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Planet WGSW-24040 - User Manual

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Users Manual of WGSW-24040 / WGSW-24040R
SGSW-24040 / SGSW-24040R
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Users Manual
WGSW-24040 / WGSW-24040R
24-Port 10/100/1000Mbps
Layer 2 Managed Switch
SGSW-24040 / SGSW-24040R
24-Port 10/100/1000Mbps
Layer 2 Managed Stackable Switch
SGSW-24040P / SGSW-24040P4
24G PoE Managed Stackable Switch
SGSW-24240 / SGSW-24240R
24-Port 100/1000 SFP
Fiber Managed Stackable Switch

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • T
    Tammy JohnsonAug 14, 2025
    Why does my Planet Switch not power up?
    • M
      Melinda PaulAug 14, 2025
      If your Planet Switch fails to power up, the AC power cord may not be properly inserted or could be faulty. Ensure the AC power cord is correctly inserted. If it is, try replacing the power cord. Also, verify that the AC power source is working by connecting another device to it. If that device works, continue troubleshooting the switch; if it doesn't, check the AC power.
  • F
    Faith SmithAug 17, 2025
    What to do if the Planet Switch doesn't connect to the network?
    • M
      matthew34Aug 17, 2025
      If your Planet Switch isn't connecting to the network: 1. Check the LNK/ACT LED on the switch. 2. Try another port on the Switch. 3. Ensure the cable is correctly installed and is the right type. 4. Turn off the power to the switch, wait a moment, and then turn it back on.
  • A
    Alexis RhodesAug 21, 2025
    What to do if performance is bad on Planet Switch?
    • T
      tinafriedmanAug 21, 2025
      If you are experiencing poor performance with your Planet Switch, and the switch is set to full duplex while the connected device is set to half duplex, check the full duplex status of the Ethernet Switch. Also, examine the in/out rate of the port.
  • C
    Connie OconnellAug 25, 2025
    What to do if stacking is not functioning on Planet WGSW-24040 Switch?
    • M
      mark26Aug 25, 2025
      If stacking is not functioning on your Planet Switch, verify that the modules are installed correctly. Ensure that PLANET CB-STX50 or CB-STX200 cables are correctly installed and that the LEDs on the front panel STX1 or STX2 are lit. Also, confirm that you are using the PLANET proprietary stack cable, as a normal HDMI cable cannot be used for the SGSW series. The stack cable is a cross-overed HDMI-like cable.
  • J
    Jessica AndersonAug 29, 2025
    What to do if there is no power forward on Planet Switch?
    • M
      Michael TrujilloAug 29, 2025
      If there is no power forward on your Planet Switch, ensure your PD device complies with the IEEE 802.3af standard, as the SGSW-24040P PoE switch only supports IEEE 802.3af compliant PD. Also, the POE switch uses the signal power pair to forward power, with data and power traversing the pin. Check the documentation for your PD device to ensure the power pair it uses.
  • A
    Amy FieldsSep 1, 2025
    What to do if the 100Base-TX port link LED is lit, but the traffic is irregular on Planet WGSW-24040 Switch?
    • J
      John ThomasSep 1, 2025
      If the 100Base-TX port link LED is lit but the traffic is irregular on your Planet Switch, check that the attached device is not set to dedicate full duplex. Auto-negotiation may not recognize this type of full-duplex setting. Some devices use a physical or software switch to change duplex modes.
  • K
    kayla03Sep 5, 2025
    How to troubleshoot a Planet WGSW-24040 when some stations cannot talk to other stations?
    • B
      Brandon CoxSep 5, 2025
      If some stations cannot communicate with others on different ports of your Planet Switch, examine the VLAN settings, trunk settings, and the port enabled/disabled status.
  • C
    Christina JacobsonSep 9, 2025
    How to fix a Planet WGSW-24040 Switch when the Link LED is not lit?
    • R
      Richard SotoSep 9, 2025
      If the Link LED is not lit on your Planet Switch, check the cable connection and remove duplex mode of the Ethernet Switch.

Summary

1. Introduction

1.1 Packet Contents

Details the items included in the package of the managed switch.

1.2 Product Description

Provides a comprehensive overview of the managed switch's features and capabilities.

1.3 How to Use This Manual

Guidance on navigating and utilizing the information within the user manual.

1.4 Product Features

Highlights the key physical and Layer 2 features of the managed switch.

1.5 Product Specification

Lists the detailed technical specifications for the managed switch models.

2. Installation

2.1 Hardware Description

Details the physical components and interfaces of the managed switch.

2.2 Install the Switch

Provides step-by-step instructions for physically installing the managed switch.

2.3 Stack Installation

Instructions for setting up stacked switch configurations.

3. Switch Management

3.1 Requirements

Lists the necessary hardware and software requirements for managing the switch.

3.2 Management Access Overview

Explains the different methods available for accessing and managing the switch.

3.3 Administration Console

Details on using the console port for switch management.

3.4 Web Management

Instructions for managing the switch using a web browser interface.

3.5 SNMP-Based Network Management

Information on managing the switch using SNMP protocols.

4. WEB CONFIGURATION

4.1 Main WEB PAGE

Overview of the primary web interface and its components.

4.2 System

Configuration options related to the switch's system settings.

4.3 Simple Network Management Protocol

Configuration details for managing the switch via SNMP.

4.4 Port Management

Tools and settings for managing individual switch ports.

4.5 Link Aggregation

Configuration options for aggregating multiple ports into a single logical link.

4.6 VLAN

4.6.1 VLAN Overview

Introduction to Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) and their purpose.

4.6.2 IEEE 802.1 Q VLAN

Details on the IEEE 802.1Q standard for VLAN tagging and operation.

4.6.3 VLAN Basic Information

Summary of the switch's VLAN capabilities and modes.

4.6.4 VLAN Port Configuration

Instructions for configuring VLAN settings on a per-port basis.

4.6.5 VLAN Membership Configuration

How to assign ports to specific VLANs.

4.6.6 Private VLAN Configuration

Configuration options for creating isolated VLAN segments.

4.7 Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol

4.7.1 Theory

Explains the fundamental concepts of Spanning Tree Protocols.

4.7.2 RSTP System Configuration

Configuring system-wide settings for Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol.

4.7.3 RSTP Bridge Status

Displays the status of RSTP bridge instances and elected roles.

4.7.4 RSTP Port Configuration

Configuring RSTP parameters on a per-port basis.

4.7.5 RSTP Port Status

Shows the current operational status of RSTP on each port.

4.7.6 RSTP Port Statistics

Provides statistics related to RSTP traffic on switch ports.

4.8 Quality of Service

4.8.1 Understand QOS

Explains the concepts and benefits of Quality of Service (QoS).

4.8.2 QoS Control List Configuration

Configuration of QoS Control Lists (QCLs) for traffic classification.

4.8.3 Port QoS Configuration

Settings to apply QoS policies to specific switch ports.

4.8.4 QCL Configuration Wizard

A wizard to simplify the setup of QoS Control Lists.

4.8.5 QoS Statistics

Displays statistics for QoS queues on switch ports.

4.8.6 Bandwidth Control

Configuration of port rate limits for policers and shapers.

4.8.7 Storm Control Configuration

Settings to control and mitigate network storm traffic.

4.9 Multicast

4.9.1 IGMP Snooping

Introduction to IGMP snooping for efficient multicast traffic management.

4.9.2 IGMP Snooping Configuration

Configuration options for enabling and managing IGMP snooping.

4.9.3 IGMP Port Related Configuration

Settings related to IGMP snooping functionality on switch ports.

4.9.4 IGMP Snooping Status

Displays the current status and statistics of IGMP snooping.

4.9.5 Multicast Address Table

View and manage the switch's multicast address table.

4.10 IEEE 802.1 X Network Access Control

Overview of 802.1 X (Port-Based) Authentication

Explanation of the 802.1X authentication process and roles.

Overview of MAC-Based Authentication

Description of MAC-based authentication as an alternative security method.

4.10.1 Understanding IEEE 802.1 X Port-Based Authentication

Detailed explanation of how 802.1X port-based authentication works.

4.10.2 802.1 X System Configuration

Configuration of system-wide settings for 802.1X and MAC-based authentication.

4.10.3 802.1 X and MAC-Based Authentication Port Configuration

Port-specific configuration for 802.1X and MAC-based authentication.

4.10.4 802.1 X Port Status

Displays the current state of 802.1X authentication on switch ports.

4.10.5 802.1 X and MAC-Based Authentication Statistics

Provides statistics related to 802.1X and MAC-based authentication.

4.10.6 Windows Platform RADIUS Server Configuration

Steps for configuring a Windows RADIUS server for authentication.

4.10.7 802.1 X Client Configuration

Instructions for configuring 802.1X authentication on client devices.

4.11 Access Control Lists

4.11.1 Access Control List Configuration

Configuration page for setting up Access Control Lists (ACLs).

4.11.2 ACE Configuration

Configuration of Access Control Entries (ACEs) within ACLs.

4.11.3 ACL Configuration wizard

A wizard to simplify the creation and configuration of ACLs.

4.11.4 ACL Rate Limiter Configuration

Configuration of rate limiting parameters for ACL entries.

4.11.5 ACL Ports Configuration

Configuration of ACLs applied to specific switch ports.

4.12 Address Table

4.12.1 MAC Address Table Configuration

Configuration settings for the MAC address table, including aging.

4.12.2 Static MAC Table Configuration

Instructions for configuring static MAC address entries.

4.12.3 MAC Address Table Status

View the current status and entries in the MAC address table.

4.13 Port Security

4.14 LLDP

4.14.1 Link Layer Discovery Protocol

Explains the Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP) for network discovery.

4.14.2 LLDP Configuration

Configuration settings for the LLDP protocol on the switch.

4.14.3 LLDP Neighbor

Displays information about detected LLDP neighbors.

4.14.4 LLDP Statistics

Shows statistics related to LLDP traffic and entries.

4.15 Network Diagnastics

4.15.1 Cable Diagnostics

Tools for diagnosing the status and length of network cables.

4.15.2 Ping

Functionality to test IP connectivity using ICMP ping packets.

4.16 Stacking - SGSW-24040; SGSW-24040 R

4.16.1 Stack

Overview of stacking architecture and related management features.

4.16.2 Stack Configuration

Procedures for configuring stack members and master election.

4.16.3 Stack Information

Information about the current stack topology and member status.

4.16.4 Stack Port State Ovewview

Visual overview of the status of ports within the stack.

4.16.5 Stack Example

A practical example demonstrating the stack configuration process.

4.17 Power over Ethernet (SGSW-24040 P; SGSW-24040 P4)

4.17.1 Power over Ethernet Powered Device

Describes devices that can be powered using PoE.

4.17.2 Power Configuration

Configuration settings for managing power delivery to PoE devices.

4.17.3 PoE Status

Displays the current status of Power over Ethernet ports.

5. Command Line Interface

5.1 Accessing the CLI

Instructions on how to access the switch's Command Line Interface.

5.2 Telnet login

Details on how to log in to the switch remotely using Telnet.

6. Command Line Mode

6.1 System Command

CLI commands for managing system settings and configurations.

6.2 Port Management Command

CLI commands for configuring and monitoring switch ports.

6.3 Link Aggregation Command

CLI commands for configuring link aggregation groups.

6.4 VLAN Configuration Command

CLI commands for configuring VLAN settings.

6.5 Spanning Tree Protocol Command

CLI commands for configuring Spanning Tree Protocol (STP/RSTP).

6.6 Multicast Configuration Command

CLI commands for configuring IGMP snooping and multicast features.

6.7 Quality of Service Command

CLI commands for configuring Quality of Service (QoS) settings.

6.8 802.1 x Port Access Control Command

CLI commands for configuring 802.1X port access control.

6.9 Access Control List Command

6.10 MAC Address Table Command

6.11 LLDP Command

6.12 Stack Management Command

6.13 Power over Ethernet Command

7. Switch Operation

7.1 Address Table

Explanation of the switch's address table functionality.

7.2 Learning

Describes how the switch learns network addresses.

7.3 Forwarding & Filtering

How the switch forwards and filters incoming network packets.

7.4 Store-and-Forward

Details the Store-and-Forward packet forwarding technique.

7.5 Auto-Negotiation

Explanation of the auto-negotiation feature for port speed and duplex.

8. Power Over Ethernet Overview

What is PoE?

Defines Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology and its benefits.

The PoE Provision Process

Details the stages involved in powering a device via PoE.

9. Trouble Shooting

Appendix A

A.1 Switchs RJ-45 Pin Assignments

Diagrams and explanations of RJ-45 port pin assignments.

A.2 10;100 Mbps, 10;100 Base-TX

Information on 10/100Mbps Ethernet connections and cabling.

Appendix B: Glossary

Planet WGSW-24040 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Switching Capacity48 Gbps
Forwarding Rate35.7 Mpps
MAC Address Table8K
Humidity10% to 90% non-condensing
Jumbo Frame9216 bytes
Operating Temperature0°C to 50°C
Power Supply100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
Storage Temperature-40°C to 70°C
Ports24 x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ45 copper ports 4 x 100/1000BASE-X mini-GBIC/SFP slots

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