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...Switch 2-1 Preparing for Using the Switch 1-25 Small- Contents 2 C H A P T E R LEDs 1-11 System LED 1-14 RPS LED 1-15 Port LEDs and Modes 1-16 Rear-Panel Description 1-21 Power Connectors 1-22 Internal Power Supply Connector 1-23 Cisco RPS Connector 1-23 Console Port 1-24 Management... Options 1-24 Network Configuration Examples 1-25 Design Concepts for Installation 2-2 Warnings 2-2 EMC Regulatory Statements 2-5 U.S.A. 2-5 Taiwan 2-5 Japan 2-6 Korea 2-6 Hungary 2-7 Installation Guidelines 2-7 Verifying Package Contents 2-8 Catalyst 3500...
...Switch 2-1 Preparing for Using the Switch 1-25 Small- Contents 2 C H A P T E R LEDs 1-11 System LED 1-14 RPS LED 1-15 Port LEDs and Modes 1-16 Rear-Panel Description 1-21 Power Connectors 1-22 Internal Power Supply Connector 1-23 Cisco RPS Connector 1-23 Console Port 1-24 Management... Options 1-24 Network Configuration Examples 1-25 Design Concepts for Installation 2-2 Warnings 2-2 EMC Regulatory Statements 2-5 U.S.A. 2-5 Taiwan 2-5 Japan 2-6 Korea 2-6 Hungary 2-7 Installation Guidelines 2-7 Verifying Package Contents 2-8 Catalyst 3500...
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... Publications Preface Related Publications For more information about Catalyst 3500 series XL switches and related products, refer to the following publications: • Quick Start: Catalyst 3500 Series XL Cabling and Setup • Cisco IOS Desktop Switching Software Configuration Guide • Cisco IOS Desktop Switching Command Reference (online only) • Cisco Cluster Management Suite online help also provides detailed information...
... Publications Preface Related Publications For more information about Catalyst 3500 series XL switches and related products, refer to the following publications: • Quick Start: Catalyst 3500 Series XL Cabling and Setup • Cisco IOS Desktop Switching Software Configuration Guide • Cisco IOS Desktop Switching Command Reference (online only) • Cisco Cluster Management Suite online help also provides detailed information...
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...Cisco IP Phones. (Phone adapters are not required when connecting to the Catalyst 3524-PWR XL 10/100 switch ports.) Figure 1-1 shows the switch models in different network topologies Features The Catalyst 3500 series XL switches-also referred to as Catalyst 3500 XL switches-are stackable 10/100 Ethernet switches... chapter provides the following topics that describe the Catalyst 3500 series XL switches: • Switch features • Descriptions of the front and rear panels • Management options • Examples of the Catalyst 3500 XL switches in the series, and Table 1-1 and Table...
...Cisco IP Phones. (Phone adapters are not required when connecting to the Catalyst 3524-PWR XL 10/100 switch ports.) Figure 1-1 shows the switch models in different network topologies Features The Catalyst 3500 series XL switches-also referred to as Catalyst 3500 XL switches-are stackable 10/100 Ethernet switches... chapter provides the following topics that describe the Catalyst 3500 series XL switches: • Switch features • Descriptions of the front and rear panels • Management options • Examples of the Catalyst 3500 XL switches in the series, and Table 1-1 and Table...
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... up to four 1000BaseZX GBICs with the Catalyst 3508G XL switch) Management • Cisco IOS command-line interface (CLI) through the console port or Telnet • CiscoView device-management application • Cluster Management Suite, a web-based tool for managing switch clusters or an individual switch through a single IP address • Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) Power Redundancy • Connection for...
... up to four 1000BaseZX GBICs with the Catalyst 3508G XL switch) Management • Cisco IOS command-line interface (CLI) through the console port or Telnet • CiscoView device-management application • Cluster Management Suite, a web-based tool for managing switch clusters or an individual switch through a single IP address • Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) Power Redundancy • Connection for...
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Chapter 1 Product Overview Front-Panel Description Table 1-2 Catalyst 3512, 3524, 3524-PWR, and 3548 XL Features (continued) Feature Description (continued) Management • Cisco IOS CLI through the console port or Telnet • CiscoView device-management application • Cluster Management Suite, a web-based tool for managing switch clusters or an individual switch through a single IP address • SNMP Power Redundancy...
Chapter 1 Product Overview Front-Panel Description Table 1-2 Catalyst 3512, 3524, 3524-PWR, and 3548 XL Features (continued) Feature Description (continued) Management • Cisco IOS CLI through the console port or Telnet • CiscoView device-management application • Cluster Management Suite, a web-based tool for managing switch clusters or an individual switch through a single IP address • SNMP Power Redundancy...
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...(UTL) are visible on the VSM home page and Cluster Manager page. The Cisco IOS Desktop Switching Software Configuration Guide describes how to use the Cluster Management Suite to monitor individual switches and how to use the switch LEDs described in this section to select one of the LEDs... described in a cluster. All of the port modes. Figure 1-9 Catalyst 3508G XL...
...(UTL) are visible on the VSM home page and Cluster Manager page. The Cisco IOS Desktop Switching Software Configuration Guide describes how to use the Cluster Management Suite to monitor individual switches and how to use the switch LEDs described in this section to select one of the LEDs... described in a cluster. All of the port modes. Figure 1-9 Catalyst 3508G XL...
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...power status: on a logarithmic scale. If the right-most LED is amber, the switch is using 50 percent or more of its total capacity, and so on the Catalyst 3508, 3512, 3524, and 3548 XL Switches Port Mode STATUS (port status) UTL (utilization) DUPLEX LED Color Off Solid green Flashing... for a link-fault indication. The LEDs display backplane utilization on or off. Port is not forwarding. Link fault. Port was disabled by management or an address violation or was blocked by Spanning Tree Protocol (STP). If the LED to 30 seconds as excessive collisions, CRC errors, ...
...power status: on a logarithmic scale. If the right-most LED is amber, the switch is using 50 percent or more of its total capacity, and so on the Catalyst 3508, 3512, 3524, and 3548 XL Switches Port Mode STATUS (port status) UTL (utilization) DUPLEX LED Color Off Solid green Flashing... for a link-fault indication. The LEDs display backplane utilization on or off. Port is not forwarding. Link fault. Port was disabled by management or an address violation or was blocked by Spanning Tree Protocol (STP). If the LED to 30 seconds as excessive collisions, CRC errors, ...
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...or receiving data. Port is operating at 100 Mbps. Port is operating in full duplex. 1-18 Catalyst 3500 Series XL Hardware Installation Guide 78-6456-04 Port was disabled by management or an address violation or was blocked by Spanning Tree Protocol (STP). Port is not operating. ... and alignment and jabber errors are monitored for possible loops. Activity. Table 1-8 Meaning of LED Colors in Different Modes on the Catalyst 3524-PWR XL Switch Port Mode STATUS (port status) DUPLEX LED Color Off Solid green Flashing green Alternating green-amber Solid amber Off Green Meaning No link...
...or receiving data. Port is operating at 100 Mbps. Port is operating in full duplex. 1-18 Catalyst 3500 Series XL Hardware Installation Guide 78-6456-04 Port was disabled by management or an address violation or was blocked by Spanning Tree Protocol (STP). Port is not operating. ... and alignment and jabber errors are monitored for possible loops. Activity. Table 1-8 Meaning of LED Colors in Different Modes on the Catalyst 3524-PWR XL Switch Port Mode STATUS (port status) DUPLEX LED Color Off Solid green Flashing green Alternating green-amber Solid amber Off Green Meaning No link...
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... 300, refer to six switches, it supports up to the Cisco Redundant Power System 300 Hardware Installation Guide. Management Options Catalyst 3500 XL switches offer several management options: • Cisco Cluster Management Suite This suite is made up to manage individual and standalone switches. Management Options Chapter 1 Product Overview RPS Connector on the Catalyst 3524-PWR XL Switch The Cisco RPS 300 (model PWR300...
... 300, refer to six switches, it supports up to the Cisco Redundant Power System 300 Hardware Installation Guide. Management Options Catalyst 3500 XL switches offer several management options: • Cisco Cluster Management Suite This suite is made up to manage individual and standalone switches. Management Options Chapter 1 Product Overview RPS Connector on the Catalyst 3524-PWR XL Switch The Cisco RPS 300 (model PWR300...
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... available to your network users compete for Using the Switch As your network users. 78-6456-04 Catalyst 3500 Series XL Hardware Installation Guide 1-25 See the Cisco IOS Desktop Switching Command Reference for more information. • CiscoView application The CiscoView device-management application displays the switch image that is connected to your network, you can...
... available to your network users compete for Using the Switch As your network users. 78-6456-04 Catalyst 3500 Series XL Hardware Installation Guide 1-25 See the Cisco IOS Desktop Switching Command Reference for more information. • CiscoView application The CiscoView device-management application displays the switch image that is connected to your network, you can...
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... a switch cluster to manage them through a single IP address. • High-performance workgroup-For users who require high-speed access to network resources, use gigabit GBIC modules to connect the switches directly to network resources in a star configuration. Each switch in this with the switches in a star configuration, to a gigabit backbone switch such as the Catalyst 3508G...
... a switch cluster to manage them through a single IP address. • High-performance workgroup-For users who require high-speed access to network resources, use gigabit GBIC modules to connect the switches directly to network resources in a star configuration. Each switch in this with the switches in a star configuration, to a gigabit backbone switch such as the Catalyst 3508G...
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... smaller segments (or workgroups) and reduces the amount of traffic that do not require gigabit performance from the switch. The Catalyst 3500 XL switches in this network are connected to the gigabit GBIC module ports on the same logical segment as web and .... A network backbone is a high-bandwidth connection (such as a switch cluster, with primary and secondary command switches for redundant cluster management. When a workstation is required if numerous segments require access to the 10/100 switch ports for full-duplex operation, the links provide 2 Gbps of dedicated...
... smaller segments (or workgroups) and reduces the amount of traffic that do not require gigabit performance from the switch. The Catalyst 3500 XL switches in this network are connected to the gigabit GBIC module ports on the same logical segment as web and .... A network backbone is a high-bandwidth connection (such as a switch cluster, with primary and secondary command switches for redundant cluster management. When a workstation is required if numerous segments require access to the 10/100 switch ports for full-duplex operation, the links provide 2 Gbps of dedicated...
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Using the Cisco Cluster Management Suite, you can group the switches into multiple clusters, as security and easier maintenance. You also configure each port for monitoring and controlling the network. Cisco CallManager controls call -processing server running Cisco SoftPhone software can use a Catalyst 4908G-L3 switch, as illustrated, or a Catalyst 3508G XL switch to create a gigabit backbone. Grouping servers in...
Using the Cisco Cluster Management Suite, you can group the switches into multiple clusters, as security and easier maintenance. You also configure each port for monitoring and controlling the network. Cisco CallManager controls call -processing server running Cisco SoftPhone software can use a Catalyst 4908G-L3 switch, as illustrated, or a Catalyst 3508G XL switch to create a gigabit backbone. Grouping servers in...
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...the AC power connector on the switch. Powering On the Switch and Running POST If your management station. Connect one end of the power cord to install the switch on a table or shelf:...Switch Installing the Switch on a Table or Shelf Installing the Switch on a Table or Shelf Follow these steps: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Make sure that the switch functions properly. Place the switch on page 1-22 and the Cisco...-6456-04 Catalyst 3500 Series XL Hardware Installation Guide 2-17 When the switch begins POST, the port LEDs turn amber for ports 2 to the recessed areas on the switch after you ...
...the AC power connector on the switch. Powering On the Switch and Running POST If your management station. Connect one end of the power cord to install the switch on a table or shelf:...Switch Installing the Switch on a Table or Shelf Installing the Switch on a Table or Shelf Follow these steps: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Make sure that the switch functions properly. Place the switch on page 1-22 and the Cisco...-6456-04 Catalyst 3500 Series XL Hardware Installation Guide 2-17 When the switch begins POST, the port LEDs turn amber for ports 2 to the recessed areas on the switch after you ...
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... and Starting Up the Switch Assigning Switch Information Using the Setup Program You can use the Cluster Management Suite or the command-line interface (CLI) to customize your system administrator: Switch IP address Subnet mask (netmask 78-6456-04 Catalyst 3500 Series XL Hardware ...to the Cisco IOS Desktop Switching Software Configuration Guide for the switch to assign IP information or a password, as a command switch, you are configuring the switch as a standalone switch or as the switch will be a cluster member managed through the IP address of the command switch, it ...
... and Starting Up the Switch Assigning Switch Information Using the Setup Program You can use the Cluster Management Suite or the command-line interface (CLI) to customize your system administrator: Switch IP address Subnet mask (netmask 78-6456-04 Catalyst 3500 Series XL Hardware ...to the Cisco IOS Desktop Switching Software Configuration Guide for the switch to assign IP information or a password, as a command switch, you are configuring the switch as a standalone switch or as the switch will be a cluster member managed through the IP address of the command switch, it ...
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...you forget the password. 2-28 Catalyst 3500 Series XL Hardware Installation Guide 78-6456-04 If the information is not correct, enter N at the prompt, press Return, and begin again at the prompt, and press Return to use the CLI to manage the switch. Use this configuration? [yes/...community private rw snmp community public ro cluster enable cls_name ! The Cisco IOS Desktop Switching Software Configuration Guide describes how to set a password to protect the switch against unauthorized Telnet access and how to access the switch if you see the message "Press RETURN to get started," the...
...you forget the password. 2-28 Catalyst 3500 Series XL Hardware Installation Guide 78-6456-04 If the information is not correct, enter N at the prompt, press Return, and begin again at the prompt, and press Return to use the CLI to manage the switch. Use this configuration? [yes/...community private rw snmp community public ro cluster enable cls_name ! The Cisco IOS Desktop Switching Software Configuration Guide describes how to set a password to protect the switch against unauthorized Telnet access and how to access the switch if you see the message "Press RETURN to get started," the...
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... Broadcast storm control Disabled. Enabled. Default Configuration Settings Chapter 2 Installing and Starting Up the Switch Table 2-1 Default Configuration Settings Feature Default Setting Management Switch IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway User-assigned values entered in the setup program.... All ports are static-access ports in VLAN 1. Network Redundancy Spanning Tree Protocol Enabled. Port grouping None assigned. 2-30 Catalyst 3500 ...
... Broadcast storm control Disabled. Enabled. Default Configuration Settings Chapter 2 Installing and Starting Up the Switch Table 2-1 Default Configuration Settings Feature Default Setting Management Switch IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway User-assigned values entered in the setup program.... All ports are static-access ports in VLAN 1. Network Redundancy Spanning Tree Protocol Enabled. Port grouping None assigned. 2-30 Catalyst 3500 ...
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... default configuration: • Start the Cluster Management Suite, as described in Table 2-1 is satisfactory, the switch does not need further configuration. SPAN = Switched Port Analyzer Default Setting Disabled. CGMP = Cisco Group Management Protocol 5. Refer to the release notes on CCO for information on using the CLI with Catalyst 3500 XL switches. • Start an SNMP application such...
... default configuration: • Start the Cluster Management Suite, as described in Table 2-1 is satisfactory, the switch does not need further configuration. SPAN = Switched Port Analyzer Default Setting Disabled. CGMP = Cisco Group Management Protocol 5. Refer to the release notes on CCO for information on using the CLI with Catalyst 3500 XL switches. • Start an SNMP application such...
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...See the Cisco IOS Desktop Switching Software Configuration Guide, the Cisco IOS Desktop Switching Command Reference (online only), or the documentation that came with your SNMP application for troubleshooting problems: • Understanding POST results • Diagnosing problems 78-6456-04 Catalyst 3500 Series ...the front panel provide troubleshooting information about the switch. CH A P T E R 3 Troubleshooting The LEDs on page 1-11. They show failures in the power-on self-test (POST), port-connectivity problems, and overall switch performance. You can also get statistics from the...
...See the Cisco IOS Desktop Switching Software Configuration Guide, the Cisco IOS Desktop Switching Command Reference (online only), or the documentation that came with your SNMP application for troubleshooting problems: • Understanding POST results • Diagnosing problems 78-6456-04 Catalyst 3500 Series ...the front panel provide troubleshooting information about the switch. CH A P T E R 3 Troubleshooting The LEDs on page 1-11. They show failures in the power-on self-test (POST), port-connectivity problems, and overall switch performance. You can also get statistics from the...
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Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Diagnosing Problems Table 3-2 Common Problems and Their Solutions (continued) Symptom No connectivity. Unreadable characters on the Catalyst 3508, 3512, or 3524 XL switch. Incorrect baud rate. Use the show POST command to 9600 baud. The following are indicated by no link at both ends: ... Cause Incorrect or bad cable. straight-through was required, or vice-versa. • The cable is amber on the management console. Nonfatal or fatal POST error detected. Resolution • For the correct pinouts and the proper application of crossover vs.
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Diagnosing Problems Table 3-2 Common Problems and Their Solutions (continued) Symptom No connectivity. Unreadable characters on the Catalyst 3508, 3512, or 3524 XL switch. Incorrect baud rate. Use the show POST command to 9600 baud. The following are indicated by no link at both ends: ... Cause Incorrect or bad cable. straight-through was required, or vice-versa. • The cable is amber on the management console. Nonfatal or fatal POST error detected. Resolution • For the correct pinouts and the proper application of crossover vs.