Digisol MUSTANG 4000 DG-FS4528 User manual

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DG-FS4528/DG-FS4552
Layer 2 Fast Ethernet Managed Switch
Installation Guide
V1.0.2
2013-05-15
MUSTANG 4000 Managed Switch Series

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Installation Guide
DG-FS4528/DG-FS4552 Fast Ethernet Switch
Layer 2 Workgroup Switch
with 24/48 10/100BASE-T (RJ-45) Ports,
and 4 Combination Gigabit (RJ-45/SFP) Ports

DG-FS4528
DG-FS4552
E102010-AP-R01
150000000234A

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About This Guide
Purpose
This guide details the hardware features of the switch, including the physical and
performance-related characteristics, and how to install the switch.
Audience
The guide is intended for use by network administrators who are responsible for installing
and setting up network equipment; consequently, it assumes a basic working knowlede of
LANs (Local Area Networks).
Conventions
The following conventions are used throughout this guide to show information:
Note: Emphasizes important information or calls your attention to related features or
instructions.
Caution: Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause loss of data, or damage the
system or equipment.
Warning: Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause personal injury.
Related Publications
The following publication gives specific information on how to operate and use the
management functions of the switch:
The User Manual
Also, as part of the switch’s software, there is an online web-based help that describes all
management related features.
Revision History
This section summarizes the changes in each revision of this guide.
January 2011 Revision
This is the second revision of this guide.

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Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-1
Overview 1-1
Switch Architecture 1-2
Network Management Options 1-2
Description of Hardware 1-2
10/100BASE-T Ports 1-2
SFP Slots 1-2
Port and System Status LEDs 1-3
Power Supply Sockets 1-4
Features and Benefits 1-4
Connectivity 1-4
Expandability 1-5
Performance 1-5
Management 1-5
Chapter 2: Network Planning 2-1
Introduction to Switching 2-1
Application Examples 2-2
Collapsed Backbone 2-2
Network Aggregation Plan 2-3
Remote Connection with Fiber Cable 2-4
Making VLAN Connections 2-5
Application Notes 2-6
Chapter 3: Installing the Switch 3-1
Selecting a Site 3-1
Ethernet Cabling 3-1
Equipment Checklist 3-2
Package Contents 3-2
Optional Rack-Mounting Equipment 3-2
Mounting 3-3
Rack Mounting 3-3
Desktop or Shelf Mounting 3-4
Installing an Optional SFP Transceiver 3-5
Connecting to a Power Source 3-6
Connecting to the Console Port 3-7
Wiring Map for Serial Cable 3-7

Contents
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Chapter 4: Making Network Connections 4-1
Connecting Network Devices 4-1
Twisted-Pair Devices 4-1
Cabling Guidelines 4-1
Connecting to PCs, Servers, Hubs and Switches 4-1
Network Wiring Connections 4-2
Fiber Optic SFP Devices 4-3
Connectivity Rules 4-4
1000BASE-T Cable Requirements 4-4
1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Collision Domain 4-5
100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Collision Domain 4-5
10 Mbps Ethernet Collision Domain 4-5
Cable Labeling and Connection Records 4-6
Appendix A: Troubleshooting A-1
Diagnosing Switch Indicators A-1
Power and Cooling Problems A-1
Installation A-1
In-Band Access A-2
Appendix B: Cables B-1
Twisted-Pair Cable and Pin Assignments B-1
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Pin Assignments B-1
Straight-Through Wiring B-2
Crossover Wiring B-2
1000BASE-T Pin Assignments B-3
Appendix C: Specifications C-1
Switch Features C-2
Management Features C-2
Standards C-3
Glossary
Index

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Tables
Table 1-1 DG-FS4552 Port Status LEDs 1-3
Table 1-2 System Status LEDs 1-4
Table 3-1. Serial Cable Wiring 3-7
Table 4-1. Maximum 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet Cable Length 4-5
Table 4-2. Maximum 1000BASE-SX Gigabit Ethernet Cable Length 4-5
Table 4-3. Maximum 1000BASE-LX Gigabit Ethernet Cable Length 4-5
Table 4-4. Maximum 1000BASE-LH Gigabit Ethernet Cable Length 4-5
Table 4-5. Maximum Fast Ethernet Cable Length 4-5
Table 4-6. Maximum Ethernet Cable Length 4-5
Table A-1. Troubleshooting Chart A-1
Table B-1. 10/100BASE-TX MDI and MDI-X Port Pinouts B-2
Table B-2. 1000BASE-T MDI and MDI-X Port Pinouts B-3

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Figures
Figure 1-1. DG-FS4552 Front and Rear Panels 1-1
Figure 1-2. DG-FS4552 Port Status LEDs 1-3
Figure 1-3. DG-FS4552 System Status LED 1-3
Figure 1-4. DG-FS4552 Power Supply Sockets 1-4
Figure 2-1. Collapsed Backbone 2-2
Figure 2-2. Network Aggregation Plan 2-3
Figure 2-3. Remote Connection with Fiber Cable 2-4
Figure 2-4. Making VLAN Connections 2-5
Figure 3-1. RJ-45 Connections 3-2
Figure 3-2. Attaching the Brackets 3-3
Figure 3-3. Installing the Switch in a Rack 3-4
Figure 3-4. Attaching the Adhesive Feet 3-4
Figure 3-5. Inserting an SFP Transceiver into a Slot 3-5
Figure 3-6. Power Sockets 3-6
Figure 3-7. Serial Port (DB-9 DTE) Pin-Out 3-7
Figure 4-1. Making Twisted-Pair Connections 4-1
Figure 4-2. Network Wiring Connections 4-2
Figure 4-3. Making Fiber Port Connections 4-4
Figure B-1. RJ-45 Connector Pin Numbers B-1
Figure B-2. Straight-through Wiring B-2
Figure B-3. Crossover Wiring B-3