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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
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Overview
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Features
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Package Contents
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Verify that your package contains the following:
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CHAPTER 2: PHYSICAL
DESCRIPTION
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Front Panels
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10/100 Mbps RJ-45 Ports
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Gigabit Ethernet Ports (RJ-45 and GBIC module bay)
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LED Descriptions
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Console Port
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Stacking Ports
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CHAPTER 3: APPLICATIONS
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Desktop Switching
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Stacked Switching
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CHAPTER 4: INSTALLATION
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Step 1: Preparing the Site
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Step 2: Installing the Switch
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Step 3: Installing a GBIC Module
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Step 4: Connecting Switches to the Stack’s Backplane
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Step 5: Checking the Installation
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Step 6: Applying AC Power
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Step 7: Connecting to the Console Port to Manage the Switch (initial configuration)
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Step 8: Connecting Devices to the Switch
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Adding or Removing Switches to the stack
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CHAPTER 5: SWITCH MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW
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Management Access Overview
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SNMP Access
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Protocols
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Software Upgrade Procedure
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CHAPTER 6: ADMINISTRATION CONSOLE ACCESS
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Main Menu
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Main Menu> System
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Main Menu> Status
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Main Menu> Set-Up
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Main Menu> Tools
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Main Menu> Security
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Main Menu> Advanced Menu
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CHAPTER 7: WEB MANAGEMENT ACCESS
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System
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Status
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Set-up
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Tools
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Security
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Advanced
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APPENDIX A: GLOSSARY
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APPENDIX B: TROUBLESHOOTING
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Troubleshooting Chart
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Additional Troubleshooting Suggestions
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