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Dell PowerConnect 2824 User Manual

Dell PowerConnect 2824
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Dell™ PowerConnect™
28xx Systems
User Guide

Table of Contents

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Dell PowerConnect 2824 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Throughput35.6 Mpps
MAC address table8000 entries
Jumbo frames supportYes
Maximum data transfer rate1 Gbit/s
Supported data transfer rates10/100/1000 Mbps
10G supportNo
Number of VLANs64
Networking standardsIEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1v, IEEE 802.1W, IEEE 802.1X, IEEE 802.3ac, IEEE 802.3ad, IEEE 802.3x
Dimensions (WxDxH)330 x 230.5 x 42 mm
Power requirements100 V
Networking featuresGigabit Ethernet
Connectivity technologyWired
Dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial)13 x 9.1 x 1.65 \
DHCP featuresDHCP server, DHCP client
Switch typeUnmanaged
Switch layer-
Data link protocolsEthernet
Supported network protocolsIGMPv2, GARP, GVRP, GMP, IPv6
Power connectorDC-in jack
SFP/SFP+ slots quantity2
Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity24
Product colorBlack
Input current1 A
Heat dissipation95.5 BTU/h
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 45 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)10 - 95 %
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Weight2500 g

Summary

Notes, Notices, and Cautions

Types of Notes and Cautions

Explains NOTE, NOTICE, and CAUTION indicators for user guidance.

1 Introduction

System Description

Describes the hardware configurations of the PowerConnect 28xx switches.

Features

Details various features of the PowerConnect 28xx switches.

Management Modes

Explains Managed, Unmanaged, and Secure modes of switch operation.

2 Hardware Description

Switch Port Configurations

Explains the front and back panel port configurations of the switches.

LED Definitions

Explains the meaning of various LEDs on the switch front panel.

Physical Dimensions

Lists physical dimensions for different PowerConnect models.

3 Installing the PowerConnect Device

Installation Precautions

Lists critical safety precautions for device installation.

Site Requirements

Details site requirements for power, clearance, cabling, and environment.

Mounting the Device

Provides instructions for mounting the device in various locations.

4 Starting and Configuring the Device

Management Modes

Explains the different operating modes: Managed, Unmanaged, and Secure.

Initial Configuration

Guides through initial configuration using the set-up wizard or web interface.

Startup Menu Options

Details options available in the startup menu, like software download and password recovery.

5 Using Dell OpenManage Switch Administrator

Understanding the Interface

Introduces the Switch Administrator interface components and navigation.

Switch Administrator Buttons

Explains the functions of administrator buttons for managing the device.

Starting the Application

Guides through launching the Switch Administrator application and accessing the device.

6 Configuring System Information

Defining General Device Information

Covers defining general device parameters like system name, location, and contact.

Resetting the Device

Describes how to reset the device remotely via the web interface.

Defining Device IP Addresses

Covers defining IP addresses, subnet masks, and default gateways.

Managing Device Security

Covers defining local user accounts, passwords, and RADIUS security.

Managing Files

Covers managing device software, image, and configuration files.

7 Configuring Device Switching

Configuring Network Security

Explains network security features like port-based authentication.

Configuring Ports

Details how to define and modify port parameters like speed and duplex.

Aggregating Ports

Explains port aggregation for optimizing port usage and increasing bandwidth.

Configuring VLANs

Covers VLAN configuration, including tagging and membership.

Spanning Tree Protocol Configuration

Details configuring STP for loop prevention and network stability.

8 Viewing Statistics

Viewing RMON Statistics

Covers viewing RMON statistics for network information.

Viewing the CPU Utilization

Explains how to view CPU utilization statistics.

9 Configuring Quality of Service

Defining QoS Parameters

Introduces QoS parameters like Classification and Action.

Mapping CoS Values to Queues

Details mapping CoS values to traffic queues.

Mapping DSCP Values to Queues

Explains mapping DSCP values to forwarding queues.

A Managing the Device Using the CLI

Accessing the Device Through the CLI

Guides on accessing the device using the Command Line Interface (CLI).

Command Mode Overview

Explains the different command modes within the CLI.

CLI Commands Reference

Provides a reference for common CLI commands.

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