NETGEAR FSM7328S - ProSafe Switch Manual

201-10802-01
March 2006
NETGEAR, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
Model FSM7328S,
FSM7352S, and FSM7352PS
Managed Stackable Layer 3
Fast Ethernet Switches
Hardware Installation Guide

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© 2006 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. Information is subject to change without notice.
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The Netgear Logo, the Gear Guy, Everybody’s connecting, and ProSafe are trademarks or registered trademark of
Netgear, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Other brand and product names
are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Statement of Conditions
In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to
make changes to the products described in this document without notice.
NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit
layout(s) described herein.
Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer
It is hereby certified that the NETGEAR Model FSM7328S Managed Fast Ethernet Switch has been suppressed in
accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992.The operation of some
equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain
restrictions. Please refer to the notes in the operating instructions.
It is hereby certified that the NETGEAR Model FSM7352S Managed Fast Ethernet Switch has been suppressed in
accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992.The operation of some
equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain
restrictions. Please refer to the notes in the operating instructions.
It is hereby certified that the NETGEAR Model FSM73f2PS Managed Fast Ethernet Switch with PoE has been
suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992.The operation
of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to
certain restrictions. Please refer to the notes in the operating instructions.
Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of the placing of this equipment on the market
and has been granted the right to test the series for compliance with the regulations.
Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Statement
This is Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information
Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio interference may occur, in
which case, the user may be required to take corrective actions.”
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Note: 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 in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations
This digital apparatus (ProSafe 24-Port 10/100 LE managed Stackable Switch with 4 Gigabit Ports FSM7328PS) does
not exceed the Class A limits for radio-noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This digital apparatus (ProSafe 48-Port 10/100 LE managed Stackable Switch with 4 Gigabit Ports FSM7352S) does not
exceed the Class A limits for radio-noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This digital apparatus (ProSafe 48-Port 10/100 LE managed Stackable Switch with 4 Gigabit Ports and PoE
FSM7352PS) do not exceed the Class A limits for radio-noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio
Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique du ministère des Communications
Cet appareil numérique (ProSafe 24-Port 10/100 LE managed Stackable Switch with 4 Gigabit Ports FSM7328PS)
respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques visant les appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le Règlement
sur le brouillage radioélectrique du ministère des Communications du Canada.
Cet appareil numérique (ProSafe 48-Port 10/100 LE managed Stackable Switch with 4 Gigabit Ports FSM7352S)
respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques visant les appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le Règlement
sur le brouillage radioélectrique du ministère des Communications du Canada.
Cet appareil numérique (ProSafe 48-Port 10/100 LE managed Stackable Switch with 4 Gigabit Ports and PoE
FSM7352PS) respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques visant les appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le
Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique du ministère des Communications du Canada.
Customer Support
Refer to the Support Information Card that shipped with your Managed Stackable
Layer 3 Fast Ethernet Switch.
World Wide Web
NETGEAR maintains a World Wide Web home page that you can access at the
universal resource locator (URL) http://www.netgear.com. A direct connection to
the Internet and a Web browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape are required.

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Product and Publication Details
Model Number: FSM7328S, FSM7352S, and FSM7352PS
Publication Date: March 2006
Product Family: managed switch
Product Name: Managed Stackable Layer 3 Fast Ethernet Switch
Home or Business Product: Business
Language: English
Publication Part Number: 201-10802-01
Publication Version Number 1.0

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Contents
Chapter 1
About This Manual
Audience, Scope, Conventions, and Formats ................................................................1-1
Chapter 2
Introduction
FSM7328S Front Panel and LEDs .................................................................................2-1
FSM7328S Rear Panel ...................................................................................................2-3
FSM7352S Front Panel and LEDs .................................................................................2-3
FSM7352S Rear Panel ...................................................................................................2-4
FSM7352PS Front Panel and LEDs ...............................................................................2-5
FSM7352PS Rear Panel ..........................................................................................2-7
Safety Instructions ..........................................................................................................2-7
Chapter 3
Hardware Installation
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................3-1
Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge .....................................................................3-2
Unpacking the Hardware ................................................................................................3-2
Installation ......................................................................................................................3-4
Select a Location ......................................................................................................3-4
Install the Switch ......................................................................................................3-5
Check the Installation ...............................................................................................3-6
Connect to Power and Check the LEDs ...................................................................3-7
Stacking Switches ..........................................................................................................3-7
Connecting a Redundant Power Supply to the FSM7352PS .........................................3-8
Connecting Equipment to the Switch ..............................................................................3-9
RJ-45 Ports ..............................................................................................................3-9
Gigabit Module Bay .................................................................................................3-9
Connecting a Console to the Switch .............................................................................3-10

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Chapter 4
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Chart ...................................................................................................4-1
Additional Troubleshooting Suggestions .......................................................................4-2
Appendix A
Technical Specifications ......................................................................................................A1
Appendix B
Default Configuration Settings............................................................................................B1

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Chapter 1
About This Manual
The FSM7328S, FSM7352S, and FSM7352PS Managed Stackable Layer 3 Fast
Ethernet Switches Hardware Installation Guide contains information for set up
and management of the NETGEAR®FSM7328S, FSM7352S, and FSM7352PS
switches.
Audience, Conventions, Formats, and Scope
This information is intended for network managers familiar with network
management concepts and terminology. This guide uses the following
typographical conventions:
This guide uses the following formats to highlight special messages:
Table 1-1. Typographical Conventions
Italics Emphasis, books, CDs, URL names
Bold User input
Fixed Screen text, file and server names, extensions, commands, IP
addresses
Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or
special interest.
Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or
resources.

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This manual is written according to these specifications:
Warning: Ignoring this type of note may result in a malfunction or
damage to the equipment.
Danger: This is a safety warning. Failure to take heed of this notice may
result in personal injury or death.
Table 1-2. Manual Scope
Product version • ProSafe 24-Port 10/100 LE managed Stackable Switch
with 4 Gigabit Ports FSM7328PS
• ProSafe 48-Port 10/100 LE managed Stackable Switch
with 4 Gigabit Ports FSM7352S
• ProSafe 48-Port 10/100 LE managed Stackable Switch
with 4 Gigabit Ports and PoE FSM7352PS
Manual publication date March 2006
Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. Web site at
http://kbserver.netgear.com.

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Chapter 2
Introduction
The NETGEAR Layer 3 Managed Stackable Fast Ethernet Switch is a state-of-
the-art, high-performance, IEEE-compliant network solution. It includes powerful
management features that you can use to eliminate bottlenecks, boost
performance, and increase productivity.
This guide describes hardware installation and basic troubleshooting for the
following NETGEAR switches:
•ProSafe 24-Port 10/100 LE managed Stackable Switch with 4 Gigabit Ports
FSM7328PS
• ProSafe 48-Port 10/100 LE managed Stackable Switch with 4 Gigabit Ports
FSM7352S
• ProSafe 48-Port 10/100 LE managed Stackable Switch with 4 Gigabit Ports
and PoE FSM7352PS
These switches can be free-standing, or rack-mounted in a wiring closet or an
equipment room. For information about features for each product, see the
NETGEAR Web site at http://www.netgear.com.
FSM7328S Front Panel and LEDs
The following figure shows the front panel of the FSM7328S. The front panel
contains LEDs, RJ-45 jacks, SFP module bays, stacking ports, and a console port.
Figure 2-1
SFP module bays Console portStacking portsRJ-45 jacks
LEDs

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The following table shows the LEDs on the front panel of the switch.
Table 2-1. LED Descriptions for FSM7328S
LED Description
Master Green: This switch is the master of the stack.
Off: The switch is not the master of the stack.
Power Solid green: Power is supplied, and the switch is operating normally.
Blinking green: Runtime code load in progress.
Solid yellow: Power-On Self-Test (POST) in progress.
Blinking yellow: POST failure or CPU failure.
Off: Power is disconnected.
Fan
Solid red: Fan has failed. Off: Fan is present and operating normally.
10/100M ports
One LED per port
Link/ACT/SPD LED
•Off: No 10/100 Mbps link is established on the port.
•Solid green: A valid 100 Mbps link is established on the port.
•Blinking green: The port is sending or receiving packets at
100 Mbps.
•Solid yellow: A valid 10 Mbps link is established on the port.
•Blinking yellow: The port is sending or receiving packets at 10
Mbps.
10/100/1000M
ports
two LEDs per port
Link/ACT LED
•Off: No 10/100/1000 Mbps link is established on the port.
•Solid green: A valid 1,000 Mbps link is established on the port.
•Solid yellow: A valid 10/100 Mbps link is established on the port.
•Blinking green: Packets transmission or reception is occurring on
the port at 1,000 Mbps.
•Blinking yellow: The port is sending or receiving packets at
10/100 Mbps.
Stack LED
•Green: Stack port has a valid link connection.
•OFF: Stack port does not have a valid link connection.
SFP port
(1000 Mbps only) •Solid green: Link is up. •Blinking green: The port is sending or receiving a packet in link up
status .
•Off: No link is detected .