NETGEAR GS348PP - User Manual

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NETGEAR, Inc.

350 East Plumeria Drive

San Jose, CA 95134, USA

NETGEAR INTERNATIONAL LTD

Floor 1, Building 3,

University Technology Centre

Curraheen Road, Cork,

T12EF21, Ireland

Installation Guide

48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged

PoE+ Switch with 24-Port PoE+ (380W)

Model GS348PP

Package contents

• Switch model GS348PP

• Power cord (varies by region)

• Rack-mount kit with four rubber feet

• Installation guide

Note: We recommend that you use Category 5e (Cat 5e) cable or higher for

Gigabit Ethernet connections.

1. Register with the NETGEAR Insight app

1. Search for NETGEAR Insight and download the latest app.

2. Set up a NETGEAR account if you do not have one.

3. Tap the menu in the upper-left corner.

4. Tap REGISTER ANY NETGEAR DEVICE.

5. Enter the serial number located on the bottom of the switch, or use the

camera on your mobile device to scan the serial number bar code.

6. Tap GO.

The switch is registered and added to your account. You can now view the

switch in the NETGEAR Insight app.

Note: Because this is an unmanaged switch, you cannot congure or manage it

in NETGEAR Insight.

2. Connect the switch

VoIP phone

Internet

GS348PP switch

Sample connections

Security cameras

Access point

Router

3. Check the LEDs

When you connect the power cord to the switch and plug it into an electrical

outlet, the LEDs indicate the status.

The GS348PP provides PoE+ or PoE power on ports 1–24 up to 30W to each port,

with a PoE power budget of 380W across all active PoE ports.

LED

Description

Power

On. The switch is receiving power.

Off The switch is not receiving power.

Ethernet

(RJ Port in

Link/ACT

Mode)

Green.1000 Mbps link on this port.

Blinking. 1000 Mbps activity on this port.

Yellow. 100 Mbps or 10 Mbps link on this port.

Blinking. 100 Mbps or 10 Mbps activity on this port.

Off. No link is detected on this port.

PoE+

(RJ Port in

PoE Mode)

Green. PoE+ is in use.

Yellow. PoE+ halted.

Off. PoE+ is not in use on this port.

Fan

On. There is a fan error.

Off. The fan is working correctly.

PoE Max

Indicates the status of the switch’s PoE budget:

Off. Sufcient. More than 7W of PoE power is available.

On. Less than 7W of PoE power is available.

Blinking. At least once during the previous two minutes,

less than 7W of PoE power was available.

LED Mode

Green. Port is in Link/Act Mode.

Yellow. Port is in PoE Mode.

Computer

Internet

PoE+

Ethernet

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This document describes the NETGEAR GS348PP, a 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged PoE+ Switch with 24-Port PoE+ (380W).

Function Description:

The NETGEAR GS348PP is an unmanaged network switch designed to provide Gigabit Ethernet connectivity and Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) capabilities. It features 48 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports, with 24 of these ports supporting PoE and PoE+. The switch is ideal for small to medium-sized businesses that need to power devices such as VoIP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras directly through the network cable, eliminating the need for separate power outlets for these devices. As an unmanaged switch, it offers plug-and-play simplicity without requiring complex configuration, though it can be registered with the NETGEAR Insight app for basic monitoring.

Important Technical Specifications:

Model: GS348PP
Network Interfaces: 48 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 ports (supporting 1G, 100M, and 10M), with 24 PoE/PoE+ ports.
PoE+ Capability: Provides PoE+ or PoE power on ports 1-24, delivering up to 30W to each port.
Max PoE Budget: 380W across all active PoE ports.
Power Input: 100-240VAC, 8A max.
Dimensions (W x D x H): 17.3 x 12.2 x 1.7 in. (440 x 310 x 43 mm).
Weight: 10.1 lb (4.56 kg).
Operating Temperature: 32-113°F (0-45°C).
Operating Humidity: 10%-90% relative humidity, noncondensing.
Compliance: FCC class A, CB, CE class A, VCCI class A, RCM class A, KC, BSMI.
Cable Recommendation: Category 5e (Cat 5e) or higher for Gigabit Ethernet connections.

Usage Features:

Plug-and-Play Operation: As an unmanaged switch, the GS348PP requires no software configuration, making it easy to deploy.
PoE+ Prioritization: PoE and PoE+ power is prioritized in ascending port order (Ports 1-24). If the total power requirements of attached Powered Devices (PDs) exceed the 380W budget, PDs on higher-numbered ports will be disabled first to ensure power to lower-numbered, higher-priority ports.
Flexible Power Delivery: The switch supports various PoE power classes, from very low power (0.44W-3.84W) to high power (12.95W-25.5W), allowing for efficient power distribution based on device needs.
LED Indicators: Comprehensive LED indicators provide real-time status updates:
- Power LED: On (receiving power), Off (not receiving power).
- Ethernet (Link/ACT) LEDs (Green/Yellow): Green (1000 Mbps link), Blinking Green (1000 Mbps activity), Yellow (100 Mbps or 10 Mbps link), Blinking Yellow (100 Mbps or 10 Mbps activity), Off (no link).
- PoE+ (PoE Mode) LEDs (Green/Yellow): Green (PoE+ in use), Yellow (PoE+ halted), Off (PoE+ not in use).
- Fan LED: On (fan error), Off (fan working correctly).
- PoE Max LED: Indicates the PoE budget status: Off (sufficient, >7W available), On (less than 7W available), Blinking (at least once in previous 2 minutes, less than 7W available).
- LED Mode: Green (Link/Act Mode), Yellow (PoE Mode).
NETGEAR Insight App Integration: Users can register the switch with the NETGEAR Insight app to view its status, although configuration and management are not supported for this unmanaged model. This provides a convenient way to monitor the switch from a mobile device.
Rack-Mountable: The switch comes with a rack-mount kit, allowing for secure installation in a standard equipment rack. The installation process involves attaching mounting brackets to the switch and then securing the switch to the rack using pan-head screws.

Maintenance Features:

Troubleshooting LEDs: The detailed LED indicators are crucial for diagnosing network and PoE issues. For instance, a solid yellow PoE Max LED suggests PoE oversubscription, prompting the user to disconnect one or more PoE devices. A solid yellow PoE+ LED on a specific port indicates a PoE fault, which could be due to a short circuit, excessive power demand, current exceeding classification limit, or out-of-range voltage.
Cable Management: If a device receives insufficient PoE power, using a shorter Category 5e or higher cable is recommended, as cable length can affect power delivery.
Fault Resolution: For PoE faults, the recommended solutions include checking the attached Powered Device (PD), restarting the PD by disconnecting and reconnecting it, or restarting the switch itself to resolve the condition.
Fan Monitoring: The Fan LED provides a direct indication of fan health, alerting users to potential cooling issues.

The GS348PP is designed for reliability and ease of use, making it a practical choice for expanding network capabilities with integrated power delivery.