Asante IntraCore 65120 Series User manual

IntraCore™65120 Series
Gigabit Ethernet Switches
Getting Started Guide

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Quick Start Guide
Follow these steps to install the IntraCore 65120 switch:
1. Open the box and check the contents. SeeChapter 1.1Package
Contents for a complete list of the items included with your IntraCore
switch.
2. Install the IntraCore 65120 switch in an equipment or wall rack,
or prepare it for desktop placement.
3. Connect the power supply.
4. Connect network devices to the IntraCore 65120.
5. Refer to the User’s Manual on the accompanying CD-ROM for
configuration and management capabilities.
For more information on installing the IntraCore 65120, please refer
to Chapter 2.6 Installation Overview.

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Table of Contents
Quick Start Guide 2
1. Introduction 7
1.1 Package Contents 7
1.2 LEDs 8
1.3 Front Panel Description 9
2. Installation and Setup 11
2.1 Safety Overview 11
2.2 Recommended Installation Tools 12
2.3 Power Requirements 12
2.4 Environmental Requirements 12
2.5 Cooling and Airflow 13
2.6 Installation Overview 13
2.7 Chassis Installation and Placement 13
2.8 Installing GBIC Interfaces 15
2.9 Connecting Power 16
2.10 Connecting to the Network 17
Appendix A: Troubleshooting and Online Registration 21
Appendix B: Safety and Regulatory Compliance 23
Appendix C: Specifications and Defaults 25

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1Introduction
The IntraCore 65120
Thank you for purchasing the AsantéIntraCore 65120 Gigabit
switch. The IntraCore 65120 delivers powerful management, user
mobility, security, high-availability and multimedia support. The
65120-2G model supports 10 copper Gigabit Ethernet ports and 2
GBIC interface. Each copper port is capable of automatically sens-
ing and working with 10, 100, and 1000 Mbps. The 65120-12G
model supports 12 GBIC ports. Multiple LED indicators display the
status of each port.
The system can operate as
a stand-alone network or be
used in combination with
other IntraCore series
switches in the backbone.
1.1 Package Contents
The following items are included in your package:
•IntraCore 65120 Series Gigabit Ethernet switch
•Self-adhesive rubber pads for desktop installation
•Rack mount kit for rack installation
•Getting Started Guide (this document)
•AC power cord
•IntraCore 65120 CD-ROM

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1.2 LEDs
After the power is turned on, the power LED will cycle through from
amber, to off (for system initialization), to amber again (for system
boot up), to finally green (power is up and system is ready).
After the system boots up, use the followingLEDs to monitor the
status of your switch:
Port LED Color ON OFF
N/A Power/
System Green
Amber
Red
Power is up
Booting
Failure
Power is off
or system is
initializing
10/100/
1000 1G Link Green A valid 1000 Mbps link has
been estab-
lished
No 1000
Mbps link
has been
established
10/100/
1000 10/100 Link Green A valid 10/100 link has been
established
No 10/100
Mbps link
has been
established
10/100/
1000 Activity Blinking Green
SolidGreen
Trafficdetected
No traffic
10/100/
1000 FDXHDX SolidGreen
Blinking Green
Full Duplex
Collisions oc-
curring in half-
duplex
No Full Du-
plex link has
been estab-
lished, or no
collisions
are occur-
ring in half-
duplex
GBIC Link Green A valid link has
been estab-
lished
No GBIC
link has
been estab-
lished
Table 1-1 LEDs

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1.3 Front Panel Description
The 65120-2G (Figure 1-1) has ten 10/100/1000 copper ports, 2
GBIC ports and a console port.
The 65120-12G (Figure 1-2) has 12 GBIC ports and one console
port.
Note: The GBICs are installed normally in the top row; they are in-
stalled upside-down in the bottom row.
Figure 1-1 65120-2G
Figure 1-2 65120-12G

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2Installation and Setup
This chapter explains how to install and connect the IntraCore
65120 to your network. To configure the switch for manage-
ment, refer to the user’s manual on the IC 65120 CD-ROM.
The following guidelines will help you prepare to install the
switch in such a way that it has the proper power supply and
environment.
2.1 Safety Overview
The following information provides safety guidelines to ensure your
safety and to protect the switch from damage.
Note: Be aware, however, that this information is intended as a
guideline, and may not include every possible hazard to which you
may be exposed. Use caution when installing this switch.
•Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to in-
stall or replace this equipment.
•Always use caution when lifting heavy equipment
•Keep the chassis clean
•Keep tools and chassis components off the floor and away from
foot traffic
•Avoid wearing rings or chains (or other jewelry) that could get
caught in the chassis. Metal objects can heat up and cause
serious injury to persons and damage to the equipment. Avoid
wearing loose clothing, I.e. ties or sleeves
When working with electricity, follow these guidelines:
•Before accessing the interior of the chassis, locate
the emergency power-off switch for the room you are in
•Disconnect all external cables before installing or removing a
chassis
•Do not work alone when working with electricity
•Always check that the power has been disconnected from the
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•Do not tamper with the equipment
•Examine your work area for potential hazards (I.e. wet floors,
ungrounded cables, etc.)
For more safety information, please refer to the User’s Manual.
2.2 Recommended Installation Tools
You will need the following tools and equipment (not included) to
install the IntraCore 65120 switch:
•Number 1, number 2 and 3/16-inch flat-
bladescrewdrivers
•Antistatic mat or foam
•An ESD grounding strap
2.3 Power Requirements
The electrical outlet should be located near the IntraCore 65120
and be easily accessible. It must also be properly grounded.
Make sure the power source adheres to the following guidelines:
•Power: Auto Switching 110/240 VAC
•Frequency range: 50/60 Hz
•Maximum input AC Current: 1.0A at 115 VAC full load
2.4 Environmental Requirements
The IntraCore 65120 must be installed in a clean, dry, dust-
free area with adequate air circulation to maintain the following
environmental limits:
•Operating Temperature: 0° to 40° C (32° to 104° F)
•Storage Temperature: -20° to 70° C (-4° to 158° F)
•Relative Humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing
•Storage Relative Humidity: 10% to 95% non-condensing

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Avoid direct sunlight, heat sources, or areas with high levels of
electromagnetic interference.
2.5 Cooling and Airflow
The IntraCore 65120 uses internal fans for
air cooling. Do not restrict air flow by cover-
ing or obstructing air vents on the sides of the
switch.
2.6 Installation Overview
Follow these steps to install the IntraCore 65120:
1. Open the box and check the contents. See Chapter 1.1 Package
Contents for a complete list of the items included with your IntraCore
65120.
2. Install the IntraCore 65120 chassis in an equipment rack or wall
rack, or prepare it for desktop placement.
3. Connect the power supply.
4. Connect network devices to the IntraCore 65120.
5. Refer to the user’s manual on the IC 65120 CD-ROM for con-
figuring the IntraCore 65120 for management capabilities.
2.7 Chassis Installation/Placement
The IntraCore 65120 can be installed in a standard 19-inch equip-
ment rack. It can also be placed on a stable horizontal surface.
Note: The equipment rack or desk on which you install your Intra-
Core 65120mustbe secure and stable. Equipment racks must be
fastened to the floor; desks must be resting on a flat, stable surface.
2.7.1 Installation in an Equipment Rack
To install the unit in an equipment rack, use the following
procedure:
Important! Before continuing, disconnect all cables from the
IntraCore 65120.

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To mount the IntraCore 65120 in an equipment rack:
1. Place the IntraCore 65120 on a flat, stable surface.
2. Locate a rack-mounting bracket (supplied) and place it over the
mounting holes on one side of the unit.
3. Use the screws (supplied) to
secure the bracket (with a Phil-
lips screwdriver).
4. Repeat the two previous steps
on the other side of the unit.
5. Place the switch in the equip-
ment rack.
6. Secure the switch by securing its mounting brackets onto the
equipment rack.
Important! Make sure the unit is supported until all of the mounting
screws for each bracket are secured to the equipment rack. Failure
to do so could cause the unit to fall, which may result in personal
injury or damage to the unit.
2.7.2 Equipment Rack Guidelines
•Size: 423 x 245 x 43 mm
(17.25 x 10.0 x 1.7 inches)
•Ventilation: Ensure that the rack is installed in a room
where the temperature remains below 40° C (104° F). Be
sure that there are no obstructions, such as other equip-
ment or cables, blocking airflow to or from the IntraCore
65120 vents.
•Clearance: In addition to providing clearance for ventilation, en-
sure that there is adequate clearance for servicing the IntraCore
65120from thefront.
2.7.3 Free-Standing/Desktop Placement
The IntraCore 65120 has four rubber feet on the bottom of the case
that allow for freestanding placement of the unit.
Follow the steps below for free-standing/desktop placement:
1. Attach the four rubber pads (supplied) to the bottom of each
corner of the IntraCore 65120 case.

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2. Place the unit on a flat surface with a minimum area of 434.3
mm x 342.9 mm (17.1” x 13.5”) and support capacity of 10 kg
(22 lbs ).
3. Make sure there is enough ventilation space between the Intra-
Core 65120 and surrounding walls or objects.
2.8 Installing GBIC Interfaces
Instructions for installing, removing, and maintaining GBIC inter-
faces are provided in this section.
2.8.1 Installing a GBIC
Note: GBICs are hot-swappable. This means that they can be in-
serted and removed while the unit is powered on.
Note: There are two rows of GBIC slots on the IC65120-12G model.
In the upper row, GBICs are installed right side up, and in the bot-
tom row, GBICs are installed upside down.
1. Remove the GBIC from
its protective packaging.
2. Grip the sides of the
GBIC with your thumb
and forefinger, then insert
the GBIC into the slot on
the face of the Gigabit
Ethernet module.
3. Slide the GBIC into the
slot until you hear or feel
a click. The click indicates
that the GBIC is locked into the slot.
4. When you are ready to install your network cable, remove the
plugs from the GBIC and save them for future use.
2.8.2 Removing a GBIC
Follow the steps below to remove a GBIC interface from a Gigabit
Ethernet module:
1. Disconnect the fiber-optic cable from the GBIC SC-typecon-
nector.
2. Release the GBIC from the slot by simultaneously squeezing
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3. Slide the GBIC out of the slot.
4. Install the plugs in the GBIC optical bores, and place the GBIC
in protective packaging.
2.8.3 GBIC Care and Handling
Follow these GBIC maintenance guidelines:
•Unnecessary removal and insertion of a GBIC can lead to
its premature failure. A GBIC connector has a lifetime of
100 to 500 removals/insertions
•GBICsare static-sensitive.To preventESD damage, follow
your normal board and component handling procedures
•GBICs are dust-sensitive. When the GBIC is stored or
when a fiber-optic cable is not plugged in, always keep
plugs in the GBIC optical bores
•Use an alcohol swab or Kim-Wipe to clean the ferrules of
the optical connector. The most common source of con-
taminants in the optical bores is debris picked up from the
optical connectors
2.9 Connecting Power
Use the following procedure to connect power to the IntraCore
65120:
Important! Carefully review the power requirements (Chapter 2.3)
before connecting power to the IntraCore 65120.
1. Plug one end of the supplied power cord into the power con-
nector on the back of the unit.
2. Plug the other end into a grounded AC outlet.
3. Turn on the system’s power. The Power LED will begin its ini-
tialization process.
The front panel LEDs blink and the Power LED illuminates when it
has initialized. The IntraCore 65120 is ready for connection to the
network.
Important: If the power does not come on, refer to Appendix A:
Troubleshooting.

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2.10 Connecting to the Network
The IntraCore 65120 unit may be connected to an Ethernet network
with the unit powered on or off.Use the following procedure to
make your network connections:
1. Connect network devices to the IntraCore 65120, following the
cable guidelines outlined below.
2. After the unit is connected to the network, it can be configured
for management capabilities. Please refer to the user’s manual
on the IC 65120 CD-ROM.
2.10.1 10/100BaseTX Ports Cabling Procedures
The ten 10/100 ports on the IntraCore 65120-2G allow for the con-
nection of 10BaseT or 100BaseTX network devices. The ports are
compatible with IEEE 802.3 and 802.3u standards.
Important: The IntraCore 65120 must be located within 100 meters
of its attached 10BaseT or 100BaseTX devices.
Use the following guidelines to determine the cabling requirements
for your network devices:
•Connecting to Network Station: Category 5 UTP (Unshielded
Twisted-Pair)straight-through cable (100 meters maximum)
with RJ-45connectors.
•Connectingto Repeater/Hub/Switch:Category 5,UTP cross-
over cable (100 meters maximum) with
RJ-45connectors.
•Connecting to Repeater/Hub/
Switch’s Uplink port: Category 5,
UTP straight-through cable (100
meters maximum) with RJ-45con-
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Although 10BaseT requires only pins 1, 2, 3 and 6, Asantéstrongly
recommends cables with all 8 wires connected as follows:
1000BaseTX requires that all four pairs (8 wires) be connected cor-
rectly. Table 2-1 shows the correct pairing of all eight wires.
Pin Number Pair Number & Wire Colors
12White/Orange
22 Orange/White
33 White/ Green
41 Blue/White
51White/Blue
63 Green/White
74White/Brown
84 Brown/White
Table 2-1

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The console port is used to connect with a terminal using a DB-9
female connector. The setting is 9600-N81. See Table 2-2 for a list
ofpinouts.
2.10.2 Gigabit Ethernet Ports Cabling Procedures
Cabling requirements for the Gigabit Ethernet modules depend on
the type of GBIC interface that has been installed. Use the following
guidelines to determine the cabling requirements for your GBIC:
•1000BaseSX GBIC: Cables with SC-typefiber connectors;
62.5-micron multimode fiber (MMF) media up to 275 meters
(902 feet) long, or 50-micron MMF media up to 550 meters
(1805 feet) long
•1000BaseLX GBIC: Cables with SC-type fiber connectors;
10-micron single mode fiber media up to 5 kilometers
(16,405 feet) long
•1000BaseLX Long Haul GBIC: Cables with SC-type fiber
connectors; 10-micron single mode fiber media up to 100
kilometers (328,100 feet) long
•1000BaseT: Category 5 or better Unshielded Twisted Pair
(UTP) cable to a distance of 100 meters (328.1 feet)
Pin Number Signal Name
1CD Carrier Detect
2RD ReceiveData
3TD Transmit Data
4DTR Data Terminal Ready
5SG Signal Ground
6DSR Data Set Ready
7RTS Request to Send
8CD Carrier Detect
9RI Ring Indicator
Table 2-2

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Appendix A Troubleshooting and Online
Registration
In the unlikely event your network does not operate properly, follow
the troubleshooting tips below:
1. CHECK YOUR POWER CONNECTION. Is the Power LED on?
If not, plug the power cord into another known working AC out-
let.
2. CHECK YOUR NETWORK CABLE. Are the LINK LEDs on? If
not, check the cable connections. Are the connectors seated
correctly in each port? Make sure that the correct type of cable
is connected to each port.
3. CHECK YOUR GBIC CONNECTOR. Are the cables inserted
correctly? The receiving and transmitting plugs must be in-
serted into their respective receptacles correctly in order to es-
tablish a link.
If your switch is still not operating properly, contact AsantéTech-
nologies, Inc. Technical Support (801-566-8991). Before you con-
tact Technical Support, however, please register your switch online
at www.asante.com/support/registration.html.

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