NETGEAR GS110TP - ProSafe Gigabit Smart Switch Manual

202-10596-01
March 2010
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NETGEAR, Inc.
350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, California 95134 USA
GS110TP Hardware
Installation Guide

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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 GS110TP Smart PoE 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.
The 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.
Product and Publication Details
Model Number: GS110TP
Publication Date: March 2010
Product Family: Gigabit Advanced Smart Switch
Product Name: GS110TP Smart PoE Switch
Home or Business Product: Business
Language: English
Publication Part Number: 202-10596-01
Publication Version Number: 1.0

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Contents
GS110TP Hardware Installation Guide
About This Manual
Conventions, Formats, and Scope ....................................................................................v
How to Print this Manual ................................................................................................... vi
Revision History ................................................................................................................ vi
Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview .........................................................................................................................1-1
Features .........................................................................................................................1-2
PoE Features ...........................................................................................................1-3
Green Features ........................................................................................................1-3
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................1-4
Chapter 2
Physical Description
GS110TP Front and Back Panel Configuration ..............................................................2-1
LED Designations ...........................................................................................................2-2
Port LEDs .................................................................................................................2-2
System LEDs ...........................................................................................................2-3
Device Hardware Interfaces ...........................................................................................2-3
RJ-45 Ports ..............................................................................................................2-3
Reset Button ............................................................................................................2-4
Factory Defaults Button ............................................................................................2-4
Chapter 3
Applications
Desktop Switching ..........................................................................................................3-1

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Chapter 4
Installation
Step 1: Preparing the Site ..............................................................................................4-1
Step 2: Installing the Switch ...........................................................................................4-2
Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface .....................................................................4-2
Wall Mounting the Switch .........................................................................................4-2
Step 3: Checking the Installation ....................................................................................4-3
Step 4: Connecting Devices to the Switch ......................................................................4-3
Step 5: Applying AC Power ............................................................................................4-4
Step 6: Managing the Switch using a Web Browser or the PC Utility .............................4-4
Appendix A
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Chart ................................................................................................... A-1
Additional Troubleshooting Suggestions ....................................................................... A-2
Network Adapter Cards ........................................................................................... A-2
Configuration ........................................................................................................... A-2
Switch Integrity ........................................................................................................ A-2
Auto-Negotiation ..................................................................................................... A-3
Appendix B
Technical Specifications
Index

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About This Manual
The NETGEAR®ProSafeTM GS110TP Hardware Installation Guide describes how to install and
power on the GS110TP Smart PoE Switch. The information in this manual is intended for readers
with intermediate computer and Internet skills.
Conventions, Formats, and Scope
The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs:
•Typographical Conventions. This manual uses the following typographical conventions:
Italic Emphasis, books, CDs, file and server names, extensions
Bold User input, IP addresses, GUI screen text
Fixed Command prompt, CLI text, code
italic URL links
•Formats. This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages:
Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources.
Warning: Ignoring this type of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the
equipment.
Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.

Danger: This is a safety warning. Failure to take heed of this notice may result in
personal injury or death.
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•Scope. This manual is written for the GS110TP Smart PoE Switch according to these
specifications:
Product Version GS110TP Smart PoE Switch
Manual Publication Date March 2010
Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. website at
http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/GS110TP.asp.
How to Print this Manual
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– Click the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left of any page in the manual. The PDF
version of the complete manual opens in a browser window.
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Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on a single sheet of paper, you can
save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature.
Revision History
Part Number Version
Number Date Description
202-10596-01 1.0 March 2010 Initial release

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Chapter 1
Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your NETGEAR GS110TP Smart PoE Switch. The GS110TP
Smart PoE Switch is a supplement to the Gigabit Advanced Smart Switch family. Available as a
desktop or wall-mountable switch, the GS110TP Smart PoE Switch is not intended to be rack-
mountable. The GS110TP is a PoE-supportable, low-port switch with two fiber uplinks included.
This chapter serves as an introduction to the GS110TP Smart PoE Switch and provides the
following information:
•Overview
•Features
•Package Contents
Overview
This Installation Guide is for the NETGEAR GS110TP Smart PoE Switch. This product offers
support for eight 10/100/1000 Mbps autosensing and two 1000M SFP Gigabit Ethernet switching
ports.
Using Gigabit ports, high-speed connections can be made to a server or network backbone. For
example:
• Linking to high-speed servers
• Providing 10/100/1000 Mbps copper connectivity
The GS110TP Smart PoE Switch also provides the benefit of administrative management with a
complete package of features for the observation, configuration, and control of the network. With a
Web-based Graphical User Interface (GUI), the switch’s many capabilities can be viewed and used
in a simple and intuitive manner. The switch’s management features include configuration for port
and switch information, VLAN for traffic control, port trunking for increased bandwidth, and
Class of Service (CoS) for traffic prioritization. These features provide better understanding and
control of the network. Initial discovery of the switch on the network requires the Netgear Smart
Control Center program, a utility that runs on a PC.

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The GS110TP Smart PoE Switch is a free-standing switch. It is IEEE-compliant and offers low
latency for high-speed networking. All ports can automatically negotiate to the highest speed. This
capability makes the switch ideal for environments that have a mix of Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or
Gigabit Ethernet devices. In addition, all RJ-45 ports operate in half-duplex or full-duplex mode.
The maximum segment length is 328 feet (100 meters) over Category 5 Unshielded Twisted-Pair
(UTP) cable.
Features
The following list identifies the key features of the GS110TP Smart PoE Switch:
• Eight RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps autosensing Gigabit Ethernet switching ports.
• Two 1000M SFP Gigabit Ethernet switching ports.
• Full NETGEAR Smart Switch functionality.
• Full compatibility with IEEE standards:
• IEEE 802.3 CSMA/CD
• IEEE 802.3i (10BASE-T)
• IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX)
• IEEE 802.3x (Full-duplex flow control)
• IEEE 802.3ab (1000BASE-T)
• IEEE 802.3z (1000BASE-x)
• IEEE 802.3af (DTE power via MDI)
• Autosensing and auto-negotiating capabilities for all ports.
• Auto Uplink™ on all ports to make the right connection.
• Automatic address learning function to build the packet-forwarding information table. The
table contains up to 4K Media Access Control (MAC) addresses.
• Store-and-Forward transmission to remove bad packets from the network.
• Full-duplex IEEE 802.3x pause frame flow control.
• Active flow control to minimize packet loss and frame drops.
• Half-duplex backpressure control.
• Per port LEDs, power LED.

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• Standard NETGEAR 1xx series chassis.
• NETGEAR Green product features.
• External 48V/1.25A PA.
PoE Features
The GS110TP Smart PoE Switch supports IEEE 802.3af PSE features:
• Ports 1 through 8 support IEEE 802.3af, Alternative A (MDI-X).
• PoE is enabled by default.
Green Features
The GS110TP Smart PoE Switch supports the following power-saving features:
• The power consumption automatically adjusts based on the RJ-45 cable length.
• Each port is configured to power down automatically when the port link is down.

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Package Contents
Figure 1-1 shows the package contents of the NETGEAR GS110TP Smart PoE Switch.
Figure 1-1
Verify that the package contains the following:
• NETGEAR GS110TP Smart PoE Switch
• Rubber footpads for tabletop installation
• Wall mounting screws (2)
• External power adapter
• Installation guide
• Smart Switch Resource CD with Netgear Smart Control Center and User’s manual
If any item is missing or damaged, contact the place of purchase immediately.

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Chapter 2
Physical Description
This chapter describes the NETGEAR GS110TP Smart PoE Switch hardware features. Topics
include:
•GS110TP Front and Back Panel Configuration
•LED Designations
•Device Hardware Interfaces
GS110TP Front and Back Panel Configuration
The GS110TP Smart PoE Switch has eight 10/100/1000 Mbps autosensing and two 1000 Mbps
SFP Gigabit Ethernet switching ports. Each RJ-45 port is capable of sensing the line speed and
negotiating the duplex mode with the link partner automatically.
Figure 2-1 illustrates the front panel of the NETGEAR GS110TP Smart PoE Switch:
Power/Status LED
Link/Speed/ACT LEDs (left)
10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet Ports
PoE Max LED
1000M SFP Ports
PoE Status LEDs (right)
Figure 2-1
The front panel contains the following:
• Eight RJ-45 connectors for 10/100/1000 Mbps autosensing Gigabit Ethernet switching ports
• Two 1000M SFP Gigabit Ethernet switching ports
• Reset button to restart the device
• Recessed default reset button to restore the device back to the factory defaults
• Link, Speed, and Activity LEDs for each port

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• Power and Status LED
• PoE Max LED
Figure 2-2 illustrates the NETGEAR GS110TP Smart PoE Switch back panel.
Power Connector
Figure 2-2
The back panel contains the following:
• A DC input for the supplied 48V/1.25A external power adapter
LED Designations
Port LEDs
The following table describes the RJ-45 and SFP port LED designations. There are two LEDs for
each RJ-45 port. Each SFP port has its own indication LED.
Table 2-1. Port LEDs
LED Designation
Speed/Link/Activity
(Left LED on each RJ-45 port) •Off = No link is established on the port. •Solid Green = A valid 1000 Mbps link is established on the port.
•Flashing Green = Packet transmission or reception is occurring on
the port at 1000 Mbps.
•Solid Yellow = A valid 10/100 Mbps link is established on the port.
•Flashing Yellow = Packet transmission or reception is occurring on
the port at 10/100 Mbps.

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System LEDs
The following table describes the system LED designations.
Table 2-2. System LEDs
LED Designation
Power/Status LED • Solid Green = Power is supplied to the switch and the switch is operating
normally.
•Solid Yellow = The switch is booting.
•Off = Power is disconnected.
PoE MAX LED • Off = There is at least 7W of PoE power available for another device.
•Solid Yellow = Less than 7W of PoE power is available.
•Flashing Yellow = The PoE MAX LED was active in the previous two minutes.
Device Hardware Interfaces
RJ-45 Ports
RJ-45 ports are autosensing ports. When inserting a cable into an RJ-45 port, the switch
automatically ascertains the maximum speed (10, 100, or 1000 Mbps) and duplex mode (half-
duplex or full-duplex) of the attached device. All ports support only unshielded twisted-pair (UTP)
cable terminated with an 8-pin RJ-45 plug.
PoE Status
(Right LED on each RJ-45 port) •Off = No PoE powered device (PD) connected. •Solid Green = The PoE PD is connected and the port is supplying
power successfully.
•Flashing Yellow = One of the following failures resulted in stopping
power to that port:
– Short circuit on PoE power circuit.
– PoE power demand exceeds power available.
– PoE current exceeds PD's classification.
– Out of proper voltage band (44 ~ 57 VDC).
SFP Port Indicate LED • Off = No link is established on the port.
•Solid Green = A valid link is established on the port.
•Flashing Green = Packet transmission or reception is occurring on
the port.
Table 2-1. Port LEDs (continued)
LED Designation

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To simplify the procedure for attaching devices, all RJ-45 ports support Auto Uplink. This
technology allows attaching devices to the RJ-45 ports with either straight-through or crossover
cables. When inserting a cable into the switch’s RJ-45 port, the switch automatically:
• Senses whether the cable is a straight-through or crossover cable.
• Determines whether the link to the attached device requires a “normal” connection (such as
when connecting the port to a PC) or an “uplink” connection (such as when connecting the
port to a router, switch, or hub).
• Configures the RJ-45 port to enable communications with the attached device, without
requiring user intervention. In this way, the Auto Uplink technology compensates for setting
uplink connections, while eliminating concern about whether to use crossover or straight-
through cables when attaching devices.
Reset Button
The Smart Switch has a Reset button on the front panel to allow you to manually reboot the switch.
This action is equivalent to powering the unit off and back on. The last saved configuration is
loaded into the switch as it resets. To operate the Reset button, insert a device such as a paper clip
into the opening to press the recessed button. The front-panel LEDs should extinguish and light
again as the switch performs its Power On Self Test (POST).
Factory Defaults Button
The Smart Switch has a Factory Defaults button on the front panel so that you can remove the
current configuration and return the device to its factory settings. When you enable the Factory
Defaults button, all settings including the password, VLAN settings, and port configurations are
removed. To operate the Factory Defaults button, insert a device such as a paper clip into the
opening to press the recessed button for two seconds.

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Chapter 3
Applications
Your NETGEAR GS110TP Smart PoE Switch is designed to provide flexibility in configuring
your network connections. It can be used as a stand-alone device or with 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and
1000 Mbps hubs and switches.
Desktop Switching
The GS110TP Smart PoE Switch can be used as a desktop switch to build a small network that
enables users to have 1000 Mbps access to a file server. With full-duplex enabled, the switch port
connected to the server or PC can provide 2000 Mbps throughput.
P RO S AFE GS110TP
Link/Act
Link/Act Mode
Green
= Link at 1000M
Yellow
= Link at 100M/10M
Blink
= ACT
PoE Mode
Green
= PoE Powered
Yellow
= PoE Fault
Link/Act PoE
PoE
Ports
Link/Act
9F 10F
PoE Max
Desktop PCs
Server
Firewall
Internet
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Figure 3-1

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Chapter 4
Installation
This chapter describes the installation procedures for your NETGEAR GS110TP Smart PoE
Switch. Switch installation involves the following steps:
Step 1: Preparing the Site
Step 2: Installing the Switch
Step 3: Checking the Installation
Step 4: Connecting Devices to the Switch
Step 5: Applying AC Power
Step 6: Managing the Switch using a Web Browser or the PC Utility
Step 1: Preparing the Site
Before you install the switch, ensure the operating environment meets the site requirements in the
following table.
Table 4-1. Site Requirements
Characteristics Requirements
Mounting • Desktop installations - Provide a flat table or shelf surface.
•Wall-mount installations - Wall-mount: select a location. You also need the mounting
screws supplied with your switch.
Access Locate the switch in a position that allows access to the front panel RJ-45 ports, view the
front panel LEDs, and access the power connector.

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Step 2: Installing the Switch
The GS110TP Smart PoE Switch can be used on a flat surface or mounted on the wall.
Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface
The switch ships with four self-adhesive rubber footpads. Stick one rubber footpad on each of the
four concave spaces on the bottom of the switch. The rubber footpads cushion the switch against
shock/vibrations.
Wall Mounting the Switch
To mount the switch on a wall (optional), install the two provided screws in positions that
correspond to the slots on the bottom side of the GS110TP, then mount the switch.
Power source Provide a power adapter (included). Power specifications for the switch are shown in
Appendix A . Ensure the AC outlet is not controlled by a wall switch, which can
accidentally turn off power to the outlet and the switch.
Environmental • Temperature - Install the switch in a dry area, with ambient temperature between 0 and
50ºC (32 and 122ºF). Keep the switch away from heat sources such as direct sunlight,
warm air exhausts, hot-air vents, and heaters.
•Operating humidity - The installation location should have a maximum relative
humidity of 90%, non-condensing.
•Ventilation - Do not restrict airflow by covering or obstructing air inlets on the sides of
the switch. Keep at least 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) free on all sides for cooling. Be
sure there is adequate airflow in the room or wiring closet where the switch is installed.
•Operating conditions - Keep the switch at least 6 ft. (1.83 m) away from nearest
source of electromagnetic noise, such as a photocopy machine.
Table 4-1. Site Requirements (continued)
Characteristics Requirements

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Step 3: Checking the Installation
Before applying power to the switch, perform the following:
• Inspect the equipment thoroughly.
• Verify that all cables are installed correctly.
• Check cable routing to make sure cables are not damaged or creating a safety hazard.
• Ensure all equipment is mounted properly and securely.
Step 4: Connecting Devices to the Switch
The following procedure describes how to connect PCs to the switch’s RJ-45 ports. The GS110TP
Smart PoE Switch contains Auto Uplink technology, which allows the attaching of devices using
either straight-through or crossover cables.
Desktop PC
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Desktop PC
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P RO S AFE GS110TP
Link/Act
Link/Act Mode
Green
= Link at 1000M
Yellow
= Link at 100M/10M
Blink
= ACT
PoE Mode
Green = PoE Powered
Yellow
= PoE Fault
Link/Act PoE
PoE
Port s
Link/Act
9F 10F
PoE Max
Figure 4-1

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Connect each PC to an RJ-45 network port on the Switch front panel (Figure 4-1 ). Use Category 5
(Cat5) Unshielded Twisted-Pair (UTP) cable terminated with an RJ-45 connector to make these
connections.
Note: Ethernet specifications limit the cable length between the switch and the attached
device to 100 m (328 ft.).
Step 5: Applying AC Power
Before connecting the power cord, select an AC outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch,
which can turn off power to the switch. After selecting an appropriate outlet, use the following
procedure to apply AC power:
1. Connect the end of the supplied IEC AC power adapter cable to the power receptacle on the
back of the switch.
2. Connect the AC power adapter cable into a power source such as a wall socket or power strip.
When applying power, the Power LED on the switch’s front panel illuminates.
If the Power LED does not go on, check that the power cable is plugged in correctly and that the
power source is good. If this does not resolve the problem, refer to Appendix A .
Step 6: Managing the Switch using a Web Browser or the PC
Utility
The GS110TP Smart PoE Switch contains software for viewing, changing, and monitoring the
way it works. This management software is not required for the switch to work. The ports can be
used without using the management software. However, the management software enables the
setup of VLAN and Trunking features and also improves the efficiency of the switch, which
results in the improvement of its overall performance as well as the performance of the network.
After powering up the switch for the first time, the Smart Switch can be configured using a Web
browser or a program called Smart Control Center Utility. For more information about managing
the switch, see the Gigabit Advanced Smart Switch Series Software Administration Manual on the
Smart Switch Resource CD.