Allied Telesis AT-8324SX User manual

AT-8324SX
Fast Ethernet Switch
Quick Install Guide
PN 613-50120-00 Rev A

Copyright 2000 Allied Telesyn International, Corp.
960 Stewart Drive Suite B, Sunnyvale CA 94086, USA
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without prior
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consequential damages whatsoever, including but not limited to lost profits, arising out
of or related to this manual or the information contained herein, even if Allied Telesyn
International, Corp. has been advised of, known, or should have known, the possibility
of such damages.

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Safety Warnings
Standards: This product meets the following standards.
RFI Emission EN55022 (1998)/CISPR-22 (1995) Class A 1
EN60555-2 (1995) Class A
EN60555-3
WARNING: In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. 2
Immunity IEC 1000-4-2 (4 kV CD, 8 kV AD) 3
IEC 1000-4-3 (1995) (3 V/m)
IEC 1000-4-4 (1995) (1.0 kV - (power line);
0.5 kV - (signal line))
IEC 1000-4-6 (1995) (3 Vrms)
EN50082-1 (1992)
EN61000-4-2 (1995)
EN61000-4-4 (1995)
Electrical Safety CSA/NRTL (CSA 22.2.950& UL 1950) 4
EN60950 (TUV/GS)
IMPORTANT: Appendix A contains translated safety statements for installing this
equipment. When you see the , go to Appendix A for the translated safety statement in
your language.
WICHTIG: Anhang A enthält übersetzte Sicherheitshinweise für die Installation dieses
Geräts. Wenn Sie sehen, schlagen Sie in Anhang A den übersetzten Sicherheitshinweis
in Ihrer Sprache nach.
VIGTIGT: Tillæg A indeholder oversatte sikkerhedsadvarsler, der vedrører installation
af dette udstyr. Når De ser symbolet , skal De slå op i tillæg A og finde de oversatte
sikkerhedsadvarsler i Deres eget sprog.
BELANGRIJK: Appendix A bevat vertaalde veiligheidsopmerkingen voor het installeren
van deze apparatuur. Wanneer u de ziet, raadpleeg Appendix A voor vertaalde
veiligheidsinstructies in uw taal.
IMPORTANT: L'annexe A contient les instructions de sécurité relatives à l'installation
de cet équipement. Lorsque vous voyez le symbole , reportez-vous à l'annexe A pour
consulter la traduction de ces instructions dans votre langue.
TÄRKEÄÄ: Liite A sisältää tämän laitteen asentamiseen liittyvät käännetyt turvaohjeet.
Kun näe -symbolin, katso käännettyä turvaohjetta liitteestä A.
IMPORTANTE: l’Appendice A contiene avvisi di sicurezza tradotti per l’installazione di
questa apparecchiatura. Il simbolo , indica di consultare l’Appendice A per l’avviso di
sicurezza nella propria lingua.
U.S. Federal Communications Commission
RADIATED ENERGY
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in
a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with this instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Note: Modifications or changes not expressly approved of by the manufacturer or the
FCC, can void your right to operate this equipment.
Industry Canada
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-
Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur
le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

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VIKTIG: Tillegg A inneholder oversatt sikkerhetsinformasjon for installering av dette
utstyret. Når du ser , åpner du til Tillegg A for å finne den oversatte
sikkerhetsinformasjonen på ønsket språk.
IMPORTANTE: O Anexo A contém advertências de segurança traduzidas para instalar
este equipamento. Quando vir o símbolo, leia a advertência de segurança traduzida no
seu idioma no Anexo A
IMPORTANTE: El Apéndice A contiene mensajes de seguridad traducidos para la
instalación de este equipo. Cuando vea el símbolo , vaya al Apéndice A para ver el
mensaje de seguridad traducido a su idioma.
OBS! Bilaga A innehåller översatta säkerhetsmeddelanden avseende installationen av
denna utrustning. När du ser , skall du gå till Bilaga A för att läsa det översatta
säkerhetsmeddelandet på ditt språk.

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Safety Warnings ............................................................................................. iii
Table of Contents ............................................................................................ v
Welcome to Allied Telesyn .......................................................................... vii
Where to Find Web-based Guides .................................................................. vii
Document Conventions .................................................................................. viii
Contacting Allied Telesyn .............................................................................. viii
Online Support ........................................................................................ viii
For Technical Support and Services ....................................................... viii
Technical Support E-mail Addresses ....................................................... ix
Returning Products .......................................................................................... ix
FTP Server ......................................................................................................... x
For Sales or Corporate Information ................................................................. x
Tell Us What You Think ................................................................................... x
AT-8324SX Fast Ethernet Switch ................................................................ 1
Installing the Switch .......................................................................................... 3
Verifying the Package Contents ................................................................. 3
Reviewing Safety Guidelines ...................................................................... 3
Installing the Switch................................................................................... 5
Switch LEDs ....................................................................................................... 7
Technical Specifications ..................................................................................... 8
Appendix A
Translated Electrical Safety and Emission Information....................... 9
Appendix B
Technical Support Fax Order .................................................................... 21
Incident Summary............................................................................................ 21
Appendix C
AT-8324SX Quick Install Guide Feedback............................................... 23
Table of Contents

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This guide contains instructions on how to install an AT-8324SX Fast
Ethernet Switch.
Where to Find Web-based Guides
The Allied Telesyn web site at www.alliedtelesyn.com provides you with an
easy way to access the most recent documentation and technical information
for all of our products. All web-based documents relating to this product and
other Allied Telesyn products can be downloaded from the web site in pdf
format.
There are several other manuals that you will need in addition to this guide in
order to install and manage your new switch. The following manual, which is
available from the Allied Telesyn web site, contains complete installation
instructions for the switch:
❑AT-8324SX Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide,
PN 613-50118-00
If you purchased an optional AT-BMGMT Management Module for the switch,
you will need to download the following manual from the web site for
instructions on how to use the AT-S29 management software:
❑AT-S29 Management Software User’s Guide, PN 613-50115-00
If you purchased an AT-BSTACK1 Stacking Module or a media expansion
module, such as an AT-B15/SX, you can refer to the documentation included
with the module for installation instructions.
Welcome to Allied Telesyn

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Document Conventions
This guide uses several conventions that you should become familiar with first
before you begin to install the product.
Note
A note provides additional information.
Caution
A caution indicates that performing or omitting a specific action may
result in equipment damage or loss of data.
Warning
A warning indicates that performing or omitting a specific action
may result in bodily injury.
Contacting Allied Telesyn
There are several ways to contact Allied Telesyn technical support: online,
telephone, fax and e-mail.
Online Support
You can request technical support online by filling out the Tech-Assistant
Form at www.alliedtelesyn.com/forms/feedtech.htm.
For Technical Support and Services
Americas
United States, Canada, Mexico,
Central America, South America
Tel: [phone], option 4
Fax: [phone]
Germany
Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Eastern
Europe
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Asia
Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia,
Indonesia, Korea, Philippines, China,
India, Hong Kong
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Italy
Italy, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Turkey,
Israel
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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Technical Support E-mail Addresses
United States and Canada
[e-mail]
Latin America, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Caribbean, and Virgin Islands
[e-mail]
United Kingdom, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland
[e-mail]
Returning Products
Products for return or repair must first be assigned a Return Materials
Authorization (RMA) number. A product sent to Allied Telesyn without a
RMA number will be returned to the sender at the sender’s expense.
To obtain an RMA number, contact Allied Telesyn’s Technical Support at one
of the following locations:
Australia
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Japan
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
France
France, Belgium, Luxembourg,
The Netherlands, Middle East, Africa
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
United Kingdom
United Kingdom, Denmark, Norway,
Sweden, Finland
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
North America
2205 Ringwood Ave
San Jose, CA 95131
Tel: [phone], option 4
Fax: [phone]
European Customer Support Centre
10/11 Bridgemead Close
Westmead Industrial Estate
Swindon, Wiltshire SN5 7YT
England
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Latin America, the Caribbean,
Virgin Islands
Tel: international code + 425-481-3852
Fax: international code + 425-483-9458
Mexico and Puerto Rico
Tel: [phone], ext 3852 or
1-800-424-4284, ext 3852
Mexico only: 95-800-424-5012, ext 3852
Fax: international code + 425-489-9191

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FTP Server
If you know the name of a specific device driver that you need for an Allied
Telesyn device, you can download the driver by connecting directly to our FTP
server at ftp://gateway.centre.com.
At login, enter ‘anonymous’. Enter your e-mail address for the password as
requested by the server at login.
For Sales or Corporate Information
Tell Us What You Think
If you have any comments or suggestions on how we might improve this or
other Allied Telesyn documents, please fill out the “AT-8324SX Quick Install
Guide Feedback” on page 23 and return the form to us at the address or fax
number provided. You can also provide feedback online by filling out the
Feedback on Documentation form at www.alliedtelesyn.com/forms/
feedmanu.htm.
Allied Telesyn International, Corp.
19800 North Creek Parkway, Suite 200
Bothell, WA 98011
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Allied Telesyn International, Corp.
960 Stewart Drive, Suite B
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Tel: [phone] (USA and Canada)
Fax: [phone]

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The AT-8324SX Fast Ethernet Switch features 24 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
ports with RJ-45 connectors. Each port supports connection to a 10 Mbps
Ethernet or 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet device and features full- or half-duplex
operation. The switch also has the following three expansion slots on the rear
panel:
The upper expansion slot is for the optional AT-BMGMT Management
Module, which adds SNMP/RMON management to the switch.
The lower right slot can accommodate one of several media expansion
modules, such as the AT-B15/SX module. These modules can be used
to build a high-speed backbone or to provide a dedicated connection to
a network device, such as a network server.
The lower left expansion slot can be used for a media expansion
module or the AT-BSTACK1 Stacking Module, which you can use to
build a switch stack.
Note
For information on site requirements, switch stacks, cabling
specifications, network topologies, and other installation
information, refer to the AT-8324SX Fast Ethernet Switch
Installation Guide. This guide is available from the Allied Telesyn
web site at www.alliedtelesyn.com.
AT-8324SX Fast Ethernet Switch

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Figure 1 illustrates the front panel of the switch.
Figure 1 AT-8324SX Front Panel
Figure 2 illustrates the rear panel.
Figure 2 AT-8324SX Rear Panel
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AT-8324SX Quick Install Guide
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Installing the Switch
The following sections explain how to install the Ethernet switch in your
network.
Verifying the Package Contents
Make sure the following components are included in the switch package. If
any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your sales representative.
One AT-8324SX Fast Ethernet Switch
Rack mounting kit
Power cord (Americas, EC, Australia, and UK only)
This Quick Install Guide
Warranty card
Reviewing Safety Guidelines
Please review the following safety guidelines before you begin to install the
Ethernet switch. Refer to Appendix A for translated safety statements in your
language. The first two warnings apply only if you install a fiber optic
expansion module in the switch.
Warning
Class 1 laser product. 5
Warning
Do not stare into the laser beam. 6
Warning
Electric Shock Hazard: To prevent electric shock, do not remove
the cover.There are no user-serviceable parts inside. The unit
contains hazardous voltages and should only be opened by a
trained and qualified technician. 7
Warning
Lightning Danger: Do not work on this equipment or cables
during periods of lightening activity 8

4
Warning
Power cord is used as a disconnection device: To de-energize
equipment, disconnect the power cord. 9
Warning
Electrical-Type Class 1 Equipment: This equipment must be
earthed. The power plug must be connected to a properly wired
earth ground socket outlet. An improperly wired socket outlet
could place hazardous voltages on accessible metal parts. 10
Caution
Pluggable Equipment: The socket outlet should be installed
near the equipment and should be easily accessible. 11
Caution
Air vents: The air vents must not be blocked on the unit and must
have free access to the room ambient air for cooling. 12
Caution
Operating Temperature: This product is designed for a
maximum ambient temperature of 50°C. 13
Caution
All Countries: Install this product in accordance with local and
National Electric Codes. 14

AT-8324SX Quick Install Guide
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Installing the Switch
The Ethernet switch can be installed in a standard EIA 19-inch rack or on a
table or desktop. The following instructions explain how to install the switch
as a stand-alone unit. For instructions on how to install the switch as part of a
stack, refer to the AT-8324SX Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide.To
install the switch, perform the following steps:
1. Remove all components from the shipping package and store the
packaging material in a safe location.
2. Locate a level, secure surface for the switch.
3. If you purchased an expansion module for the switch, install the module by
following the instructions included with the module, or by referring to the
AT-8324SX Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide.
4. If you purchased an AT-BSTACK1 Stacking Module or an AT-BMGMT
Management Module for the switch, install the module by following the
instructions included with the module or by referring to the AT-8324SX
Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide.
5. Stick the supplied self-adhesive rubber feet to the four concave spaces
located in the corners on the bottom of the switch.
Note
Do not install the self-adhesive feet if you are installing the switch
in a rack.
6. To install the switch in a standard EIA 19-inch rack, do the following:
a. Using a cross-head screwdriver, attach the supplied brackets to the
sides of the switch.
b. Position the switch in the rack by lining up the holes in the brackets
with the appropriate holes in the rack.
c. Attach the switch to the rack using appropriate screws (not supplied).
7. Connect the twisted pair cables from the end nodes to the RJ-45 ports on
the switch. When inserting an RJ-45 pug into a port, be sure the tab on the
plug clicks into position to ensure that it is properly seated.

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Caution
Do not plug a phone jack connector into any RJ-45 port. This may
damage the switch. Use only twisted pair cables with RJ-45
connectors that conform with FCC standards.
Note
To determine whether a crossover cable is necessary when
connecting an end node to the switch, refer to the AT-8324SX Fast
Ethernet Switch Installation Guide.
8. Apply AC power to the switch by plugging the power cord into the AC
power connector on the back panel of the unit and plugging the other end
into a wall outlet.
Caution
The power cord is used as a disconnect device. To de-energize
equipment, disconnect the power cord. 9
9. If you purchased a redundant power supply (RPS) unit for the Ethernet
switch, connect the RPS unit to the DC INPUT connector on the rear of the
switch.
10. Check the Power LED on the front panel of the switch. The LED should be
ON. The unit will automatically select the setting that matches the
connected input voltage. No additional adjustments are necessary when
connecting the unit to any input voltage within the range marked on the
rear panel.
11. Wait for the switch to complete its self-diagnostic tests. The tests take
approximately 10 seconds.
Note
The unit supports a “hot remove” feature that permits you to
connect or disconnect twisted pair or fiber cables without having to
power off the switch and without disrupting the operation of the
other devices connected to the switch.
The switch is ready for normal network operations.

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Switch LEDs
Table 1 describe the functions of the LEDs on the Ethernet switch.
For information on troubleshooting the switch, refer to the AT-8324SX Fast
Ethernet Switch Installation Guide.
Table 1 Port and System Status LEDs
LED Condition Status
System
PWR On Switch is receiving power.
RPS On Redundant power is on and the RPS is in the
backup or active mode.
Off Redundant power is off or has failed.
MGMT On Agent is operational.
RJ-45 Ports
Link On Port has established a valid network connec-
tion.
Amber Valid 10 Mbps connection.
Green Valid 100 Mbps connection.
Flashing Port has been partitioned due to an abnormal
network condition, or manually disabled.
Activity1
1. Use the MODE Select button to select LED display mode.
On Traffic is passing through the port.
FULL DUP1On Port has been set to full-duplex.
FLOW1On Flow control enabled.
Module Ports
STATUS On A module is installed in the slot.
ACT Flashing Traffic is passing through the port.

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Technical Specifications
Lists the technical specifications of the unit.
Table 2 Technical Specifications
Physical Specifications
Ports 24 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX with Auto-Negotiation
Expansion Slots Three on rear panel
Dimensions (W x D x H): 44.0 x 28.5 x 6.4 cm
(17.37 x 11.22 x 2.53 in.)
Weight 4.82 kg (10.63 lb)
Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature 0° C to 50° C (32° to 122° F)
Storage Temperature -20° C to 70° C (-4° to 158° F)
Operating Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing
Power Specifications
AC Input 100 to 240 V, 50 to 60 Hz
Maximum Current 0.80A @ 110VAC, 0.50A @ 240VAC
Power Consumption 80 Watts maximum
Agency Compliance
EMC FCC Class A; Industry Canada Class A; EN55022
(CISPR 22) Class A; VCCI Class A; C-Tick - AS/NZS
3548 (1995) Class A
Immunity IEC 1000-4-2/3/4/6
Safety CSA/NRTL (CSA 22.2.950 & UL 1950); EN60950
(TUV/GS)
CE Mark

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Appendix A
Translated Electrical Safety and Emission
Information
IMPORTANT: This appendix contains multiple-language translations for the
safety statements in this guide.
WICHTIG: Dieser Anhang enthält Übersetzungen der in diesem Handbuch
enthaltenen Sicherheitshinweise in mehreren Sprachen.
VIGTIGT: Dette tillæg indeholder oversættelser i flere sprog af
sikkerhedsadvarslerne i denne håndbog.
BELANGRIJK: Deze appendix bevat vertalingen in meerdere talen van de
veiligheidsopmerkingen in deze gids.
IMPORTANT: Cette annexe contient la traduction en plusieurs langues des
instructions de sécurité figurant dans ce guide.
TÄRKEÄÄ: Tämä liite sisältää tässä oppaassa esiintyvät turvaohjeet usealla
kielellä.
IMPORTANTE: questa appendice contiene traduzioni in più lingue degli
avvisi di sicurezza di questa guida.
VIKTIG: Dette tillegget inneholder oversettelser til flere språk av
sikkerhetsinformasjonen i denne veiledningen.
IMPORTANTE: Este anexo contém traduções em vários idiomas das
advertências de segurança neste guia.
IMPORTANTE: Este apéndice contiene traducciones en múltiples idiomas de
los mensajes de seguridad incluidos en esta guía.
OBS! Denna bilaga innehåller flerspråkiga översättningar av
säkerhetsmeddelandena i denna handledning.

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Standards: This product meets the following standards:
1RFI Emission EN55022 (1998)/CISPR-22 (1995) Class A
EN60555-2 (1995) Class A
EN60555-3
2 WARNING: In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
3Immunity IEC 1000-4-2 (4 kV CD, 8 kV AD)
IEC 1000-4-3 (1995) (3 V/m)
IEC 1000-4-4 (1995) (1.0 kV - (power line);
0.5 kV - (signal line))
IEC 1000-4-6 (1995) (3 Vrms)
EN50082-1 (1992)
EN61000-4-2 (1995)
EN61000-4-4 (1995)
4Electrical Safety CSA/NRTL (CSA 22.2.950& UL 1950)
EN60950 (TUV/GS)
SAFETY
5 WARNING: Class 1 Laser product.
6 WARNING: Do not stare into the laser beam.
7 ELECTRICAL NOTICES
WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
To prevent ELECTRIC shock, do not remove the cover. No user-serviceable parts
inside. This unit contains HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES and should only be opened by a
trained and qualified technician. To avoid the possibility of ELECTRIC SHOCK,
disconnect electric power to the product before connecting or disconnecting the LAN
cables.
8 LIGHTNING DANGER
DANGER: DO NOT WORK on equipment or CABLES during periods of
LIGHTNING ACTIVITY.
9CAUTION:
POWER CORD IS USED AS A DISCONNECTION DEVICE. TO DE-
ENERGIZE EQUIPMENT, disconnect the power cord.
U.S. Federal Communications Commission
RADIATED ENERGY
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with this
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his
own expense.
Note: Modifications or changes not expressly approved of by the manufacturer or
the FCC, can void your right to operate this equipment.
Industry Canada
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement
sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.