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ZyXEL Communications GS1500-24P User Manual

ZyXEL Communications GS1500-24P
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GS1500-24P
Web Managed GbE Switch
Copyright © 2009
ZyXEL Communications Corporation
Firmware Version 1.00
Edition 2, 1/2011
Default Login Details
IP Address http://192.168.1.1
User Name admin
Password 1234

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ZyXEL Communications GS1500-24P Specifications

General IconGeneral
Ports24
PoE Ports24
Switching Capacity52 Gbps
MAC Address Table8K
Jumbo Frame9K
Storage Temperature-40°C to 70°C
Dimensions (W x D x H)44 mm
Operating Temperature0°C to 50°C
Humidity10% to 90% (non-condensing)
Power SupplyInternal

Summary

About This User's Guide

Intended Audience

Manual is for users configuring the Switch via web interface.

Need More Help?

Guides users to website resources like Download Library and Knowledge Base.

Customer Support Information

Details how to contact vendor or ZyXEL for support issues.

Document Conventions

Warnings and Notes Explanation

Explains symbols for warnings and notes used in the guide.

Syntax and Formatting Conventions

Defines text formatting, key strokes, and notation used in the manual.

Safety Warnings

Product Usage and Handling Precautions

Lists safety precautions for using the product to avoid hazards.

Getting to Know Your Switch

Introduction to Switch Features

Introduces chapter features and applications of the Switch.

Network Application Examples

Describes Backbone, Bridging, High Performance, and VLAN examples.

Hardware Installation and Connection

Installation Scenarios Overview

Explains placing the Switch on a desktop or in a rack.

Desktop Installation Procedure

Step-by-step guide for desktop installation of the Switch.

Rack-Mounting the Switch

Instructions for mounting the Switch in a standard EIA rack.

Hardware Panels

Front Panel Overview

Details the front panel of the Switch, including ports and LEDs.

Mini-GBIC Slots and Transceiver Installation

Describes SFP slots for transceivers and their installation.

RESET Button, Rear Panel, and LEDs

Explains the RESET button, rear panel, power connector, and LEDs.

The Web Configurator

System Login Procedure

Steps to start the web browser and access the Switch login page.

Status Screen Navigation

Describes the initial screen after login and its components.

Password Change and Lockout Procedures

Recommends password change and warns about lockout actions.

Resetting and Logging Out

Explains how to reset the Switch and log out for security.

Initial Setup Example

Creating a VLAN

Explains confining broadcast frames to a VLAN group.

Setting Port VLAN ID (PVID)

Details using PVID to tag incoming untagged frames for VLAN forwarding.

Configuring Switch Management IP Address

Explains how to change the default management IP address.

System Configuration

System Information Display

Displays general Switch information like firmware version and MAC address.

Time and IP Address Configuration

Configures system time and the Switch IP address/gateway.

User Account and Port Settings

Configures web configurator login details and Switch port settings.

Link Aggregation

Link Aggregation Overview and Concepts

Explains logically aggregating links for higher bandwidth and STP/LACP.

Trunk Group and Algorithm Configuration

Describes assigning ports to trunk groups and configuring distribution algorithms.

LACP and Static Trunking Examples

Details LACP configuration and provides a static trunking example.

VLAN Configuration

VLAN Concepts and IEEE 802.1Q Standards

Explains VLANs, tagging, forwarding, and terminology.

Static and Port-Based VLAN Setup

Describes configuring static VLANs and port VLAN IDs (PVIDs).

Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)

STP Overview and Basic Concepts

Explains STP's role in preventing network loops and defines key terms.

STP Operation and Port States

Explains how STP works and describes port states (Disabled, Blocking, etc.).

STP Global and Port Settings

Details configuring global STP modes and individual port settings.

Quality of Service (QoS)

QoS Overview and Priority Settings

Introduces QoS, traffic prioritization, and DiffServ concepts.

DSCP and Policy-Based Priority Configuration

Maps DSCP values to priorities and configures policy-based rules.

Packet Scheduling Algorithms

Explains SPQ, WFQ, and WRR algorithms for managing network congestion.

Port Mirroring

Mirroring Overview and Configuration

Discusses port-based and policy-based mirroring setup.

Port-based and Policy-based Mirroring

Details selecting mirror ports and configuring traffic for examination.

SNMP Network Management

SNMP Overview and Basic Settings

Explains SNMP protocol and configuring basic settings.

SNMPv3 Security and Configuration

Covers SNMPv3 for enhanced security with groups and users.

Supported MIBs and SNMP Traps

Lists supported Management Information Bases (MIBs) and trap types.

Rate Limiting Traffic Flows

Rate Limit Overview and Summary

Introduces configuring traffic rate limits for maximum allowable bandwidth.

Adding and Modifying Rate Limit Policies

Details adding or modifying rate limit policies for traffic flows.

Bandwidth Control and Jumbo Frames

Overview and Functionality

Introduces capping maximum bandwidth and configuring Jumbo Frames.

Bandwidth Control Configuration

Explains how to limit bandwidth for incoming and outgoing traffic.

Jumbo Frame Setting

Configures the maximum size for Jumbo Frames.

Power Over Ethernet (PoE)

PoE Overview and Configuration

Introduces PoE support and configuring power allocation to devices.

MAC Address Management

MAC Address Overview and Concepts

Explains MAC forwarding tables and static MAC address forwarding.

Static MAC and Filtering Configuration

Details configuring static MAC entries and MAC filtering rules.

IEEE 802.1x Port Authentication

802.1x Overview and Authentication Process

Introduces 802.1x authentication and the RADIUS server process.

802.1x Settings Configuration

Details activating 802.1x security and configuring RADIUS server parameters.

Dynamic ARP Configuration

ARP Overview and Concepts

Explains ARP, ARP table entries, and inspection overview.

Dynamic ARP and MAC-IP Binding Configuration

Configures dynamic ARP settings and static MAC-IP bindings.

Dynamic ARP VLAN Setting

Enables ARP validation checks based on VLAN ranges.

Storm Control

Storm Control Overview and Configuration

Introduces storm control and configuring packet rate limits per port.

Defence Engine

Defence Engine Overview and Activation

Introduces the Defence Engine to protect the CPU from traffic floods.

Monitoring Switch Operations

Monitoring Overview and Tasks

Explains logging and port statistics for monitoring Switch events.

Logging Configuration and Viewing

Configures logging settings and displays Switch logs.

Port Statistics Monitoring

Displays port statistics like link status and packet counts.

Switch Tools and Utilities

Tools Overview and Functions

Explains configuring screens for firmware and configuration file maintenance.

TFTP for Configuration and Firmware Management

Details backing up/restoring configurations and upgrading firmware via TFTP.

Reset and Reboot Switch Functions

Explains how to reset to factory defaults and restart the Switch.

Troubleshooting Switch Issues

Power, Hardware, and LED Problems

Addresses issues related to power, connections, and LED behavior.

Switch Access and Login Problems

Troubleshooting steps for accessing or logging into the Switch.

Product Specifications

Changing a Fuse

Fuse Removal and Installation

Instructions for safely removing and installing a fuse.

Common Services Information

Legal Information

Copyright, Disclaimer, and Trademarks

Provides copyright notice, liability disclaimer, and trademark information.

Regulatory Warnings and Compliance

Details FCC, CE, BSMI warnings, and laser product information.

ZyXEL Warranty and Product Registration

Details the product warranty terms and registration process.

Open Software Announcements

End-User License Agreement Overview

Presents the license agreement terms for the product's software.

License Terms, Restrictions, and Warranties

Outlines software usage restrictions, ownership, and warranty disclaimers.

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