NETGEAR GS724TS - ProSafe 24 Port Gigabit Stackable Smart... Instruction Manual

June 2009
202-10505-01
NETGEAR, Inc.
350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134 USA
GS700TS Smart Switch
Software Administration
Manual

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Corporation. 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. Information is subject to change without notice.
Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer
It is hereby certified that the GS700TS Gigabit Stackable Smart 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.
Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Statement
This equipment is in the first category (information equipment to be used in commercial and/or industrial areas) and
conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Data Processing Equipment and
Electronic Office Machines that are aimed at preventing radio interference in commercial and/or industrial areas.
Consequently, when this equipment is used in a residential area or in an adjacent area thereto, radio interference may be
caused to equipment such as radios and TV receivers.
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.
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

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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.
EU Statement of Compliance
The NETGEAR GS700TS Gigabit Stackable Smart Switch is compliant with the following EU Council Directives: 89/
336/EEC and LVD 73/23/EEC. Compliance is verified by testing to the following standards: EN55022 Class A,
EN55024 and EN60950-1.
Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations
This digital apparatus (NETGEAR GS700TS Smart Switch) 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.
Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique du ministère des Communications
Cet appareil numérique (NETGEAR GS700TS Smart Switch) 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
For assistance with installing and configuring your NETGEAR system or for questions or problems following
installation:
• Check the NETGEAR Web page at http://www.NETGEAR.com/support
• Call Technical Support in North America at 1-888-NETGEAR. If you are outside North America, please refer to
the phone numbers listed on the Support Information Card that was included with your switch.
• Email Technical Support at [email protected].
• Defective or damaged merchandise can be returned to your point-of-purchase representative.
Internet/World Wide Web
NETGEAR maintains a World Wide Web home page that you can access at the uniform 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.
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 appropriate measures.

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FCC Requirements for Operation in the United States
FCC Information to User: This product does not contain any user-serviceable components and is to be used with
approved antennas only. Any product changes or modifications will invalidate all applicable regulatory certifications and
approvals
FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for
an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm
between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
FCC Declaration Of Conformity: We, NETGEAR, Inc., 4500 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA 95054,
declare under our sole responsibility that the model GS700TS Gigabit Stackable Smart Switch complies with Part 15 of
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: a) This device may not cause harmful interference and
b) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.”
Product and Publication Details
Model Number: GS700TS
Publication Date: June 2009
Product Family: Smart Switch
Product Name: GS700TS Gigabit Stackable Smart Switch
Home or Business Product: Business
Language: English
Publication Part Number: 202-10505-01
Publication Version Number: 1.0

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Contents
About This Manual
Who Should Use this Book ................................................................................................x
How to Use This Book .......................................................................................................x
Conventions, Formats, and Scope ................................................................................... xi
How to Use This Manual ..................................................................................................xii
How to Print this Manual ..................................................................................................xiii
Revision History ...............................................................................................................xiii
Chapter 1
Getting Started with Switch Management
System Requirements ....................................................................................................1-1
Switch Management Interface ........................................................................................1-2
Network with a DHCP Server .........................................................................................1-3
Network without a DHCP Server ....................................................................................1-5
Manually Assigning Network Parameters ................................................................1-5
NIC Setting on the Host that Accesses the GS700TS Gigabit Stackable Smart
Switch .......................................................................................................................1-6
Web Access ....................................................................................................................1-7
Additional Utilities ...........................................................................................................1-8
Password Change ....................................................................................................1-9
Firmware Upgrade ...................................................................................................1-9
Exit .........................................................................................................................1-10
Chapter 2
Introduction to the Web Browser Interface
Logging Into the NETGEAR Home Screen ....................................................................2-1
The Navigation Menu ...............................................................................................2-2
Using the NETGEAR Web Management System Options .............................................2-3
Device Management Buttons ...................................................................................2-3
Informational Services ..............................................................................................2-4
Using Screen and Table Options ..............................................................................2-5

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Chapter 3
Managing System Settings
Using the System Settings Utility ....................................................................................3-1
Management ...................................................................................................................3-1
System Information ..................................................................................................3-1
IP Configuration .......................................................................................................3-4
Time .........................................................................................................................3-5
Device View ....................................................................................................................3-8
Stacking ..........................................................................................................................3-8
Operation Modes ......................................................................................................3-9
Understanding Stack Topology .................................................................................3-9
Stacking Ports ........................................................................................................3-10
Stacking Members and Unit No. .............................................................................3-10
Removing and Replacing Stacking Members ........................................................3-11
Inserting a Stacking Member ..................................................................................3-12
Exchanging Stacking Members ..............................................................................3-12
Switching the Stacking Master ...............................................................................3-13
Stack Configuration and Management ...................................................................3-13
SNMP ...........................................................................................................................3-17
SNMPv1/v2 ............................................................................................................3-18
SNMPv3 .................................................................................................................3-22
LLDP .............................................................................................................................3-38
Basic ......................................................................................................................3-39
Advanced ...............................................................................................................3-40
LLDP Statistics .......................................................................................................3-56
Chapter 4
Configuring Switching Settings
Configuring Switching Settings .......................................................................................4-1
Ports ...............................................................................................................................4-1
Port Configuration ....................................................................................................4-1
LAG ................................................................................................................................4-4
Basic ........................................................................................................................4-5
Advanced .................................................................................................................4-8
VLAN ............................................................................................................................4-14
Basic ......................................................................................................................4-14

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Advanced ...............................................................................................................4-16
Voice VLAN ..................................................................................................................4-21
Basic ......................................................................................................................4-22
Advanced ...............................................................................................................4-23
Properties ...............................................................................................................4-24
Port Setting ............................................................................................................4-25
OUI .........................................................................................................................4-26
STP ...............................................................................................................................4-28
Basic ......................................................................................................................4-28
Advanced ...............................................................................................................4-31
Multicast .......................................................................................................................4-43
Basic ......................................................................................................................4-43
Advanced ...............................................................................................................4-45
Address Table ...............................................................................................................4-51
Basic ......................................................................................................................4-51
Advanced ...............................................................................................................4-53
Chapter 5
Configuring QoS
Configuring the Basic and Advanced QoS Settings .......................................................5-1
CoS .................................................................................................................................5-1
Basic ........................................................................................................................5-2
Advanced .................................................................................................................5-7
Chapter 6
Managing Security
Setting Security Configuration Options ...........................................................................6-1
Management Security .....................................................................................................6-1
User Configuration ...................................................................................................6-1
RADIUS ....................................................................................................................6-2
TACACS+ .................................................................................................................6-6
Authentication List ....................................................................................................6-8
Port Authentication .........................................................................................................6-9
Basic ........................................................................................................................6-9
Advanced ...............................................................................................................6-11
Traffic Control ...............................................................................................................6-15
Storm Control .........................................................................................................6-15

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Port Security ...........................................................................................................6-17
Protected Ports ......................................................................................................6-19
ACL ...............................................................................................................................6-20
MAC ACL ...............................................................................................................6-21
MAC Rules .............................................................................................................6-22
MAC Binding Configuration ....................................................................................6-24
IPv4 ACL ................................................................................................................6-25
IPv4 Rules ..............................................................................................................6-26
IPv4 Binding Configuration .....................................................................................6-28
IPv6 ACL ................................................................................................................6-29
IPv6 Rules ..............................................................................................................6-30
IPv6 Binding Configuration .....................................................................................6-32
Binding Table ..........................................................................................................6-33
Chapter 7
Monitoring the Switch
Setting Monitoring Options .............................................................................................7-1
Logs ................................................................................................................................7-1
Logs Configuration ...................................................................................................7-2
Log Filter ..................................................................................................................7-3
Memory Log .............................................................................................................7-4
Flash Log .................................................................................................................7-6
Server Log ................................................................................................................7-7
RMON .............................................................................................................................7-9
Basic ........................................................................................................................7-9
Advanced ...............................................................................................................7-11
Port Mirroring ................................................................................................................7-23
Port Mirroring .........................................................................................................7-23
Chapter 8
Maintenance
Using the Maintenance Options .....................................................................................8-1
Reset ..............................................................................................................................8-1
Device Reboot ..........................................................................................................8-1
Factory Default .........................................................................................................8-2
Upload ............................................................................................................................8-3
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Download ........................................................................................................................8-5
Download .................................................................................................................8-5
File Management ............................................................................................................8-6
Active Image ............................................................................................................8-6
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................8-7
Diagnostics ...............................................................................................................8-7
Chapter 9
Online Help
Online Help .....................................................................................................................9-1
Support ...........................................................................................................................9-1
User Guide .....................................................................................................................9-2
Chapter A
Default Settings
Index

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About This Manual
The NETGEAR®GS700TS Smart Switch Software Administration Manual describes how to
install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot the GS700TS Gigabit Stackable Smart Switch using
its included software. This book describes the software configuration procedures and explains the
options available within those procedures.
Who Should Use this Book
The information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate to advanced system
management skills.
This document was created primarily for the system administrator who wishes to install and
configure the GS700TS Smart Switch in a network. This user guide assumes that the reader has a
general understanding of switch platforms and a basic knowledge of Ethernet and networking
concepts. To install this switch, it is not necessary to understand and use all of its capabilities.
Once basic configuration is performed, the switch operates using the remaining factory default
parameters. However, a greater level of configuration—anywhere from the basic up to the
maximum possible—will allow your network the full benefit of the switch’s features. The web
interface simplifies this configuration at all levels.
How to Use This Book
This document describes configuration commands for the GS700TS Smart Switch software. The
commands can all be accessed from the Web interface.
•Chapter 1, “Getting Started with Switch Management” describes how to use the SmartWizard
Discovery utility to set up your switch so that you can communicate with it.
•Chapter 2, “Introduction to the Web Browser Interface” introduces the Web browser interface.
•Chapter 3, “Managing System Settings” describes how to configure the System functions.
•Chapter 4, “Configuring Switching Settings” describes how to configure the Switching
functions.
•Chapter 5, “Configuring QoS” describes how to configure QoS functions.

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•Chapter 6, “Managing Security” describes how to configure security.
•Chapter 7, “Monitoring the Switch” describes how to configure switch monitoring.
•Chapter 8, “Maintenance” describes the firmware upgrade procedure and reset functions.
•Chapter 9, “Online Help” describes how to obtain online help and support.
•Chapter A, “Default Settings” gives GS700TS Smart Switch specifications and lists default
feature values.
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:
•Formats. This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages:
Note: Refer to the product release notes for the GS700TS Smart Switch Software
application level code. The release notes detail the platform specific functionality
of the Switching, SNMP, Config, and Management packages.
Italics Emphasis, books, CDs, file and server names, extensions
Bold User input, IP addresses, GUI screen text
Fixed Command prompt, CLI text, code
italics URL links
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.
Warning: Ignoring this type of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the
equipment.

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•Scope. This manual is written for the GS700TS Smart Switch according to these
specifications:
.
How to Use This Manual
The HTML version of this manual includes the following:
• Buttons and for browsing forwards or backwards through the manual one page
at a time.
• A button that displays the table of contents and a button. Double-click on a link
in the table of contents or index to navigate directly to where the topic is described in the
manual.
• A button to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. online knowledge base for the product
model.
• Links to PDF versions of the full manual and individual chapters.
Danger: This is a safety warning. Failure to take heed of this notice may result in
personal injury or death.
Product Version GS700TS Gigabit Stackable Smart Switch
Manual Publication Date June 2009
Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. website at
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How to Print this Manual
To print this manual, select one of the following options:
•Printing a Page from HTML. Each page in the HTML version of the manual is dedicated to
a major topic. Select File > Print from the browser menu to print the page contents.
•Printing from PDF. Your computer must have the free Adobe Acrobat reader installed in
order to view and print PDF files. The Acrobat reader is available on the Adobe Web site at
http://www.adobe.com.
– Printing a PDF Chapter.
• Click the PDF of This Chapter link at the top left of any page in the chapter you want
to print. The PDF version of the chapter you were viewing opens in a browser
window.
• Click the print icon in the upper left of your browser window.
– Printing a PDF version of the Complete Manual.
• 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.
• Click the print icon in the upper left of your browser window.
Revision History
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.
Part Number Version
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Chapter 1
Getting Started with Switch Management
This section provides an overview of switch management, including the methods you can choose
to start managing your NETGEAR GS700TS Gigabit Stackable Smart Switch. It also leads you
through the steps necessary to get started, using the SmartWizard Discovery utility. The section
includes this information under the following menu options:
•“System Requirements”
•“Switch Management Interface”
•“Network with a DHCP Server”
•“Network without a DHCP Server”
•“Web Access”
•“Additional Utilities”
System Requirements
The following hardware and software facilities are required to run the applications described in
this manual:
• Network facilities:
– Ethernet network with or without DHCP server as appropriate
– Ethernet cable to connect the switch to a PC
• For running the SmartWizard Discovery utility and local or remote Web Management:
– IBM-type PC with CD drive: RAM size and disk specification are not critical
– OS software: Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows XP, or Windows 2000
– Desktop computer running Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later or Netscape Navigator
6.0 or later, or equivalent

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Switch Management Interface
Your NETGEAR GS700TS Gigabit Stackable Smart Switch contains an embedded web server
and management software for managing and monitoring switch functions. This switch operates as
a simple switch without using the management software. The management software enables you to
configure more advanced features, and consequently improve switch efficiency as well as overall
network performance.
Web-Based Management enables you to monitor, configure, and control your switch remotely
using a common web browser, instead of having to use expensive and complicated SNMP
software products. Simply by using your web browser, you can monitor the performance of your
switch and optimize network configuration. Using your browser, for example, you can set up
VLANs, traffic priority, and configure port trunking.
In addition, NETGEAR provides the SmartWizard Discovery utility with this product. This
program runs under Microsoft Windows XP or Windows 2000 and provides a “front end” that
discovers the switches on your network segment. When you power up your switch for the first
time, the SmartWizard Discovery utility enables you to configure its basic network parameters
without prior knowledge of IP address or subnet mask. Following such configuration, this program
leads you into the Web Management interface.
Some features of the SmartWizard Discovery utility and Web Management interface are shown in
the table below.
Note: For complete hardware installation instructions, refer to the GS700TS Smart Switch
Hardware Installation Manual included on your Resource CD, or go to
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For a more detailed discussion of the SmartWizard Discovery utility, continue with this section:
“Network with a DHCP Server” or “Network without a DHCP Server”. For a detailed discussion
of the Web Browser Interface, see Chapter 2, “Introduction to the Web Browser Interface”.
Network with a DHCP Server
To install the switch in a network with a DHCP server, proceed as follows:
1. Connect the GS700TS Smart Switch to a DHCP network.
2. Power on the switch by connecting its AC-DC power adapter.
3. Install the SmartWizard Discovery utility, located on the switch installation CD, on your
computer.
4. Start the SmartWizard Discovery utility.
5. Click Discover for the SmartWizard Discovery utility to find your GS700TS Gigabit
Stackable Smart Switch. You should see a screen similar to that shown below.
Table 1-1. Switch Management Methods
Management Method Features
SmartWizard Discovery utility No IP address or subnet mask setup needed
Discover all switches on the network
User-friendly interface under Microsoft Windows
Firmware upgrade capability
Password change feature
Provides entry to web configuration of switch
Web browser interface Password protection
Ideal for configuring the switch remotely
Compatible with Internet Explorer and Netscape Navigator on any platform
Extensive switch configuration possible
Configuration backup and restore
Can be accessed from any location via the switch’s IP address
Intuitive browser interface
Most visually appealing

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6. Note the displayed IP address assigned by the DHCP server. You will need this value to access
the switch directly from a web browser (without using the SmartWizard Discovery utility).
7. Select your switch by highlighting the name of the switch. Then click Web Access. The
discovery utility displays a login window similar to the following:
8. Use your web browser to manage your switch. The default password is password. Then use
this screen to proceed to management of the switch covered in Chapter 2, “Introduction to the
Web Browser Interface”.
Figure 1-1
Figure 1-2

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Network without a DHCP Server
This section describes how to set up your switch in a network without a DHCP server, and is
divided into the following tasks:
• Manually assign network parameters for your switch
• Configure the NIC settings on the host PC
• Log in to the web-based switch management utility
Manually Assigning Network Parameters
If your network has no DHCP service, you must assign a static IP address to your switch. You can
also assign the switch a static IP address even if your network has DHCP service. Proceed as
follows:
1. Connect the GS700TS Gigabit Stackable Smart Switch to your existing network.
2. Power on the switch by plugging in the AC-DC power adapter. The default IP is
192.168.0.239.
3. Install the SmartWizard Discovery utility on your computer. The SmartWizard Discovery
utility is located on the switch installation CD.
4. Start the SmartWizard Discovery utility.
5. Click Discover for the SmartWizard Discovery utility to find your GS700TS Gigabit
Stackable Smart Switch. You should see a screen similar to that shown in Figure 1-1.
6. Click Configuration Setting. A screen similar to that shown below appears.

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7. Select Disable to disable DHCP.
8. The default IP address is 192.168.0.239 and the default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0. If you
want different values, enter the switch IP address, gateway IP address and subnet mask.
9. Type your password and click Set. Please ensure that your PC and the GS700TS Gigabit
Stackable Smart Switch are in the same subnet. Note the settings for later use.
NIC Setting on the Host that Accesses the GS700TS Gigabit
Stackable Smart Switch
The settings of your Network Interface Card (NIC) under MS Windows OS are made with entries
into Windows screens similar to the ones shown below. For comparison, the settings screens of the
switch are also shown although they do not appear in the Windows view.
Figure 1-3

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You need Windows Administrator privileges to change these settings.
1. On your PC, access the MS Windows operating system TCP/IP Properties.
2. Set IP address and subnet mask appropriately. The subnet mask value is identical to that set in
the switch. The PC IP address must be different from that of the switch but lie in the same
subnet.
3. Click Web Access in the SmartWizard Discovery utility to enable the management screens as
described in the following section.
Web Access
For Web access, you can either:
• Select Web Access using the SmartWizard Discovery utility (see “Network with a DHCP
Server” or “Network without a DHCP Server”).
• Access the switch directly, without using the SmartWizard Discovery utility.
Figure 1-4