Cisco Catalyst Express 500 Getting Started Guide

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Getting Started Guide for the Catalyst Express 500 Switches
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Getting Started Guide
About This Guide
This guide explains how to configure a Catalyst Express 500 switch for the first
time. Basic configuration involves assigning network settings and a password to
the switch.
After you complete the basic configuration, you can access the internal device
manager application to manage and customize the switch. The device manager is
an easy-to-use interface that provides tools for configuring, monitoring, and
problem solving.
Before You Begin
Before you power or install the switch, review the safety information in the
Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Catalyst Express 500
Switch that accompanies this guide.
For More Information
For complete information about installing and using the switch, see the
documentation online at Cisco.com > Technical Support & Documentation >
Switches > Cisco Catalyst Express 500 Series Switches.

Cisco Catalyst Express 500 Specifications

General

Model	Cisco Catalyst Express 500
Category	Switch
MAC Address Table Size	8000 entries
RAM	64 MB
Flash Memory	16 MB
Authentication Method	RADIUS, TACACS+
Jumbo Frame Support	Yes
Uplink Ports	2 x combo Gigabit Ethernet
PoE Support	Yes
Management	Web-based management interface
Status Indicators	system
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab
Features	VLAN support, QoS
Power Supply	Internal
Operating Temperature	0 to 40 °C
Storage Temperature	-20 to 70 °C
Relative Humidity	10% to 85% (non-condensing)