Cisco Catalyst 3560-X Series User Manual

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Catalyst 3750-X and 3560-X Switch
Getting Started Guide
• About this Guide, page 1
• Box Contents, page 2
• Running Express Setup, page 3
• Managing the Switch, page 8
• Installing the Switch, page 10
• Securing the AC Power Cord (Optional), page 14
• Connecting the StackWise Cables (Catalyst 3750-X Switch), page 14
• Connecting the StackPower Cables (Catalyst 3750-X Switch), page 15
• Installing the Network Module (Optional), page 16
• Connecting the Switch Ports, page 17
• Troubleshooting, page 19
• Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request, page 20
About this Guide
This guide describes how to use Express Setup to initially configure your Catalyst switch. It also covers
switch management options, basic rack-mounting, stacking, port and module connections, and
troubleshooting.
For more installation and configuration information, see the Catalyst 3750-X and 3560-X documentation
on Cisco.com. For system requirements, important notes, limitations, open and resolved bugs, and
documentation updates, see the release notes on Cisco.com.
When using the online publications, refer to the documents that match the Cisco IOS software version
running on the switch.
For translations of the warnings that appear in this publication, see the Regulatory Compliance and
Safety Information for the Catalyst 3750-X and 3560-X Switches on Cisco.com.

Cisco Catalyst 3560-X Series Specifications

General

Product Type	Switch
Layer	Layer 3
Model	Cisco Catalyst 3560-X Series
Ports	24 or 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports
Stacking	Yes, with FlexStack
Power Supply	Internal power supply (redundant power supply optional)
PoE	Available on select models (PoE and PoE+)
MAC Address Table Size	Up to 16, 000 entries
Layer 3 Features	RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, PIM
Security Features	ACLs, 802.1X
Management	CLI, SNMP, Web GUI
Operating Humidity	10 to 95% (noncondensing)
Dimensions	4.4 x 44.5 x 37.8 cm

Summary

Running Express Setup

Requirements and Initial Steps

Lists necessary equipment and covers initial setup steps like PC configuration and powering on.

Entering Setup Mode

Ensures POST completion and how to activate Express Setup mode using the Mode button.

Connection and Access

Connecting the switch via Ethernet and accessing the Express Setup window via IP address.

Configuration Details

Configuring IP addresses, subnet masks, gateways, passwords, and optional parameters.

Advanced Settings and Finalization

Configuring advanced options, submitting changes, and completing the setup process.

Managing the Switch

Installing the Switch

Installation Warnings and Guidelines

Connecting StackWise Cables

Connecting StackPower Cables

Installing the Network Module

Connecting the Switch Ports

Troubleshooting

Express Setup Issues

Common problems and solutions for when Express Setup does not run or display correctly.