 3.1 Front Panel ...30 3.1.1 Console Port ...31 3.1.2 Ethernet Ports ...32 3.1.3 Transceiver Slots ...32 3.1.4 Power Connector ...34 MES3500-24/24F...
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... Use Error Disable and Recovery on the Switch 66 6.5 How to Set Up a Guest VLAN 68 6.5.1 Creating a Guest VLAN 68 6.5.2 Enabling IEEE 802.1x Port Authentication 71 6.5.3 Enabling Guest VLAN 72 6.6 How to Do Port Isolation in a VLAN 73 6.6.1 Creating a VLAN ...74 6.6.2 Creating a Private VLAN Rule 76 10 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide
... Use Error Disable and Recovery on the Switch 66 6.5 How to Set Up a Guest VLAN 68 6.5.1 Creating a Guest VLAN 68 6.5.2 Enabling IEEE 802.1x Port Authentication 71 6.5.3 Enabling Guest VLAN 72 6.6 How to Do Port Isolation in a VLAN 73 6.6.1 Creating a VLAN ...74 6.6.2 Creating a Private VLAN Rule 76 10 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide
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... Summary ...81 7.2.1 Status: Port Details 83 Chapter 8 Basic Setting ...86 8.1 Overview ...86 8.2 System Information ...86 8.3 General Setup ...88 8.4 Introduction to VLANs ...89 8.4.1 Smart Isolation ...90 8.5 Switch Setup ...91 8.6 IP Setup ...93 8.6.1 Management IP Addresses 93 8.7 Port Setup ...95 Chapter 9 VLAN ...97 9.1 Introduction to IEEE 802.1Q Tagged VLANs 97 9.1.1 Forwarding Tagged... 9.9 Configuring Protocol Based VLAN 108 9.10 Create an IP-based VLAN Example 109 9.11 Port-based VLAN Setup 110 9.11.1 Configure a Port-based VLAN 111 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide 11
... Summary ...81 7.2.1 Status: Port Details 83 Chapter 8 Basic Setting ...86 8.1 Overview ...86 8.2 System Information ...86 8.3 General Setup ...88 8.4 Introduction to VLANs ...89 8.4.1 Smart Isolation ...90 8.5 Switch Setup ...91 8.6 IP Setup ...93 8.6.1 Management IP Addresses 93 8.7 Port Setup ...95 Chapter 9 VLAN ...97 9.1 Introduction to IEEE 802.1Q Tagged VLANs 97 9.1.1 Forwarding Tagged... 9.9 Configuring Protocol Based VLAN 108 9.10 Create an IP-based VLAN Example 109 9.11 Port-based VLAN Setup 110 9.11.1 Configure a Port-based VLAN 111 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide 11
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...SNMP User 298 38.4 Setting Up Login Accounts 299 38.5 SSH Overview ...301 38.6 How SSH works ...302 38.7 SSH Implementation on the Switch 303 38.7.1 Requirements for Using SSH 303 38.8 Introduction to HTTPS ...303 38.9 HTTPS Example ...304 38.9.1 Internet Explorer Warning Messages 304 ... Setup ...315 Chapter 41 Cluster Management ...316 41.1 Cluster Management Status Overview 316 41.2 Cluster Management Status 317 41.2.1 Cluster Member Switch Management 318 41.3 Clustering Management Configuration 320 Chapter 42 MAC Table ...322 42.1 MAC Table Overview ...322 42.2 Viewing the MAC Table ...
...SNMP User 298 38.4 Setting Up Login Accounts 299 38.5 SSH Overview ...301 38.6 How SSH works ...302 38.7 SSH Implementation on the Switch 303 38.7.1 Requirements for Using SSH 303 38.8 Introduction to HTTPS ...303 38.9 HTTPS Example ...304 38.9.1 Internet Explorer Warning Messages 304 ... Setup ...315 Chapter 41 Cluster Management ...316 41.1 Cluster Management Status Overview 316 41.2 Cluster Management Status 317 41.2.1 Cluster Member Switch Management 318 41.3 Clustering Management Configuration 320 Chapter 42 MAC Table ...322 42.1 MAC Table Overview ...322 42.2 Viewing the MAC Table ...
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Table of Contents Chapter 43 ARP Table ...325 43.1 ARP Table Overview ...325 43.1.1 How ARP Works ...325 43.2 The ARP Table Screen ...326 Chapter 44 Configure Clone...327 44.1 Configure Clone ...327 Chapter 45 Troubleshooting...329 45.1 Power, Hardware Connections, and LEDs 329 45.2 Switch Access and Login 330 45.3 Switch Configuration ...332 Appendix A Common Services 333 Appendix B Legal Information 337 Index ...341 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide 19
Table of Contents Chapter 43 ARP Table ...325 43.1 ARP Table Overview ...325 43.1.1 How ARP Works ...325 43.2 The ARP Table Screen ...326 Chapter 44 Configure Clone...327 44.1 Configure Clone ...327 Chapter 45 Troubleshooting...329 45.1 Power, Hardware Connections, and LEDs 329 45.2 Switch Access and Login 330 45.3 Switch Configuration ...332 Appendix A Common Services 333 Appendix B Legal Information 337 Index ...341 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide 19
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...built-in web configurator, managing and configuring the Switch is an ideal solution for small networks where rapid growth can share high-speed applications on the server. The MES3500-24F has 24 100 Mbps fast Ethernet SFP slots. In addition, the Switch can be used standalone for a full list ...of using the Switch in the near future. This section shows a few examples of software features...
...built-in web configurator, managing and configuring the Switch is an ideal solution for small networks where rapid growth can share high-speed applications on the server. The MES3500-24F has 24 100 Mbps fast Ethernet SFP slots. In addition, the Switch can be used standalone for a full list ...of using the Switch in the near future. This section shows a few examples of software features...
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... supervision and maintenance by using a Gigabit Ethernet/mini-GBIC port on the Switch. In the following example, use existing adapters and switches. Figure 3 High Performance Switched Workgroup Application 24 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide You can provide a super-fast uplink connection by allowing network managers to centralize multiple servers at much lower cost while still...
... supervision and maintenance by using a Gigabit Ethernet/mini-GBIC port on the Switch. In the following example, use existing adapters and switches. Figure 3 High Performance Switched Workgroup Application 24 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide You can provide a super-fast uplink connection by allowing network managers to centralize multiple servers at much lower cost while still...
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...to other IPv6 devices in the same group(s) unless such traffic first goes through reduced broadcast traffic. At the time of VLAN 1. MES3500-24/24F User's Guide 25 Figure 4 Shared Server Using VLAN Example 1.1.5 IPv6 Support IPv6 (Internet Protocol version 6), is designed to be ...; Remote Management using ping SNMP, telnet, HTTP and FTP services • ICMPv6 to the CLI Reference Guide. Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Switch 1.1.4 IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Application Examples A VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) allows a physical network to enhance IP address size and features. For...
...to other IPv6 devices in the same group(s) unless such traffic first goes through reduced broadcast traffic. At the time of VLAN 1. MES3500-24/24F User's Guide 25 Figure 4 Shared Server Using VLAN Example 1.1.5 IPv6 Support IPv6 (Internet Protocol version 6), is designed to be ...; Remote Management using ping SNMP, telnet, HTTP and FTP services • ICMPv6 to the CLI Reference Guide. Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Switch 1.1.4 IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Application Examples A VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) allows a physical network to enhance IP address size and features. For...
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...; Back up an earlier configuration file, you would not have to reset the Switch to its factory default settings. The Switch can be useful if the device becomes unstable or even crashes. If you forget your last configuration. 26 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide See Section 37.8 on page 316. 1.3 Good Habits for firmware...
...; Back up an earlier configuration file, you would not have to reset the Switch to its factory default settings. The Switch can be useful if the device becomes unstable or even crashes. If you forget your last configuration. 26 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide See Section 37.8 on page 316. 1.3 Good Habits for firmware...
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.... • Four M5 flat head screws and a #2 Philips screwdriver. Follow the steps below to mount your Switch on an EIA standard size, 19-inch rack or in a rack-mounted installation. MES3500-24/24F User's Guide 27 Make sure there is a power outlet nearby. 3 Make sure there is clean and dry.... 2 Set the Switch on a standard EIA rack. This is especially important for enclosed rack installations. 2.2 ...
.... • Four M5 flat head screws and a #2 Philips screwdriver. Follow the steps below to mount your Switch on an EIA standard size, 19-inch rack or in a rack-mounted installation. MES3500-24/24F User's Guide 27 Make sure there is a power outlet nearby. 3 Make sure there is clean and dry.... 2 Set the Switch on a standard EIA rack. This is especially important for enclosed rack installations. 2.2 ...
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...install the M3 flat head screws through the mounting bracket holes into the Switch. 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to install the second mounting bracket on the other side of the Switch does not make the rack unstable or top-heavy. Chapter 2 Hardware ...Installation and Connection 2.3.1.1 Precautions • Make sure the rack will safely support the combined weight of all necessary precautions to anchor the rack securely before installing the unit. 2.3.2 Attaching the Mounting Brackets to the next section. 28 MES3500-24/24F...
...install the M3 flat head screws through the mounting bracket holes into the Switch. 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to install the second mounting bracket on the other side of the Switch does not make the rack unstable or top-heavy. Chapter 2 Hardware ...Installation and Connection 2.3.1.1 Precautions • Make sure the rack will safely support the combined weight of all necessary precautions to anchor the rack securely before installing the unit. 2.3.2 Attaching the Mounting Brackets to the next section. 28 MES3500-24/24F...
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Figure 6 Mounting the Switch on a Rack 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 the Switch) on one side of the rack, lining up the two screw holes on the bracket with the screw holes on the other side of the rack. MES3500-24/24F User's Guide 29 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation and Connection 2.3.3 Mounting the Switch on a Rack 1 Position a mounting bracket (that is already attached to attach the second mounting bracket on the side of the rack.
Figure 6 Mounting the Switch on a Rack 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 the Switch) on one side of the rack, lining up the two screw holes on the bracket with the screw holes on the other side of the rack. MES3500-24/24F User's Guide 29 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation and Connection 2.3.3 Mounting the Switch on a Rack 1 Position a mounting bracket (that is already attached to attach the second mounting bracket on the side of the rack.
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...chapter describes the front panel and rear panel of the Switch and shows you how to make the hardware connections. 3.1 Front Panel The following figure shows the front panel of the Switch. Figure 7 MES3500-24 Front Panel: AC Model LEDs Dual Personality Interfaces Console... Port Power Connection Fast Ethernet Ports Figure 8 MES3500-24 Front Panel: DC Model Power Switch LEDs Signal slot Dual Personality Interfaces Console Port Power Connection Fast Ethernet Ports Figure 9 MES3500-24F Front Panel: AC Model LEDs Signal slot Dual Personality Interfaces...
...chapter describes the front panel and rear panel of the Switch and shows you how to make the hardware connections. 3.1 Front Panel The following figure shows the front panel of the Switch. Figure 7 MES3500-24 Front Panel: AC Model LEDs Dual Personality Interfaces Console... Port Power Connection Fast Ethernet Ports Figure 8 MES3500-24 Front Panel: DC Model Power Switch LEDs Signal slot Dual Personality Interfaces Console Port Power Connection Fast Ethernet Ports Figure 9 MES3500-24F Front Panel: AC Model LEDs Signal slot Dual Personality Interfaces...
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...-Factor Pluggable (SFP) slot (also called a mini-GBIC slot), with terminal emulation software configured to turn on the front panel. Figure 10 MES3500-24F Front Panel: DC Model Power Switch LEDs Chapter 3 Hardware Overview Dual Personality Interfaces Console Port Power Connection Fast SFP Slots Signal slot The following parameters: • VT100 • Terminal...
...-Factor Pluggable (SFP) slot (also called a mini-GBIC slot), with terminal emulation software configured to turn on the front panel. Figure 10 MES3500-24F Front Panel: DC Model Power Switch LEDs Chapter 3 Hardware Overview Dual Personality Interfaces Console Port Power Connection Fast SFP Slots Signal slot The following parameters: • VT100 • Terminal...
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... crossover cables can be half duplex or full duplex. Auto-crossover ports automatically sense whether they need to one connection for details. 32 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide The Switch has four 1000Base-T Ethernet ports, which are connected at the same time, the GbE port will be 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps and...
... crossover cables can be half duplex or full duplex. Auto-crossover ports automatically sense whether they need to one connection for details. 32 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide The Switch has four 1000Base-T Ethernet ports, which are connected at the same time, the GbE port will be 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps and...
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You can change transceivers while the Switch is functioning properly. 4 Close the transceiver's latch (latch styles vary). 5 Connect the fiber optic cables to remove a mini-GBIC transceiver (SFP module). 1 Remove the fiber ... the exposed section of fiber-optic or even copper cable connectors. Check the LEDs to verify that it clicks into place. 3 The Switch automatically detects the installed transceiver. MES3500-24/24F User's Guide 33 To avoid possible eye injury, do not look into an operating fiber-optic module's connectors. • Type: SFP connection...
You can change transceivers while the Switch is functioning properly. 4 Close the transceiver's latch (latch styles vary). 5 Connect the fiber optic cables to remove a mini-GBIC transceiver (SFP module). 1 Remove the fiber ... the exposed section of fiber-optic or even copper cable connectors. Check the LEDs to verify that it clicks into place. 3 The Switch automatically detects the installed transceiver. MES3500-24/24F User's Guide 33 To avoid possible eye injury, do not look into an operating fiber-optic module's connectors. • Type: SFP connection...
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... power socket of the fans. Chapter 3 Hardware Overview 3 Pull the transceiver out of the power cord to a power outlet. 34 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide Keep the power supply switch and the Switch's power switch in Chapter 46 on page 333, and make sure you come to a power source after you are using the correct...
... power socket of the fans. Chapter 3 Hardware Overview 3 Pull the transceiver out of the power cord to a power outlet. 34 MES3500-24/24F User's Guide Keep the power supply switch and the Switch's power switch in Chapter 46 on page 333, and make sure you come to a power source after you are using the correct...