NETGEAR GC728X

Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
Overview................................................................................................................5
Features.................................................................................................................6
Safety Instructions and Warnings..........................................................................8
Chapter 2 Hardware Overview
Hardware Description..........................................................................................11
Front Panel......................................................................................................11
Status LEDs....................................................................................................12
Back Panel......................................................................................................14
Switch Hardware Interfaces.................................................................................14
RJ-45 Ports for 10/100/1000M BASE-T Ethernet Connectivity.......................14
SFP and SFP+ Ports for Fiber Connectivity....................................................15
USB Port.........................................................................................................16
Console Port....................................................................................................16
Multifunction Reset Button..............................................................................16
Chapter 3 Applications
Aggregation and Backbone Switching.................................................................18
PoE Overview......................................................................................................19
Aggregation and Backbone Switching With PoE..................................................20
Chapter 4 Installation
Step 1: Prepare the Site.......................................................................................22
Step 2: Protect Against Electrostatic Discharge...................................................22
Step 3: Unpack the Switch...................................................................................23
Step 4: Install the Switch......................................................................................24
Install the Switch in a Rack.............................................................................24
Install the Switch on a Flat Surface.................................................................25
Optional Step 5: Install SFP Transceiver Modules...............................................25
Step 6: Connect Devices to the Switch................................................................26
Step 7: Check the Installation..............................................................................26
Step 8: Apply Power and Check the LEDs...........................................................26
Step 9: Manage the Switch..................................................................................27
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Chart..........................................................................................29
PoE Troubleshooting Suggestions.......................................................................30
Additional Troubleshooting Suggestions..............................................................30
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