Netgear GSM7252PS GSM72xxPS and GSM73xxSv2 Series Managed Switch Hardware Inst - Page 26

Managed Stackable Switches GSM7200PS and GSM7300S Series Hardware Installation Guide Connecting a Redundant Power Supply Each switch has a redundant power supply (RPS) connector at the rear of the switch next to the power supply panel. Power receptacle Redundant power supply connector Figure 2-19 Redundant Power Supply You can connect an external DC-to-DC power supply unit to the switch to provide redundant power in case the primary power supply fails. To connect a redundant power supply (RPS) unit to the switch, first turn off the switch. When the power is off, you can remove the cover plate and connect the RPS unit to the switch. After all connections are completed, apply power to the switch. Connecting Equipment to the Switch You can connect devices, a Gigabit Ethernet module, and/or a console to the switch. RJ-45 Ports The switch uses Auto Uplink technology, which enables you to attach devices using either straight-through or crossover cables. Use a Category 5 (Cat5) unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable terminated with an RJ-45 connector. Note: Ethernet specifications limit the cable length between the switch and the attached device to 328 feet (100 meters). Connecting a Console to the Switch After you install the switch and apply power, you can connect to it with a terminal or workstation. You can use the Command Line Interface (CLI) to identify the IP address. If you are stacking switches, see "Creating a Stack" on page 2-24. 26 | Chapter 2: Hardware Installation