Netgear FS208v2 Installation Guide - Page 1

Installation Guide 1. Register with the NETGEAR Insight app 1. Search for NETGEAR Insight and download the latest app. 5-Port and 8-Port Unmanaged Fast Ethernet Switch (FS205v2 and FS208v2) 5-Port and 8-Port Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch (GS205v2 and GS208v2) Package contents • Switch model FS205v2, FS208v2, GS205v2, or GS208v2 • Power adapter (varies by region) • Installation guide Note: Ethernet cables are not included. We recommend that you use Category 5e (Cat 5e) cable or higher for Gigabit Ethernet connections. 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 configure or manage it in NETGEAR Insight. 2. Connect the switch GS208v2 Access point Desktop Router Internet ReadyNAS Desktop Sample connections Gaming console 3. Power on the switch 1. Connect the power adapter to the switch and plug it into an electrical outlet. 2. If your switch includes an On/Off button, make sure that the button is in the On position. On/Off button June 2019 The LEDs indicate the status. LED Description Power • On. The switch is receiving power. • Off. The switch is not receiving power. Port • Solid green. The switch detected a link with a powered-on device on this port. • Blinking green. The port is sending or receiving traffic. • Off. The switch does not detect a link on this port.