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FCC Warning
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the 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 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 expense.
CE Mark Warning
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the
user may be required to take adequate measures.
Warnung!
Dies ist ein Produkt der Klasse A. Im Wohnbereich kann dieses Produkt Funkstoerungen verursachen. In diesem Fall
kann vom Benutzer verlangt werden, angemessene Massnahmen zu ergreifen.
Precaución!
Este es un producto de Clase A. En un entorno doméstico, puede causar interferencias de radio, en cuyo case, puede
requerirse al usuario para que adopte las medidas adecuadas.
Attention!
Ceci est un produit de classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, ce produit pourrait causer des interférences
radio, auquel cas l`utilisateur devrait prendre les mesures adéquates.
Attenzione!
Il presente prodotto appartiene alla classe A. Se utilizzato in ambiente domestico il prodotto può causare interferenze
radio, nel cui caso è possibile che l`utente debba assumere provvedimenti adeguati.
VCCI Warning
この装置は、クラス A情報技術装置です。この装置を家庭環境で使用すると電波妨害を引き起こすことがあります。
この場合には使用者が適切な対策を講ずるよう要求されることがあります。 VCCI-A
BSMI Notice
此為甲類資訊技術設備，於居住環境中使用時，可能會造成射頻擾動，在此種情況下，使用者會被要求採取某些適當的
對策。
Safety Compliance
Warning: Class 1 Laser Product:
•EN: When using a fiber optic media expansion module, never look at the transmit laser while it is powered on.
Also, never look directly at the fiber TX port and fiber cable ends when they are powered on.
•FR: Ne regardez jamais le laser tant qu’il est sous tension. Ne regardez jamais directement le port TX
(Tramsmission) à fibres optiques et les embouts de câbles à fibres optiques tant qu’ils sont sous tension.
SFP (Mini-GBIC), XENPAK, and XFP Regulatory Compliance
Networks pluggable optical modules meet the following regulatory requirements:
•Class 1 Laser Product.
•EN60825-1+A2:2001 or later, European laser standard.

•FCC 21 CFR Chapter 1, Subchapter J in accordance with FDA & CDRH requirements.

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Table of Contents
Intended Readers ........................................................................................................................................................1
Typographical Conventions .........................................................................................................................................1
Notes and Cautions .....................................................................................................................................................1
Safety Instructions .......................................................................................................................................................1
Safety Precautions..................................................................................................................................................1
General Precautions for Rack-Mountable Products ....................................................................................................3
Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge..................................................................................................................4
Chapter 1 Introduction................................................................................................................................................5
Switch Description .......................................................................................................................................................5
Package Contents........................................................................................................................................................5
Features.......................................................................................................................................................................6
Front Panel Components.............................................................................................................................................8
Ports........................................................................................................................................................................9
LED Indicators......................................................................................................................................................10
Rear Panel Components............................................................................................................................................12
Side Panel Components............................................................................................................................................13
Smart Fans ...........................................................................................................................................................15
Chapter 2 Installation................................................................................................................................................17
Installation Guidelines................................................................................................................................................17
Installing the Switch without a Rack ..........................................................................................................................17
Installing the Switch in a Standard 19" Rack.............................................................................................................18
Installing Transceivers into the Transceiver Ports.....................................................................................................19
Power On (AC Power) ...............................................................................................................................................20
Power Failure (AC Power)....................................................................................................................................20
Installing the Power Cord Clip..............................................................................................................................20
Power On (DC Power)...............................................................................................................................................23
Installing the Redundant Power Supply (RPS)..........................................................................................................24
Connecting the RPS to the RPS Port...................................................................................................................25
Installing the RPS into a Rack-mount Chassis..........................................................................................................25
Chapter 3 Connecting the Switch............................................................................................................................26
Switch to End Node ...................................................................................................................................................26
Switch to another Switch............................................................................................................................................26
Connecting to a Network Backbone or Server...........................................................................................................27
Chapter 4 Introduction to Switch Management .....................................................................................................28
Management Options.................................................................................................................................................28
Connecting to the Console Port.................................................................................................................................28
Connecting to the Switch for the First Time..........................................................................................................29
Creating a User Account.......................................................................................................................................30
Configuring the IP Address...................................................................................................................................31
SNMP Settings...........................................................................................................................................................32
Traps.....................................................................................................................................................................32
Management Information Base (MIB)...................................................................................................................32
Chapter 5 Web-based Switch Configuration..........................................................................................................34
Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................34
Logging into the Web UI ............................................................................................................................................34
Web-based User Interface (Web UI) .........................................................................................................................35
Areas of the Web UI .............................................................................................................................................35
Web Pages ...........................................................................................................................................................36
Appendix A – Technical Specifications......................................................................................................................37
General ......................................................................................................................................................................37

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Physical and Environmental.......................................................................................................................................37
Performance...............................................................................................................................................................39
LED Indicators ...........................................................................................................................................................40
Port Functions............................................................................................................................................................41
Appendix B – Cables and Connectors........................................................................................................................44
Ethernet Cable...........................................................................................................................................................44
Console Cable ...........................................................................................................................................................45
Redundant Power Supply (RPS) Cable.....................................................................................................................45
Warranties & Technical Support .................................................................................................................................47

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Intended Readers
Intended Readers
Typographical Conventions
Notes and Cautions
Safety Instructions
General Precautions for Rack-Mountable Products
Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge
The DGS-1510/ME Series Hardware Installation Guide contains information about the installation, maintenance and
technical information of switches in this series. This manual is intended for network administrators familiar with
network management concepts and terminology.
For all practical reasons all the switches in this series will simply be referred to as the Switch throughout this manual.
All example screenshots are taken from the DGS1510-28XMP/ME switch. In Power over Ethernet (PoE) examples,
the DGS1510-28XMP/ME switch will be used.
Typographical Conventions
Convention Description
Bold Font Indicates a button, a toolbar icon, menu, or menu item. For example: Open the
File menu and choose Cancel. Used for emphasis. May also indicate system
messages or prompts appearing on screen. For example: You have mail.
Italics Indicates a window name or a field. Also can indicate a variables or parameter
that is replaced with an appropriate word or string. For example: type filename
means that the actual filename should be typed instead of the word shown in
italic.
Courier New Font Indicates commands and responses to prompts that must be typed exactly as
printed in the manual.
Notes and Cautions
A NOTE indicates important information that helps make better use of the device.
A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
Safety Instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your system from potential
damage. Throughout this safety section, the caution icon ( ) is used to indicate precautions that need to be
reviewed and followed.
Safety Precautions
To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electrical shock, fire, and damage to the equipment observe the following
precautions:

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•Observe and follow service markings.
•Do not service any product except as explained in the system documentation.
•Opening or removing covers that are marked with the triangular symbol with a lightning bolt may expose the
user to electrical shock.
oOnly a trained service technician should service components inside these compartments.
•If any of the following conditions occur, unplug the product from the electrical outlet and replace the part or
contact your trained service provider:
oDamage to the power cable, extension cable, or plug.
oAn object has fallen into the product.
oThe product has been exposed to water.
oThe product has been dropped or damaged.
oThe product does not operate correctly when the operating instructions are correctly followed.
•Keep your system away from radiators and heat sources. Also, do not block cooling vents.
•Do not push any objects into the openings of the system. Doing so can cause fire or electric shock by shorting
out interior components.
•Use the product only with approved equipment.
•Allow the product to cool before removing covers or touching internal components.
•Operate the product only from the type of external power source indicated on the electrical ratings label. If
unsure of the type of power source required, consult your service provider or local power company.
•To help avoid damaging the system, be sure the voltage selection switch (if provided) on the power supply is
set to match the power available at the Switch’s location:
o115 volts (V)/60 hertz (Hz) in most of North and South America and some Far Eastern countries such
as South Korea and Taiwan
o100 V/50 Hz in eastern Japan and 100 V/60 Hz in western Japan
o230 V/50 Hz in most of Europe, the Middle East, and the Far East
•Also, be sure that attached devices are electrically rated to operate with the power available in your location.
•Use only approved power cable(s). If you have not been provided with a power cable for your system or for
any AC-powered option intended for your system, purchase a power cable that is approved for use in your
country. The power cable must be rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked on the
product's electrical ratings label. The voltage and current rating of the cable should be greater than the ratings
marked on the product.
•To help prevent electric shock, plug the system and peripheral power cables into properly grounded electrical
outlets. These cables are equipped with three-prong plugs to help ensure proper grounding. Do not use
adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from a cable. If using an extension cable is necessary, use a 3-
wire cable with properly grounded plugs.
•Observe extension cable and power strip ratings. Make sure that the total ampere rating of all products
plugged into the extension cable or power strip does not exceed 80 percent of the ampere ratings limit for the
extension cable or power strip.
•To help protect the system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge
suppressor, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS).
•Position system cables and power cables carefully; route cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped
over. Be sure that nothing rests on any cables.
•Do not modify power cables or plugs. Consult a licensed electrician or your power company for site
modifications. Always follow your local/national wiring rules.
•When connecting or disconnecting power to hot-pluggable power supplies, if offered with your system,
observe the following guidelines:
oInstall the power supply before connecting the power cable to the power supply.
oUnplug the power cable before removing the power supply.
oIf the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power
cables from the power supplies.

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•Move products with care; ensure that all casters and/or stabilizers are firmly connected to the system. Avoid
sudden stops and uneven surfaces.
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect battery type. Dispose of
used batteries according to the instructions.
ATTENTION: Risque d'explosion si la batterie est remplacée par un type incorrect. Jetez les piles
usagées selon les instructions.
注意：
如果更換不正確之電池型式會有爆炸的風險，請依製造商說明書處理用過之電池。
General Precautions for Rack-Mountable Products
Observe the following precautions for rack stability and safety. Also, refer to the rack installation documentation
accompanying the system and the rack for specific caution statements and procedures.
•Systems are considered to be components in a rack. Thus, "component" refers to any system as well as to
various peripherals or supporting hardware.
CAUTION: Installing systems in a rack without the front and side stabilizers installed could cause
the rack to tip over, potentially resulting in bodily injury under certain circumstances. Therefore,
always install the stabilizers before installing components in the rack. After installing
system/components in a rack, never pull more than one component out of the rack on its slide
assemblies at one time. The weight of more than one extended component could cause the rack
to tip over and may result in serious injury.
•Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and
that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front
stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack.
•Always load the rack from the bottom up, and load the heaviest item in the rack first.
•Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a component from the rack.
•Use caution when pressing the component rail release latches and sliding a component into or out of a rack;
the slide rails can pinch your fingers.
•After a component is inserted into the rack, carefully extend the rail into a locking position, and then slide the
component into the rack.
•Do not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the rack. The total rack load should not
exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating.
•Ensure that proper airflow is provided to components in the rack.
•Do not step on or stand on any component when servicing other components in a rack.
NOTE: A qualified electrician must perform all connections to DC power and to safety grounds. All
electrical wiring must comply with applicable local or national codes and practices.
CAUTION: Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a
suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an
electrician if uncertain that suitable grounding is available.
CAUTION: The system chassis must be positively grounded to the rack cabinet frame. Do not
attempt to connect power to the system until grounding cables are connected. Completed power
and safety ground wiring must be inspected by a qualified electrical inspector. An energy hazard
will exist if the safety ground cable is omitted or disconnected.

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Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge
Static electricity can harm delicate components inside the system. To prevent static damage, discharge static
electricity from your body before touching any of the electronic components, such as the microprocessor. This can be
done by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface on the chassis.
The following steps can also be taken prevent damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD):
•When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, do not remove the component from
the antistatic packing material until ready to install the component in the system. Just before unwrapping the
antistatic packaging, be sure to discharge static electricity from your body.
•When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic container or packaging.
•Handle all sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use antistatic floor pads, workbench pads
and an antistatic grounding strap.

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Switch Description
Package Contents
Features
Front Panel Components
Rear Panel Components
Side Panel Components
This Hardware Installation Guide is a detailed document explaining information about the hardware installation,
configuration, specifications, guidelines, and maintenance of a D-Link Ethernet switch.
Switch Description
The DGS-1510/ME Series is D-Link’s latest generation of Metro Ethernet switches with 1Gbps SFP port connectivity
and 10Gbps SFP+ port connectivity. The DGS-1510/ME Series provides a reliable, scalable, and modular
interconnection between core switches and edge switches with rich capabilities and simplified flexibility.
In the DGS-1510/ME Series, the following switches are available:
•DGS-1510-10L/ME
•DGS-1510-20L/ME
•DGS-1510-28L/ME
•DGS-1510-28LP/ME
•DGS-1510-28X/ME
•DGS-1510-28XMP/ME
•DGS-1510-28XS/ME
•DGS-1510-52L/ME
•DGS-1510-52X/ME
Switches in this series are equipt with 6KV surge and lightening protection Ethernet ports, fully industrial-like
manageability and implements the latest IEEE 802.3az EEE standard to save power.
Package Contents
When purchasing the Switch, a list of items will be included in the package of the Switch. Open the shipping carton of
the Switch and carefully unpack its contents. The following items should be included in the package:
•One D-Link DGS-1510/ME Series Switch.
•One Quick Installation Guide.
•One AC power cord.
•One console cable.
•One power cord clip set.
•One mounting kit (two brackets and screws).
•Four rubber feet with adhesive backing.
•One CD that includes a digital copy of the CLI Reference Guide, Web UI Reference Guide, Hardware
Installation Guide, and D-View module.
•One compact disk that includes a digital copy of the following:

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oHardware Installation Guide,
oCLI Reference Guide,
oWeb UI Reference Guide, and
oD-View module.
NOTE: If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your local D-Link reseller for
replacement.
Features
The list of features below highlights the significant features of the Switch.
•Supports Virtual Stacking. D-Link Single IP Management (SIM).
•Supports a 16K MAC address table.
•Supports Flow Control (802.3x) in full-duplex compliant.
•Supports Jumbo Frames of up to 9Kbytes
•Supports Spanning Tree with 802.1D 2004 STP/RSTP and 802.1Q 2005 MSTP.
•Supports Ethernet Ring Protection Switching (ERPS).
•Supports Loopback Detection (LBD).
•Supports Link Aggregation (IEEE 802.3ad/802.1ax) with a maximum of 26 groups per Switch.
•Supports Port Mirroring.
•Supports L2 Protocol Tunneling (L2PT)
•Supports Layer 2 Multicast Filtering.
•Supports IGMP Snooping v1, v2 and v3 awareness
•Supports MLD Snooping v1 and v2 awareness
•Supports Virtual LAN (802.1Q) with up to 4K static VLAN groups and 4K dynamic VLAN groups.
•Supports Port-based VLAN.
•Supports IEEE 802.1v Protocol-based VLAN
•Supports MAC-based VLAN
•Supports Double VLAN (Q in Q)
•Supports VLAN Translation
•Supports IGMP snooping and Multicast VLAN (ISM VLAN)
•Supports VLAN Trunking
•Supports IPv6 Neighbor Discovery (ND)
•Supports Static Route
•Supports Quality of Service (QoS)
•Supports Access Control List (ACL)
•Supports Secure Shell (SSHv2)
•Supports Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) v1/v2/v3.
•Supports Port Security
•Supports Broadcast and Multicast Storm Control.
•Supports Traffic Segmentation
•Supports IP-MAC-Port Binding (IMPB).

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•Supports D-Link SafeGuard Engine.
•Supports DHCP Server Screening
•Supports DHCP client filtering
•Supports ARP Spoofing Prevention.
•Supports BPDU Attack Protection
•Supports DoS Attack Prevention.
•Supports L3 Control Packet Filtering
•Supports IEEE 802.1X Port-based and Host-based Access Control
•Supports MAC-based Access Control (MAC)
•Supports Guest VLAN
•Supports Microsoft® NAP -- IPv4, 802.1X NAP, and DHCP NAP
•Supports Authentication for Mgmt. Access(Local, TACACS, XTACACS, TACACS+, and RADIUS database)
•Supports User Account Privilege for Management Access
•Supports Authentication Database failover
•Supports Trusted Host
•Supports Zone Defense
•Supports IEEE 802.3ah Ethernet Link OAM
•Supports IEEE 802.1ag Connectivity Fault Management (CFM)
•Supports Cable Diagnostics
•Supports Optical Transceiver Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM)
•Supports D-link Unidirectional Link Detection (DULD)
•Supports Port Status, Device Status, Traffic, Switch Performance Monitoring
•Supports Accessibility using multiple interfaces like the Command Line Interface (CLI), Web User Interface
(Web UI), and more.
•Supports Telnet Server and Client from IPv4
•Supports Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) Client.
•Supports File Transfer Protocol(FTP) client
•Supports Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) version 1, 2c, and 3. Also supports SNMP Traps.
•Supports System Log
•Supports Trap/ Alarm/ Log Severity Control.
•Supports Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP)
•Supports Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP).
•Supports Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP) and LLDP Media Endpoint Discovery (LLDP-MED)
•Supports Microsoft® NLB (Network Load Balancing)
•Supports Gratuitous ARP.
•Supports BootP/DHCP Client.
•Supports DHCP Auto-configuration
•Supports Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Relay.
•Supports PPPoE Circuit Insertion.
•Supports IEEE 802.3az compliance
•Supports Standard MIBs like MIBII, Bridge MIB, SNMPv2 MIB, RMON MIB, RMONv2 MIB, Ether-like MIB,
802.3 MAU MIB, 802.1p MIB, RADIUS Authentication Client MIB, Ping & Traceroute MIB.. , and D-Link
Private MIBs.

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Front Panel Components
The front panel of the Switch features a variety of ports and LED indicators that will be discussed in detail in this
section. Also located on the front panel of the Switch is a pinhole that can be pressed and held for 5 seconds to
perform a hardware factory reset on the Switch after which the Switch will reboot. This will clear all the software
modifications done on the Switch to their factory default settings. Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) will be supported in
the next ME Series release.
Figure 1-1 Front panel view of a DGS-1510-10L/ME Switch
Figure 1-2 Front panel view of a DGS-1510-20L/ME Switch
Figure 1-3 Front panel view of a DGS-1510-28L/ME Switch
Figure 1-4 Front panel view of a DGS-1510-28LP/ME Switch
Figure 1-5 Front panel view of a DGS-1510-28X/ME Switch
Figure 1-6 Front panel view of a DGS-1510-28XMP/ME Switch
Figure 1-7 Front panel view of a DGS-1510-28XS/ME Switch

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Figure 1-8 Front panel view of a DGS-1510-52L/ME Switch
Figure 1-9 Front panel view of a DGS-1510-52X/ME Switch
Ports
The following ports are available on the front panel of switches in this series:
•DGS-1510-10L/ME:
oEight Copper RJ45 Ports (10/100/1000Mbps)
oTwo SFP Ports (1000Mbps)
oOne RJ45 Console Port
•DGS-1510-20L/ME:
oSixteen Copper RJ45 Ports (10/100/1000Mbps)
oFour SFP Ports (1000Mbps)
oOne RJ45 Console Port
•DGS-1510-28L/ME:
oTwenty-four Copper RJ45 Ports (10/100/1000Mbps)
oFour SFP Ports (1000Mbps)
oOne RJ45 Console Port
•DGS-1510-28LP/ME:
oTwenty-four Copper PoE RJ45 Ports (10/100/1000Mbps)
oFour SFP Ports (1000Mbps)
oOne RJ45 Console Port
•DGS-1510-28X/ME:
oTwenty-four Copper RJ45 Ports (10/100/1000Mbps)
oFour SFP/SFP+ Ports (1/10Gbps)
oOne RJ45 Console Port
•DGS-1510-28XMP/ME:
oTwenty-four Copper PoE RJ45 Ports (10/100/1000Mbps)
oFour SFP/SFP+ Ports (1/10Gbps)
oOne RJ45 Console Port
•DGS-1510-28XS/ME:
oTwenty-four SFP Ports (10/100/1000Mbps)
oFour SFP+ Ports (1/10Gbps)
oOne RJ45 Console Port
•DGS-1510-52L/ME:
oForty-eight Copper PoE RJ45 Ports (10/100/1000Mbps)
oFour SFP Ports (1000Mbps)
oOne RJ45 Console Port
•DGS-1510-52X/ME:

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oForty-eight Copper RJ45 Ports (10/100/1000Mbps)
oFour SFP/SFP+ Ports (1/10Gbps)
oOne RJ45 Console Port
LED Indicators
The front panel of switches in this series features LED indicators for Power, Console, Link/Act, RPS, and Fan
indicators for all the ports. The DGS-1510-28LP/ME and DGS-1510-28XMP/ME switches are equipped with an
additional PoE light, to indication whether the ports are running in Power over Ethernet mode.
Figure 1-10 LED indicators for a DGS-1510-10L/ME Switch
Figure 1-11 LED indicators for a DGS-1510-20L/ME Switch
Figure 1-12 LED indicators for a DGS-1510-28L/ME Switch
Figure 1-13 LED indicators for a DGS-1510-28LP/ME Switch
Figure 1-14 LED indicators for a DGS-1510-28X/ME Switch
Figure 1-15 LED indicators for a DGS-1510-28XMP/ME Switch

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Figure 1-16 LED indicators for a DGS-1510-28XS/ME Switch
Figure 1-17 LED indicators for a DGS-1510-52L/ME Switch
Figure 1-18 LED indicators for a DGS-1510-52X/ME Switch
The following table describes the LED indicators in more detail.
LED Description
Power This LED will light green after powering the Switch on to indicate the ready state of
the device. The indicator is off when the Switch is no longer receiving power (i.e.
powered off).
RPS This LED will light green if the Redundant Power Supply (RPS) is in use. If the
indicator is off, the RPS is not in use.
Console This LED will blink green during the Power-On Self Test (POST). When the POST is
finished, the LED will turn off. The indicator will light steady green when a user is
logged in through the console port.
Fan This LED will light green after the diagnostics have passed with no errors. This LED is
steady red when any of the fans fail.
Link/Act LEDs The Switch has LED indicators for Link and Activity.
Copper Ports: The LED will light steady green when there is a secure connection (or
link) to a 1000Mbps Ethernet device or steady orange when there is a secure
connection (or link) to a 10/100Mbps Ethernet device at any of the copper ports. The
LED will blink green when a 1000Mbps port is active or blink orange when a
10/100Mbps port is active. The LED remains off when there is no link or activity.
SFP Ports: The LED will light steady green when there is a secure connection (or
link) to a 1000Mbps Ethernet device at any of the SFP ports. The LED remains off
when there is no link or activity.
SFP+ Ports: The LED will light steady green when there is a secure connection (or
link) to a 10Gbps Ethernet device or steady orange when there is a secure connection
(or link) to a 1Gbps Ethernet device at any of the SFP+ ports. The LED will blink
green when a 10Gbps port is active or blink orange when a 1Gbps port is active. The
LED remains off when there is no link or activity.
PoE
(DGS-1510-28LP/M and
DGS-1510-28XMP/ME
only)
When this light is on with a solid green light, it means that the corresponding ports are
feeding power to the PoE devices plugged in. When this light is on with a solid orange
light, it means that the port is in an error condition state. When this light is off, it
means that the ports are not supplying power to the devices plugged into the ports.
For more information about LED Indicators, refer to LED Indicators on page 40.

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Rear Panel Components
The rear panel of switches in this series features an AC power socket, power cord clip hole, a DC power RPS port
with an ON/OFF toggle switch, a security lock, and an electrical grounding point. The DC power RPS port can be used
to either supply power to the Switch from a DC power supply or from an RPS.
Figure 1-19 Rear panel view of a DGS-1510-10L/ME Switch
Figure 1-20 Rear panel view of a DGS-1510-20L/ME Switch
Figure 1-21 Rear panel view of a DGS-1510-28L/ME Switch
Figure 1-22 Rear panel view of a DGS-1510-28LP/ME Switch
Figure 1-23 Rear panel view of a DGS-1510-28X/ME Switch
Figure 1-24 Rear panel view of a DGS-1510-28XMP/ME Switch
Figure 1-25 Rear panel view of a DGS-1510-28XS/ME Switch
Figure 1-26 Rear panel view of a DGS-1510-52L/ME Switch

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Figure 1-27 Rear panel view of a DGS-1510-52X/ME Switch
The AC power socket is a standard three-pronged connector that supports the power cord. Plug-in the female
connector of the provided power cord into this socket, and the male side of the cord into a power outlet. The Switch
automatically adjusts the power setting to any supply voltage in the range from 100 to 240 VAC at 50 to 60 Hz.
An optional external RPS can be plugged into the RPS port. When the internal power fails, this optional external RPS
will take over all the power immediately and automatically.
For more information about installing the DC power supply, refer to Power On (DC Power) on page 23.
Side Panel Components
The side panels of switches in this series contain heat vents, fans, and rack-mounting screw holes. The heat vents are
used to dissipate internal heat and facilitate internal air circulation. Do not block these openings. Leave at least 6
inches of space at the rear and sides of the Switch for proper ventilation. Without proper heat dissipation and air
circulation, system components might overheat which could lead to system failure or even severely damaged
components.
Figure 1-28 Side panels view of a DGS-1510-10L/ME Switch
Figure 1-29 Side panels view of a DGS-1510-20L/ME Switch

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Figure 1-30 Side panels view of a DGS-1510-28L/ME Switch
Figure 1-31 Side panels view of a DGS-1510-28LP/ME Switch
Figure 1-32 Side panels view of a DGS-1510-28X/ME Switch
Figure 1-33 Side panels view of a DGS-1510-28XMP/ME Switch

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Figure 1-34 Side panels view of a DGS-1510-28XS/ME Switch
Figure 1-35 Side panels view of a DGS-1510-52L/ME Switch
Figure 1-36 Side panels view of a DGS-1510-52X/ME Switch
Smart Fans
Switches in this series include smart fans that will automatically change their speed depending on the internal
temperature detected by the sensors built-in the Switch’s hardware. These smart fans support three states. They can
either be off, running at a low speed, or running at a high speed.
The following will explain when these fans will toggle between low and high speeds:
Switch Default On/Off Speed High Speed Low Speed
DGS-1510-28LP/ME 4500 RPM 7000 RPM @ above 42°C 4500 RPM @ below 35°C
DGS-1510-28X/ME 5400 RPM 7800 RPM @ above 48°C 5400 RPM @ below 43°C
DGS-1510-28XMP/ME 6800 RPM 9500 RPM @ above 43°C 6800 RPM @ below 38°C
DGS-1510-28XS/ME 5400 RPM 7800 RPM @ above 48°C 5400 RPM @ below 43°C