NETGEAR GS716TP - Introduction

Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
Overview................................................................................................5
Management options...........................................................................5
Features.................................................................................................7
Safety instructions and warnings........................................................8
Chapter 2 Hardware Overview
Front panel..........................................................................................12
LEDs......................................................................................................13
Back panel...........................................................................................14
RJ-45 ports for 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet connectivity..........15
SFP uplink port for fiber connectivity...............................................16
Multi-function Reset button...............................................................16
Chapter 3 Applications
PoE overview.......................................................................................19
PoE and desktop switching...............................................................19
Hi-power PoE for surveillance and security.....................................21
Chapter 4 Installation
Step 1: Prepare the site......................................................................24
Step 2: Protect against electrostatic discharge..............................25
Step 3: Unpack the switch.................................................................25
Step 4: Mount or place the switch....................................................27
Mount the switch in a rack............................................................27
Place the switch on a flat surface.................................................28
Optional Step 5: Install SFP transceiver modules...........................28
Step 6: Connect devices to the switch.............................................29
Step 7: Check the installation...........................................................30
Step 8: Apply AC power and check the LEDs.................................30
Step 9: Manage the switch................................................................30
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting chart.......................................................................33
PoE troubleshooting suggestions....................................................34
Additional troubleshooting suggestions.........................................34
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