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Catalyst 2950 Desktop Switch Hardware Installation Guide
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Installation
This chapter describes how to install your switch, interpret the power-on self-test
(POST), and connect the switch to other devices. Read these topics, and perform
the procedures in this order:
• Preparing for Installation, page 3-2
• Verifying Switch Operation, page 3-10
• Installing the Switch in a Rack, page 3-10
• Installing the Switch on a Table, Shelf, or Desk, page 3-22
• Installing the Switch on a Wall, page 3-23
• Installing the GBIC Modules, page 3-26
• Installing and Removing SFP Modules, page 3-28
• Connecting to 10/100 and 10/100/1000 Ports, page 3-32
• Connecting to 100BASE-FX and 1000BASE-SX Ports, page 3-36
• Connecting to an LRE Port, page 3-38
• Connecting to GBIC Module Ports, page 3-44
• Connecting to an SFP Module, page 3-49
• Where to Go Next, page 3-50