User Guide
Page 3
.... About This User's Guide About This User's Guide Intended Audience This manual is intended for people who want to configure the Switch using this manual, you should have at least a basic knowledge of TCP/IP networking concepts and topology. Related Documentation •... connections. • Web Configurator Online Help Embedded web help you ! E-mail: techwriters@zyxel.com.tw Customer Support In the event of individual screens and supplementary information. See http://www.zyxel.com/ GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide 3 It contains information on setting up and running right away.
.... About This User's Guide About This User's Guide Intended Audience This manual is intended for people who want to configure the Switch using this manual, you should have at least a basic knowledge of TCP/IP networking concepts and topology. Related Documentation •... connections. • Web Configurator Online Help Embedded web help you ! E-mail: techwriters@zyxel.com.tw Customer Support In the event of individual screens and supplementary information. See http://www.zyxel.com/ GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide 3 It contains information on setting up and running right away.
User Guide
Page 5
...means you may denote the "metric" value or the "scientific" value. GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide 5 Warnings tell you about things that is a shorthand for "for example, other words". "Select" or "choose" means for you to as the "Switch", the "device", or the "system" in this User's Guide. ...8226; Units of the predefined choices. • A right angle bracket ( > ) within a screen name denotes a mouse click. Syntax Conventions • The GS-1524 / GS-1548 may be referred to use one of measurement may need to type one or more characters and then press the [ENTER] key.
...means you may denote the "metric" value or the "scientific" value. GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide 5 Warnings tell you about things that is a shorthand for "for example, other words". "Select" or "choose" means for you to as the "Switch", the "device", or the "system" in this User's Guide. ...8226; Units of the predefined choices. • A right angle bracket ( > ) within a screen name denotes a mouse click. Syntax Conventions • The GS-1524 / GS-1548 may be referred to use one of measurement may need to type one or more characters and then press the [ENTER] key.
User Guide
Page 6
The Switch Computer Notebook computer Server DSLAM Firewall Telephone Switch Router 6 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide Document Conventions Icons Used in Figures Figures in this User's Guide may use the following generic icons. The Switch icon is not an exact representation of your device.
The Switch Computer Notebook computer Server DSLAM Firewall Telephone Switch Router 6 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide Document Conventions Icons Used in Figures Figures in this User's Guide may use the following generic icons. The Switch icon is not an exact representation of your device.
User Guide
Page 9
Contents Overview Contents Overview Introduction and Hardware Overview 17 Getting to Know Your Switch ...19 Hardware Installation and Connection 23 Hardware Overview ...27 Basic & Advanced Settings 33 The Web Configurator ...35 System ...43 Port Settings ...49 System and Port ... ...93 Management and Troubleshooting 95 Event Logging ...97 SNMP ...105 RMON-Lite ...121 Dynamic ARP ...137 Troubleshooting ...141 Product Specifications ...145 Appendices and Index ...151 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide 9
Contents Overview Contents Overview Introduction and Hardware Overview 17 Getting to Know Your Switch ...19 Hardware Installation and Connection 23 Hardware Overview ...27 Basic & Advanced Settings 33 The Web Configurator ...35 System ...43 Port Settings ...49 System and Port ... ...93 Management and Troubleshooting 95 Event Logging ...97 SNMP ...105 RMON-Lite ...121 Dynamic ARP ...137 Troubleshooting ...141 Product Specifications ...145 Appendices and Index ...151 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide 9
User Guide
Page 11
...Overview 17 Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Switch 19 1.1 Introduction ...19 1.1.1 Backbone Application 19 1.1.2 Bridging Example ...20 1.1.3 High Performance Switching Example 21 1.1.4 IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Application...Switch on a Rack 24 2.2.1 Rack-mounted Installation Requirements 24 2.2.2 Attaching the Mounting Brackets to the Switch 24 2.2.3 Mounting the Switch on a Rack 25 Chapter 3 Hardware Overview...27 3.1 Front Panel ...27 3.1.1 Ethernet Ports ...28 3.1.2 Mini-GBIC Slots ...28 3.2 The RESET Button ...30 3.3 LEDs ...30 3.4 Rear Panel ...31 3.4.1 Power Connector ...32 GS-1524/GS-1548...
...Overview 17 Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Switch 19 1.1 Introduction ...19 1.1.1 Backbone Application 19 1.1.2 Bridging Example ...20 1.1.3 High Performance Switching Example 21 1.1.4 IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Application...Switch on a Rack 24 2.2.1 Rack-mounted Installation Requirements 24 2.2.2 Attaching the Mounting Brackets to the Switch 24 2.2.3 Mounting the Switch on a Rack 25 Chapter 3 Hardware Overview...27 3.1 Front Panel ...27 3.1.1 Ethernet Ports ...28 3.1.2 Mini-GBIC Slots ...28 3.2 The RESET Button ...30 3.3 LEDs ...30 3.4 Rear Panel ...31 3.4.1 Power Connector ...32 GS-1524/GS-1548...
User Guide
Page 12
... 4.2 System Login ...35 4.3 The Status Screen ...36 4.3.1 The LED Panel ...37 4.3.2 The Navigation Panel 37 4.3.3 Change Your Password 39 4.4 Saving Your Configuration 39 4.5 Switch Lockout ...40 4.6 Resetting the Switch ...40 4.7 Logging Out of the Web Configurator 41 4.8 Help ...41 Chapter 5 System ...43 5.1 System Screen ...43 5.1.1 Configure IP Address 44 5.1.2 Layer 2 (L2) Table... ...53 7.3 Port Statistics ...54 Chapter 8 VLAN ...57 8.1 Introduction to IEEE 802.1Q Tagged VLANs 57 8.1.1 Forwarding Tagged and Untagged Frames 57 8.2 Static VLAN ...58 12 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide
... 4.2 System Login ...35 4.3 The Status Screen ...36 4.3.1 The LED Panel ...37 4.3.2 The Navigation Panel 37 4.3.3 Change Your Password 39 4.4 Saving Your Configuration 39 4.5 Switch Lockout ...40 4.6 Resetting the Switch ...40 4.7 Logging Out of the Web Configurator 41 4.8 Help ...41 Chapter 5 System ...43 5.1 System Screen ...43 5.1.1 Configure IP Address 44 5.1.2 Layer 2 (L2) Table... ...53 7.3 Port Statistics ...54 Chapter 8 VLAN ...57 8.1 Introduction to IEEE 802.1Q Tagged VLANs 57 8.1.1 Forwarding Tagged and Untagged Frames 57 8.2 Static VLAN ...58 12 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide
User Guide
Page 15
... 138 20.3 Viewing ARP Table Entries 139 20.4 Adding ARP Table Entries 140 Chapter 21 Troubleshooting...141 21.1 Power, Hardware Connections, and LEDs 141 21.2 Switch Access and Login 142 Chapter 22 Product Specifications ...145 22.1 General Switch Specifications 145 Part IV: Appendices and Index 151 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide 15
... 138 20.3 Viewing ARP Table Entries 139 20.4 Adding ARP Table Entries 140 Chapter 21 Troubleshooting...141 21.1 Power, Hardware Connections, and LEDs 141 21.2 Switch Access and Login 142 Chapter 22 Product Specifications ...145 22.1 General Switch Specifications 145 Part IV: Appendices and Index 151 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide 15
User Guide
Page 17
PART I Introduction and Hardware Overview Getting to Know Your Switch (19) Hardware Installation and Connection (23) Hardware Overview (27) 17
PART I Introduction and Hardware Overview Getting to Know Your Switch (19) Hardware Installation and Connection (23) Hardware Overview (27) 17
User Guide
Page 19
... 20 1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports, and four dual-personality ports. • The GS-1548 has 44 1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports, and four dual-personality ports. You can be expected in web configurator, managing and configuring the Switch is an intelligent layer 2 switch with either interface active at one mini-GBIC slot, with 1000BASE-T RJ...
... 20 1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports, and four dual-personality ports. • The GS-1548 has 44 1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports, and four dual-personality ports. You can be expected in web configurator, managing and configuring the Switch is an intelligent layer 2 switch with either interface active at one mini-GBIC slot, with 1000BASE-T RJ...
User Guide
Page 20
.... Figure 1 Backbone Application 1.1.2 Bridging Example In this example application the Switch connects different company departments (RD and Sales) to Know Your Switch In this example, all computers can alleviate bandwidth contention and eliminate server and network bottlenecks. Figure 2 Bridging Application 20 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide It can share high-speed applications on the...
.... Figure 1 Backbone Application 1.1.2 Bridging Example In this example application the Switch connects different company departments (RD and Sales) to Know Your Switch In this example, all computers can alleviate bandwidth contention and eliminate server and network bottlenecks. Figure 2 Bridging Application 20 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide It can share high-speed applications on the...
User Guide
Page 21
.... Moreover, the current LAN structure can be partitioned into multiple logical networks. A station can freely communicate with each other. GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide 21 In the following example, use existing adapters and switches. Stations on page 57. 1.1.4.1 Tag-based VLAN Example Ports in the same group(s) unless such traffic first goes through...
.... Moreover, the current LAN structure can be partitioned into multiple logical networks. A station can freely communicate with each other. GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide 21 In the following example, use existing adapters and switches. Stations on page 57. 1.1.4.1 Tag-based VLAN Example Ports in the same group(s) unless such traffic first goes through...
User Guide
Page 22
Figure 4 Shared Server Using VLAN Example 22 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide Ports on the Switch can belong to be used by all ports in the same VLAN as a server can be part of VLAN 1. Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Switch Shared resources such as the server. In the following figure only ports that need access to the server need to other VLAN groups too.
Figure 4 Shared Server Using VLAN Example 22 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide Ports on the Switch can belong to be used by all ports in the same VLAN as a server can be part of VLAN 1. Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Switch Shared resources such as the server. In the following figure only ports that need access to the server need to other VLAN groups too.
User Guide
Page 23
These rubber feet help protect the Switch from the rubber feet. 5 Attach the rubber feet to each corner on a smooth, level surface strong enough to support the weight of the Switch. Figure 5 Attaching Rubber Feet GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide 23 CHAPTER 2 Hardware Installation and... Connection This chapter shows you how to install and connect the Switch. 2.1 Freestanding Installation 1 Make sure the Switch is enough clearance around the Switch to allow air ...
These rubber feet help protect the Switch from the rubber feet. 5 Attach the rubber feet to each corner on a smooth, level surface strong enough to support the weight of the Switch. Figure 5 Attaching Rubber Feet GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide 23 CHAPTER 2 Hardware Installation and... Connection This chapter shows you how to install and connect the Switch. 2.1 Freestanding Installation 1 Make sure the Switch is enough clearance around the Switch to allow air ...
User Guide
Page 24
... unstable or topheavy. Leave space between devices when stacking. This is especially important for enclosed rack installations. 2.2 Mounting the Switch on the side of the Switch. Figure 6 Attaching the Mounting Brackets 24 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide Note: Failure to use the proper screws may damage the unit. 2.2.1.1 Precautions • Make sure the rack...
... unstable or topheavy. Leave space between devices when stacking. This is especially important for enclosed rack installations. 2.2 Mounting the Switch on the side of the Switch. Figure 6 Attaching the Mounting Brackets 24 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide Note: Failure to use the proper screws may damage the unit. 2.2.1.1 Precautions • Make sure the rack...
User Guide
Page 25
... mounting bracket holes into the rack. 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to attach the second mounting bracket on the other side of the Switch. 4 You may now mount the Switch on a rack. GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide 25 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation and Connection 2 Using a #2 Philips screwdriver, install the M3 flat head screws through the mounting bracket...
... mounting bracket holes into the rack. 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to attach the second mounting bracket on the other side of the Switch. 4 You may now mount the Switch on a rack. GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide 25 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation and Connection 2 Using a #2 Philips screwdriver, install the M3 flat head screws through the mounting bracket...
User Guide
Page 27
Figure 8 GS-1524 Front Panel LEDs RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet Mini-GBIC Figure 9 GS-1548 Front Panel LEDs RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide Mini-GBIC 27 CHAPTER 3 Hardware Overview This 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 figures below show the front panel of the Switch.
Figure 8 GS-1524 Front Panel LEDs RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet Mini-GBIC Figure 9 GS-1548 Front Panel LEDs RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide Mini-GBIC 27 CHAPTER 3 Hardware Overview This 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 figures below show the front panel of the Switch.
User Guide
Page 28
The GS-1548 has 48 auto-negotiating, auto-crossover RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports. A transceiver is a single unit that comply with the SFP Transceiver MultiSource Agreement (MSA). The Switch does not come with a straightthrough or crossover Ethernet cable. 3.1.1.1 Default Ethernet Settings The factory ...The following table describes the ports on the Switch are: • Speed: Auto • Duplex: Auto • Flow control: Off 3.1.2 Mini-GBIC Slots There are four mini-GBIC (Gigabit Interface Converter) slots for details. 28 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide Table 1 Panel Connections CONNECTO ...
The GS-1548 has 48 auto-negotiating, auto-crossover RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports. A transceiver is a single unit that comply with the SFP Transceiver MultiSource Agreement (MSA). The Switch does not come with a straightthrough or crossover Ethernet cable. 3.1.1.1 Default Ethernet Settings The factory ...The following table describes the ports on the Switch are: • Speed: Auto • Duplex: Auto • Flow control: Off 3.1.2 Mini-GBIC Slots There are four mini-GBIC (Gigabit Interface Converter) slots for details. 28 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide Table 1 Panel Connections CONNECTO ...
User Guide
Page 29
... while the Switch is functioning properly. Figure 11 Installed Transceiver 3.1.2.2 Transceiver Removal Use the following steps to remove a mini GBIC transceiver (SFP module). Figure 10 Transceiver Installation Example 2 Press the transceiver firmly until it is operating. GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide...slot with different types of PCB board facing down. Chapter 3 Hardware Overview You can use different transceivers to connect to Ethernet switches with the exposed section of fiber-optic connectors. • Type: SFP connection interface • Connection speed: 1 Gigabit per...
... while the Switch is functioning properly. Figure 11 Installed Transceiver 3.1.2.2 Transceiver Removal Use the following steps to remove a mini GBIC transceiver (SFP module). Figure 10 Transceiver Installation Example 2 Press the transceiver firmly until it is operating. GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide...slot with different types of PCB board facing down. Chapter 3 Hardware Overview You can use different transceivers to connect to Ethernet switches with the exposed section of fiber-optic connectors. • Type: SFP connection interface • Connection speed: 1 Gigabit per...
User Guide
Page 30
... panel of the GS-1524. The system is off or is malfunctioning. 30 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide It may take up to 2 minutes for one second and release. Chapter 3 Hardware Overview 1 Open the transceiver's latch (latch styles vary). Press the RESET button for the Switch to log back ...into the Switch. Note: When you reload the ...
... panel of the GS-1524. The system is off or is malfunctioning. 30 GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide It may take up to 2 minutes for one second and release. Chapter 3 Hardware Overview 1 Open the transceiver's latch (latch styles vary). Press the RESET button for the Switch to log back ...into the Switch. Note: When you reload the ...
User Guide
Page 31
...following figures show the rear panels of the AC power input model Switch. The rear panel contains a receptacle for the power cord. Amber On The link to a 100 Mbps Ethernet network is up . Gigabit Ethernet Ports (GS-1548 ONLY) 1 ~ 48 Green On The link to a 10/1000... The port has a successful connection. GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide 31 ACT Green Blinking The port is negotiating in full-duplex mode. Figure 14 GS-1524 Rear Panel Figure 15 GS-1548 Rear Panel 3.3.1 Power Connector Make sure you are occurring. The GS-1524's rear panel also contains the ...
...following figures show the rear panels of the AC power input model Switch. The rear panel contains a receptacle for the power cord. Amber On The link to a 100 Mbps Ethernet network is up . Gigabit Ethernet Ports (GS-1548 ONLY) 1 ~ 48 Green On The link to a 10/1000... The port has a successful connection. GS-1524/GS-1548 User's Guide 31 ACT Green Blinking The port is negotiating in full-duplex mode. Figure 14 GS-1524 Rear Panel Figure 15 GS-1548 Rear Panel 3.3.1 Power Connector Make sure you are occurring. The GS-1524's rear panel also contains the ...