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Installation Guide
ES3528M-PoE
Fast Ethernet Switch

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Edge-Core ES3528M-PoE Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEdge-Core
ModelES3528M-PoE
CategoryNetwork Router
LanguageEnglish

Summary

About This Guide

Purpose of the Guide

Details hardware features, physical and performance characteristics, and installation procedures for the device.

Intended Audience

The guide is for network administrators responsible for installing and setting up network equipment.

Related Publications

Lists other guides providing specific information on operation and management functions of the switch.

Conventions Used

Explains the conventions (Note, Caution, Warning) used throughout the guide to convey information.

Revision History

This section summarizes the changes made in each release of this guide.

November 2008 Revision

Indicates that this is the first release of the guide.

Compliances and Safety Warnings

FCC Class A Compliance

Details the equipment's compliance with FCC rules for Class A digital devices.

Industry Canada Class A Compliance

Confirms the apparatus does not exceed Class A limits for radio noise emissions.

CE Mark Declaration of Conformance for EMI and Safety (EEC)

RFI Emission Standards

Specifies compliance with limit class A according to EN 55022:1998 and harmonic current emission standards.

Immunity Standards

Lists various immunity standards applied for evaluation, including ESD, RF fields, and voltage variations.

LVD Standard

References compliance with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) standard EN 60950-1:2001.

Safety Compliance Guidelines

Fiber Optic Port Safety

Advises users not to look directly at the transmit laser or port when the device is powered on.

Power Cord Safety

Provides essential safety information and precautions for connecting the switch's power cord.

Power Cord Set Requirements by Region

U.S.A. and Canada Power Cord

Details the UL-approved and CSA certified cord set specifications for North America.

Denmark Power Cord

Specifies requirements for the Danish power plug and supply cord.

Switzerland Power Cord

Details the power plug compliance requirements for Switzerland.

U.K. Power Cord

Specifies the UK power plug compliance and fuse requirements.

Europe Power Cord

Details the European power plug (SCHUKO) and cord specifications.

Warnings and Cautionary Messages

Product Serviceability

Informs users that the product contains no user-serviceable parts.

Installation and Removal Safety

Stresses that installation and removal must be performed by qualified personnel only.

Grounding and Electrical Safety

Advises connecting the ground lead to a valid earth ground line to prevent electrical hazards.

Laser Safety Precautions

Warns about laser use for fiber optics and advises against direct eye contact with transmit ports.

PoE and LAN Cable Restrictions

States that PoE devices and LAN cables must be contained within the same building.

RJ-45 Port Usage Caution

Warns against plugging phone jack connectors into RJ-45 ports, as it may damage the device.

Cable Connector Standards

Recommends using only FCC-compliant twisted-pair cables with RJ-45 connectors.

Electrostatic Discharge Precautions

Advises using anti-static measures when handling the equipment to prevent discharge.

Environmental Statement

End of Product Life Span

Details the product's design for component recovery and disposal at its end of life.

Manufacturing Materials

Confirms the product contains no hazardous nor ozone-depleting materials.

Documentation Practices

Describes the use of biodegradable paper and non-toxic inks for printed documentation.

Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview of the Switch

Introduces the ES3528M-PoE switch, its features, and management capabilities.

Switch Architecture

Explains the wire-speed, non-blocking switching fabric and store-and-forward method.

Description of Hardware

100 BASE-TX and 1000 BASE-T Ports

Details the 24 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports and 4 1000 Mbps ports with auto-negotiation.

Power-over-Ethernet Capability

Explains the IEEE 802.3af PoE standard and how power is supplied to attached devices.

Network Management Options

Describes LEDs, management agent, and connection methods for switch management.

SFP Slots

SFP Transceiver Support

Details the shared SFP transceiver slots and the types of transceivers supported.

Status Indicators

Port and System Status LEDs

Explains the function and status indications of system and port LEDs.

Power and System Details

System Status LED

Details the status and conditions of the system LED for power and diagnostics.

Power Supply Sockets

Describes the standard AC power socket located on the rear panel of the switch.

Features and Benefits

Connectivity Features

Lists port types, auto-negotiation, MDI/MDI-X support, and cable compatibility.

Expandability Options

Details support for SFP transceiver slots and the types of SFP transceivers.

Performance Characteristics

Covers bridging, switching table, store-and-forward, and flow control mechanisms.

Management Capabilities

Mentions LEDs, management agent, and supported management protocols.

Chapter 2: Network Planning

Introduction to Switching

Explains how network switches partition networks and improve overall bandwidth.

Application Examples

Supplying Power over Ethernet (PoE)

Illustrates using the switch to power PoE devices like IP phones and cameras.

Collapsed Backbone Configuration

Network Aggregation Plan

Remote Connections with Fiber Cable

Making VLAN Connections

Application Notes

Chapter 3: Installing the Switch

Selecting a Site for Installation

Provides guidelines for choosing a suitable location for the switch installation.

Ethernet Cabling Requirements

Details the requirements for 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet cabling.

Installation Preparation

Equipment Checklist

Lists package contents and essential equipment needed for installation.

Package Contents

Lists the items included in the switch package.

Optional Rack-Mounting Equipment

Lists the additional equipment required for mounting the switch in a rack.

Mounting Procedures

Rack Mounting

Provides instructions and considerations for mounting the switch in a standard equipment rack.

Desktop or Shelf Mounting

Installing an Optional SFP Transceiver

Connecting to a Power Source

Connecting to the Console Port

Wiring Map for Serial Cable

Provides pin assignments and wiring details for the serial console cable connection.

Chapter 4: Making Network Connections

Connecting Network Devices

Explains how to connect the switch to various network devices like PCs, servers, hubs, and routers.

Twisted-Pair Devices

Details the requirements for using unshielded twisted-pair cables with RJ-45 connectors.

Power-over-Ethernet Connections

Explains how PoE power is detected and delivered to connected devices through the Ethernet cable.

Network Connection Procedures

Cabling Guidelines

Provides guidelines for using RJ-45 ports, cable types, and cautions for connections.

Connecting to PCs, Servers, Hubs and Switches

Step-by-step instructions for making twisted-pair connections to network devices.

Network Wiring Connections

Fiber Optic SFP Devices

Connectivity Rules

1000 BASE-T Cable Requirements

Specifies requirements for Category 5e/6 cabling for 1000BASE-T connections.

1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Collision Domain

Lists maximum cable lengths for different fiber optic cable types.

Ethernet Collision Domains

100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Collision Domain

Specifies the maximum cable length for 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet connections.

10 Mbps Ethernet Collision Domain

Specifies the maximum cable length for 10BASE-T Ethernet connections.

Cable Labeling and Connection Records

Emphasizes labeling cables and keeping records for efficient troubleshooting.

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

Diagnosing Switch Indicators

Provides a troubleshooting chart for common switch LED indicator symptoms and actions.

Power and Cooling Problems

Discusses potential issues with power supply and cooling fans and how to diagnose them.

Installation Troubleshooting

Suggests testing components in an alternate environment if installation issues arise.

In-Band Access for Management

Appendix B: Cables

Twisted-Pair Cable and Pin Assignments

Details pin assignments and wiring for 10/100/1000 Mbps twisted-pair cables.

Cable Pin Assignments

10 BASE-T100 BASE-TX Pin Assignments

Provides pinout details for 10/100BASE-TX MDI and MDI-X ports.

Straight-Through Wiring

Illustrates the wiring diagram for straight-through twisted-pair cables.

Cable Wiring

Crossover Wiring

Illustrates the wiring diagram for crossover twisted-pair cables.

1000 BASE-T Pin Assignments

Details pin assignments for 1000BASE-T MDI and MDI-X ports using four wire pairs.

Cable Testing and Adjustment

Cable Testing for Category 5 Cable

Outlines testing requirements for existing Category 5 cabling for 1000BASE-T.

Cable Testing for Category 6 and 6 a Cable

Outlines testing requirements for Category 6 and 6a cabling.

Adjusting Category 5 Cabling for 1000 BASE-T

Suggests measures to adapt existing Category 5 cabling to run 1000BASE-T.

Fiber Standards

Appendix C: Specifications

Physical Characteristics

Lists physical attributes including ports, network interface, buffer, weight, size, temperature, and humidity.

Power and Management Specifications

Power Supply Specifications

Details the internal auto-ranging power supply and its voltage/frequency ratings.

Power Consumption

Specifies the maximum power consumption and current ratings for the device.

Switch Features

Covers forwarding mode, throughput, and flow control mechanisms.

Management Features

Lists in-band and out-of-band management methods supported by the switch.

Supported Standards

Lists the network access and protocol standards the switch complies with.

Specifications - Compliances

Compliance Standards

Lists CE Mark, Emissions (FCC, EN), Immunity (EN), and Safety standards.

Glossary

Ethernet Standards (10 BASE-T, 100 BASE-TX, 1000 BASE-T)

Defines various Ethernet specifications including speed, cable type, and wire pairs.

Networking Concepts (Auto-Negotiation, Bandwidth, Collision)

Defines networking terms like auto-negotiation, bandwidth, collision, and collision domain.

Glossary Terms Part 2

Networking Methods (CSMACD)

Defines CSMA/CD method and terms like End Station, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Full Duplex, Gigabit Ethernet.

Industry Standards Organizations and Protocols

Defines IEEE, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3u standards.

Glossary Terms Part 3

Ethernet Protocols (IEEE 802.3 x, IEEE 802.3 z)

Defines IEEE 802.3x flow control and IEEE 802.3z Gigabit Ethernet specifications.

Network Components and Concepts

Defines LAN Segment, LED, LAN, MIB, MAC, Modal Bandwidth, Network Diameter, RJ-45 Connector, Switched Ports, TIA.

Glossary Terms Part 4

Network Protocols (TCPIP, UDP)

Defines Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and User Datagram Protocol (UDP).

Cable Types and Virtual LANs

Defines UTP cable and Virtual LAN (VLAN) concepts.

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