Cisco NIM-ES2-8 User Manual

Installing the Cisco 4-Port and 8-Port Layer 2
Gigabit EtherSwitch Network Interface Module
Installing the Cisco 4-Port and8-PortLayer2 Gigabit EtherSwitch Network
Interface Module
August 19, 2016
This guide describes how to install the Cisco 4-Port and 8-Port Layer 2 Gigabit EtherSwitch Network Interface
Module (Cisco NIM-ES2-4 and Cisco NIM-ES2-8) in the Cisco 4000 Series Integrated Services Router (ISR)
and how to connect the NIM-ES2 to your network.
Contents
This guide contains the following sections:
About the Cisco 4-Port and 8-Port Layer 2 Gigabit EtherSwitch Network
Interface Module
This section describes the Cisco NIM-ES2-4 and Cisco NIM-ES2-8. It contains the following sections:
Cisco NIM-ES2-4 and Cisco NIM-ES2-8 Overview
The Cisco 4-Port and 8-Port Layer 2 Gigabit EtherSwitch Network Interface Modules are switch modules to
which you can connect Cisco IP phones, Cisco wireless access point workstations, and other network devices
such as video devices, routers, switches, and other network components.
The following Cisco 4-Port and 8-Port Layer 2 Gigabit EtherSwitch Network Interface Modules are supported
on the Cisco 4000 Series ISRs:
• 4-ports non-POE Layer 2 Gigabit Ethernet Switch Network Interface Module (NIM-ES2-4)
• 8-ports non-POE Layer 2 Gigabit Ethernet Switch Network Interface Module (NIM-ES2-8)
• 8-ports POE Layer 2 Gigabit Ethernet Switch Network Interface Module (NIM-ES2-8-P)
Multiple Cisco NIM-ES2-4 and Cisco NIM-ES2-8 units that can be present on the Cisco 4000 ISR is dictated
by the total NIM slots present in the router.
Cisco 4-Port and 8-Port Layer 2 Gigabit EtherSwitch Network Interface Modules support a maximum of 4K
entries in the MAC table.
Note
The following table lists the maximum number of network modules supported on the router.
Installing the Cisco 4-Port and 8-Port Layer 2 Gigabit EtherSwitch Network Interface Module
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Cisco NIM-ES2-8 Specifications

General

Device Type	Switch
Ports	8
Supported Platforms	Cisco ISR 4000 Series
Operating Temperature	32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Storage Temperature	-40 to 158°F (-40 to 70°C)
Humidity	5 to 95% non-condensing
Port Type	Ethernet
Interface Type	Ethernet
Form Factor	Module
Compatibility	Cisco 4000 Series Integrated Services Routers

Summary

About the Cisco 4-Port and 8-Port Layer 2 Gigabit EtherSwitch Network Interface Module

Cisco NIM-ES2-4 and Cisco NIM-ES2-8 Overview

Describes the Cisco NIM-ES2-4 and NIM-ES2-8 modules, their capabilities, and supported models.

Cisco NIM-ES2-4 and Cisco NIM-ES2-8 Ports

Port Numbering

Explains how Ethernet ports are numbered on the NIM modules for configuration.

Port Types

Introduces the port types available on the NIM modules.

10/100/1000 RJ45 Ports

Details the 10/100/1000 RJ45 ports, speed, duplex, and PoE capabilities.

Cisco NIM-ES2-4 and Cisco NIM-ES2-8 LEDs

EN LED

Explains the Enable (EN) LED status, indicating module self-test and availability.

Port Link/Act LED

Explains the meaning of the Port Link/Act LED for each port.

PoE LED Status

Describes the PoE LED status for ports on the 8-port POE NIM.

Preparing for Installation

Safety Warnings

Lists critical safety warnings for installing and using the NIM modules.

Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

General Maintenance Guidelines and Safety Recommendations for Cisco NIM-ES2-4 and Cisco NIM-ES2-8s

General Maintenance Guidelines

Provides guidelines for maintaining the router and NIMs.

Safety Recommendations

Lists safety recommendations for working with the equipment.

Software Requirements for the Cisco NIM-ES2-4 and Cisco NIM-ES2-8-P

Installing the Cisco NIM-ES2-4 and Cisco NIM-ES2-8 in a Cisco 4000 Series ISR

Removing the Cisco NIM-ES2-4 and Cisco NIM-ES2-8 from a Cisco 4000 Series ISR

Provides step-by-step instructions for removing the NIM modules.

Verifying Cisco NIM-ES2-4 and Cisco NIM-ES2-8 Installation on a Cisco 4000 Series ISR

Explains how to verify the installation using the 'show diag' command.

Power Specifications for the Cisco NIM-ES2-4 and Cisco NIM-ES2-8s

Connecting to the Cisco NIM-ES2-4 and Cisco NIM-ES2-8 Ports

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