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Linksys SLM2024 User Manual

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USER GUIDE
BUSINESS SERIES
Business Series Smart
Gigabit Ethernet Switch
Model: SLM2048, SLM2024, SLM248G, SLM248P, SLM224G, SLM224P

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Linksys SLM2024 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLinksys
ModelSLM2024
CategoryNetwork Router
LanguageEnglish

Summary

About This Guide

Icon Descriptions

Explains icons used in the user guide for attention.

Online Resources

Lists useful website addresses for further information.

Copyright and Trademarks

Provides legal information regarding product branding and ownership.

Chapter 1: Introduction

Introduction

Provides an overview of the Linksys Business Series Smart Gigabit Ethernet Switch features.

Chapter 2: Product Overview

SLM2048

Details the front and back panel features and ports of the SLM2048 model.

SLM2024

Details the front and back panel features and ports of the SLM2024 model.

SLM248G

Details the front and back panel features and ports of the SLM248G model.

SLM248P

Details the front and back panel features and ports of the SLM248P model.

SLM224G

Details the front and back panel features and ports of the SLM224G model.

SLM224P

Details the front and back panel features and ports of the SLM224P model.

Chapter 3: Installation

Overview

Explains how to connect network devices to the switch.

Pre-Installation Considerations

Discusses important factors and guidelines before installing the switch.

Desktop Placement

Provides instructions for placing the switch on a desktop surface.

Rack-Mount Placement

Offers guidelines and steps for mounting the switch in a standard rack.

Hardware Installation

Details the physical steps for connecting network devices to the switch ports.

Uplinking the Switch

Explains how to connect the switch to a higher-level network segment.

Chapter 4: Configuration Using the Web-based Utility

Setup

Introduces the main configuration interface and basic system information.

Setup > Summary

Displays a summary of switch information and current port status.

Setup > Network Settings

Allows configuration of system name, location, contact, and IP address settings.

Setup > Time

Configures the switch's system date, time, time zone, and daylight saving settings.

Port Management

Provides access to configure port settings, link aggregation, and PoE power.

Port Management > Port Settings

Displays and allows configuration of individual port speed, duplex, and flow control.

Port Management > Link Aggregation

Enables creation of aggregated links (LAGs) for increased bandwidth and redundancy.

Port Management > LACP

Configures Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) for automatic LAG negotiation.

Port Management > PoE Power Settings

Allows configuration and management of Power over Ethernet (PoE) for specific ports.

VLAN Management

Manages Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) for network segmentation and isolation.

VLAN Management > Create VLAN

Allows creation and configuration of global parameters for new VLANs.

VLAN Management > Port Settings

Configures VLAN behavior for specific ports, including frame types and PVID.

VLAN Management > Port to VLAN

Assigns ports to VLANs and specifies whether they are tagged or untagged.

VLAN Management > VLAN to Port

Displays VLAN membership information for each port and allows modification.

Statistics

Provides access to display statistical information for network interfaces.

Statistics > Interface Statistics

Shows detailed packet statistics for Ethernet ports or LAGs.

Security

Manages security features including 802.1X, port security, and access control.

Security > 802.1x Settings

Configures port-based 802.1X authentication using an external server.

Security > Port Security

Secures individual ports by limiting access based on MAC addresses.

Security > IP Access List

Specifies IP addresses that are permitted to manage the device.

Security > Storm Control

Configures broadcast and multicast storm control to limit network flooding.

Security > RADIUS

Configures RADIUS servers for centralized user authentication and authorization.

QoS

Manages Quality of Service (QoS) settings for traffic prioritization and bandwidth management.

QoS > CoS Settings

Configures Class of Service (CoS) settings for traffic prioritization based on Layer 2 priority.

QoS > Queue Settings

Defines QoS queue forwarding types and mapping for traffic prioritization.

QoS > DSCP Settings

Maps Differentiated Services Code Point (DSCP) values to specific queues for QoS.

QoS > Basic Mode

Configures basic QoS mode and trust settings for traffic handling.

Spanning Tree

Manages Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) to prevent network loops and ensure loop-free topology.

Spanning Tree > STP Status

Displays the current Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) status of the switch.

Spanning Tree > Global STP

Configures global STP parameters, including BPDU handling and path cost defaults.

Spanning Tree > STP Port Settings

Assigns specific STP settings to individual network interfaces like ports or LAGs.

Multicast

Manages multicast configuration options, including IGMP snooping and bridge multicast settings.

Multicast > IGMP Snooping

Configures IGMP snooping globally and for specific VLANs to optimize multicast traffic.

Multicast > Bridge Multicast

Manages bridge multicast settings for ports and LAGs, assigning them to multicast groups.

Multicast > Bridge Multicast Forward All

Configures the forwarding of multicast packets to appropriate ports or VLANs.

Admin

Provides access to system administration settings, tools, and user management.

Admin > User Authentication

Manages user accounts, passwords, and authentication methods for device access.

Admin > Static Address

Assigns static IP addresses to specific network interfaces for consistent access.

Admin > Dynamic Address

Manages dynamic MAC addresses learned by the switch and their aging parameters.

Admin > Port Mirroring

Configures port mirroring for traffic monitoring, analysis, and debugging purposes.

Admin > Save Configuration

Allows uploading and downloading switch configuration files via TFTP or HTTP.

Admin > Firmware Upgrade

Downloads firmware upgrade files from a TFTP server or a computer.

Admin > Reboot

Restarts the switch, automatically saving current configuration settings.

Admin > Factory Default

Resets the switch to its original factory default settings, erasing current configuration.

Admin > Logging

Manages system logs, enabling logging and setting event message levels.

Admin > Memory Logs

Displays system logs that are saved in RAM (Cache) in chronological order.

Admin > Flash Logs

Displays system logs saved in flash memory, including severity and message text.

Logout

Terminates the current login session and logs out of the web interface.

Appendix A: About Gigabit Ethernet and Fiber Optic Cabling

Gigabit Ethernet

Explains Gigabit Ethernet speed, integration, and hardware requirements.

Fiber Optic Cabling

Describes fiber optic cabling types, connectors, and their use in networks.

Appendix B: Glossary

Glossary

Provides definitions of basic networking terms encountered in the manual.

Appendix C: Specifications

SLM2024/SLM2048

Lists detailed technical specifications for SLM2024 and SLM2048 switch models.

SLM224G/SLM248G/SLM224P/SLM248P

Lists detailed technical specifications for SLM224G, SLM248G, SLM224P, SLM248P models.

Appendix D: Warranty Information

Limited Warranty

Details the limited warranty terms, conditions, and customer responsibilities for Linksys products.

Appendix E: Regulatory Information

FCC Statement

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

Safety Notices

Provides important safety precautions and warnings for product usage and handling.

Industry Canada Statement

States the equipment's compliance with Canadian ICES-003 standards.

Appendix E: Contact Information

Linksys Contact Information

Lists contact details for Linksys customer support, RMA, and other services.

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