NETGEAR XSM7224S - ProSafe 10 Gigabit Stackable Manual

350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA
November 2010
202-10751-01
v1.0
Managed Stackable Switch
XSM7224S
Hardware Installation Guide

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Table of Contents |3
Chapter 1 Introduction
XSM7224S Front Panel and LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
XSM7224S Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Unpacking the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Select a Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Install the Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Check the Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connect to Power and Check the LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Fan Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Installing an Adapter and Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Creating a Stack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Power Module Bay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Installing a Power Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Removing a Power Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connecting Equipment to the Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
RJ-45 Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Connecting a Console to the Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Additional Troubleshooting Suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Appendix A Technical Specifications
Specifications for XSM7224S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Specifications for GSM7328S and GSM7352S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Appendix B Default Configuration Settings
Appendix C Notification of Compliance
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1. Introduction
The NETGEAR ProSafe 10Gigabit Managed L2+ Stackable Switch XSM7224S 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 XSM7224S Switch
This switch 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 website at
http://www.netgear.com.
XSM7224S Front Panel and LEDs
The following figure shows the front panel of the XSM7224S. The front panel contains LEDs,
a Reset button, a USB port, copper/fiber combo ports, and 10G SFP+ ports. The module
bays support any combination of ProSafe 10GBase-SR SFP+ Module AXM761, ProSafe
10GBase-LR SFP+ Module AXM762, or ProSafe 10GBase-LRM SFP+ Module AXM763.
See SFP+ Modules in Chapter 2.
Figure 1. XSM7224S Front Panel
LEDs
Reset button SFP+ Ports Combo Ports
USB Port
Console Port

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Table 1. LED Descriptions for XSM7224S
LED Description
ID This is the stack member ID (1–99) that the software assigns to the switch.
Stack Master • Green: The switch acts as a master unit in a stack of XSM7224S series
switches.
• Off: The switch acts as a slave unit in a stack of XSM7224S series switches.
Power • Solid green: The power module is present, is supplying power to the switch, and
is working normally.
• Solid yellow: The system is in boot-up stage.
• Blinking yellow: Power module is present but has failed.
• Off: Power is disconnected.
Fan • Solid green: The fan is operating normally.
• Solid yellow: The fan has failed.
• Off: No fan is detected.
10GBT Ports
(2 LEDs per port) 10/100M Link/ACT LED:
• Off: No 10/100M link is established on the port.
• Solid yellow: A valid 10/100M link is established on the port.
• Blinking yellow: The port is transmitting or receiving packets at 10/100Mbps.
Left side LED
1G/10G Link/ACT LED:
• Off: No 1G/10G link is established on the port.
• Solid Green – A valid 10Gbps link is established on the port.
• Blinking Green – Packet transmission or reception is occurring on the port at
10Gbps.
• Solid Yellow – A valid 1000Mbps link is established on the port.
• Blinking Yellow – Packet transmission or reception is occurring on the port at
1000Mbps.
Note: If port 21–24 media is changed to SFP+, the RJ-45 LEDs change to OFF
status.
SFP+ Ports
(1 SPD/Link/ACT
LED per port)
• Off: No SFP/SFP+ module link is established on the port.
• Solid green: A valid 10Gbps SFP+ module link is established on the port.
• Blinking green: The port is transmitting or receiving packets at 10Gbps.
• Solid yellow: A valid 1Gbps SFP module link is established on the port.
• Blinking yellow: Packet transmission or reception is occurring on the port at
1Gbps.
Note: If port 21–24 media is changed to copper, the SFP+ LEDs change to Off
status.
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XSM7224S Rear Panel
The rear panel has two fan trays, a power supply connector, a replaceable power supply, and
a bay for for an optional redundant power supply (APS300W).
Figure 2. XSM7224S Rear Panel
Safety Instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to ensure your own personal safety and to help protect
your system from potential damage.
To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electrical shock, fire, and damage to the equipment,
observe the following precautions.
• Observe and follow service markings.
- Do not service any product except as explained in your system documentation.
- Opening or removing covers that are marked with the triangular symbol with a
lightning bolt may expose you to electrical shock. Only 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:
- The power cable, extension cable, or plug is damaged.
- An object has fallen into the product.
- The product has been exposed to water.
- The product has been dropped or damaged.
- The product does not operate correctly when you follow the operating instructions.
• Keep your system away from radiators and heat sources. Also, do not block cooling
vents.
• Do not spill food or liquids on your system components, and never operate the product in
a wet environment. If the system gets wet, see the appropriate section in your
troubleshooting guide or contact your trained service provider.
• Do not push any objects into the openings of your system. Doing so can cause fire or
electric shock by shorting out interior components.
Replaceable
AC Power
Connector
Power Supply
Replaceable
Fan TraysSupply Bay
Optional Power

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• 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 you are not sure of the type of power source required, consult
your service provider or local power company.
• To help avoid damaging your system, be sure that the voltage selection switch (if
provided) on the power supply is set to match the power available at your location:
- 115 volts (V), 60 hertz (Hz) in most of North and South America and some Far
Eastern countries such as South Korea and Taiwan
- 100 V, 50 Hz in eastern Japan and 100 V, 60 Hz in western Japan
- 230 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 cables. 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.
• The peripheral power 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 you
must use an extension cable, use a three-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 your 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 and national wiring rules.

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2. Hardware Installation
This chapter explains how to install the hardware for the Managed Stackable Layer 2+ 10G
Switch XSM7224S.
Package Contents
Each switch is packed and shipped separately. The package contains the following items:
• Managed Stackable Layer 2+ 10Gigabit Ethernet Switch with preinstalled software
• Power cord
• USB to serial converter
• Rubber footpads for tabletop installation
• Rubber caps for the SFP+ sockets
• Rack-mounting kit
• Null-modem serial cable (RS-232) with 9-pin connectors
• Resource CD: The CD either includes these documents or links to access them:
- ProSafe 7200 Managed Switch CLI Manual, Version 9.0
- NETGEAR 7000 Series Managed Switch Administration Guide
- NETGEAR Installation Guide for the XSM7224S Stackable Managed Switch
- This Hardware Installation Guide
• ProSafe NMS100 Network Management System 30-day trial CD-ROM
Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge
WARNING!
Static electricity can harm delicate components inside your
system. To prevent static damage, discharge static electricity
from your body before you touch any of the electronic
components, such as the microprocessor. You can do so by
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You can also take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD):
1. When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, leave it in the
antistatic package until you are ready to install it. Just before unwrapping the antistatic
package, discharge static electricity from your body.
2. Before moving a sensitive component, place it in an antistatic container or package.
3. Handle all sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use antistatic floor pads,
workbench pads, and an antistatic grounding strap.
Unpacking the Hardware
Check the contents of the boxes to make sure that all items are present before installing the
switch.
1. Place the container on a clean flat surface and cut all straps securing the container.
2. Unpack the hardware from the boxes.
Carefully remove the hardware and place it on a secure and clean surface. See
<pdf>“Select a Location” on page 2-10.
3. Remove all packing material.
4. Make sure that all items are present. See “Package Contents” on page -9.
Note: If any item is found missing or damaged, contact your local
NETGEAR reseller for replacement.
5. Inspect the products and accessories for damage. Report any damage immediately.
Installation
Install the equipment in the sequence presented in this section:
1. Select a Location. See “Select a Location” on page -10.
2. Install the Switch. See “Install the Switch” on page -11.
3. Check the installation. See “Check the Installation” on page -12.
4. Apply power and check the LEDs. See “Connect to Power and Check the LEDs” on
page -12.
Select a Location
The switch can be mounted in a standard 19-inch (48.26-centimeter) rack, wall-mounted, or
left freestanding (placed on a tabletop).

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The site where you install the switch may greatly affect its performance. Before installing the
switch or switches, make sure that the chosen installation location meets the following site
requirements.
Install the Switch
You can install the switch on a flat surface or in a standard 19-inch rack.
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 and vibrations.
Installing the Switch in a Rack
To install the switch in a rack, you will need the 19-inch rack-mount kit supplied with your
switch.
1. Attach the supplied mounting brackets to the side of the switch.
Table 1. Site Requirements for Switch Location
Requirements
Mounting • Desktop Installations: Provide a flat table or shelf surface.
• Rack-mount Installations: Use a 19-inch (48.3-centimeter) EIA standard
equipment rack that is grounded and physically secure. You need the
rack-mount kit supplied with your switch.
Access Locate the switch in a position that lets you access the front panel RJ-45 ports,
view the front panel LEDs, and access the rear-panel power connector.
Power source Provide a power source within 6 feet (1.8 meters) of the installation location.
Power specifications for the switch are shown in Appendix A. Be sure that the
AC outlet is not controlled by a wall switch, which can accidentally turn off power
to the outlet and the switch.
Environment Install the switch in a site free from strong electromagnetic field generators (such
as motors), vibration, dust, and direct exposure to sunlight.
Temperature The ambient switch operating temperature range is 0º to 50ºC (32º and 122ºF).
Keep the switch away from heat sources such as direct sunlight, warm air
exhausts, hot-air vents, and heaters.
Operating humidity Install the switch in a dry area with a maximum relative humidity of 90%,
noncondensing.
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 that there is adequate airflow in the room or wiring closet where you intend
to install the switch.
Cabling Route the cable to avoid sources of electrical noise such as radio transmitters,
broadcast amplifiers, power lines, and fluorescent lighting fixtures.

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2. Use the provided Phillips head screws to fasten the brackets to the sides of the
switch.
mounting
bracket
Figure 1. Installing the Switch in a Rack
3. Tighten the screws with a No. 1 Phillips screwdriver to secure each bracket.
4. Align the bracket and rack holes. Use two pan-head screws with nylon washers to
fasten each bracket to the rack.
5. Tighten the screws with a No. 2 Phillips screwdriver to secure the switch in the rack.
Check the Installation
Before you apply power, perform the following checks:
1. Inspect the equipment thoroughly.
2. Verify that all cables are installed correctly.
3. Check cable routing to ensure that cables are not damaged and will not create a safety
hazard.
4. Be sure that all equipment is mounted properly and securely.
Connect to Power and Check the LEDs
The switch does not have an On/Off switch. The only way to apply or remove power is to
connect or disconnect the power cord. Before you connect the power cord, select an AC
outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch (which can turn off power to the switch).
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1. Connect one end of the AC power adapter cable to the rear of the switch, and the other
end to a grounded 3-pronged AC outlet.
2. Check the Power LED on the front panel of the switch. The LED should light up in the
following sequence:
• The LED turns yellow as the switch runs a Power-On Self-Test (POST).
• If the switch passes the test, the LED turns green. The switch is working and ready to
pass data.
• If the POST fails, the Power LED blinks yellow.
If the Power LED does not light up, check that the power cable is plugged in correctly and
that the power source is good. For help with troubleshooting, see Chapter 3.3,
“Troubleshooting.”
SFP+ / SFP Modules
SFP+ and SFP modules (sold separately) can be inserted directly into the switch’s ports.
Figure 2. SFP+ SFP Modules
• AXM761 - SFP+ module with an LC connector that is compatible with the IEEE 802.3ae
(10GBase-SR)
• AXM762 - SFP+ module with an LC connector that is compatible with the IEEE 802.3ae
(10GBase-LR)
• AXM763 - SFP+ module with an LC connector that is compatible with the IEEE 802.3aq
(10GBase-LRM)
• SFP+ module with an LC connector that is compatible with the IEEE 802.3aq
(10GBase-LRM) and IEEE 802.3ae (10GBase Ethernet) standards.
• AGM731F - SFP module with LC connector, compatible with the IEEE 802.3z
1000Base-SX standard.
• AGM732F - SFP module with LC connector, compatible with the IEEE 802.3z
1000Base-LX standard.
• SFP or SFP+ module with LC connector, compatible with the IEEE 802.3z 1000Base-X
standard.
1. insert the module into the switch port.

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2. Press firmly to ensure that the module seats into the connector.
Figure 3. Insert the SFP+ or SPF Module into the Switch

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Creating a Stack
You can connect up to four switches to form a stack with a single management IP address.
The switches automatically select a master unit. Once the master is selected, you can use its
console to manage all the switches in the stack.
The cabling shown in Figure 4shows a single loop. You can use additional loops to provide
redundancy and allow load balancing.
Any ports on the front panel can be used for stackingusing the following:
• two AXC761 Direct Attach SFP+ cables per switch
• two AXC763 Direct Attach SFP+ cables per switch
• two Cat6 RJ45 patch cables per switch
Use fiber links between stacked switches in different locations. Different cable types can be
used in a stack. For SFP+ ports use LC optical cables. For RJ45 ports use Cat6A cables.
To set up a stack:
1. Install a 10G SFP+ module (AXM761/762/763) into the SFP+ port at the front of each
switch.
2. Connect a fiber cable between a pair of 10G SFP+ modules (AXM761/762/763) modules in
each switch in a stack.
Connecting AX742 modules
with stacking cable
Figure 4. Switch Stack

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3. Connect each switch to the next in a cascade to build the backplane of the stack. Finally,
connect the last switch in the stack to the first switch, to close the ring and provide
redundancy and resiliency to the stack.
The switches automatically select the master switch in the stack.
4. To use the console and Command Line Interface (CLI), use a serial cable to connect the
console to the master switch. This single console connection lets you manage all the
switches in the stack.
For information about working with the CLI, see the Command Line Interface Reference for
the ProSafe 7200S Series Layer-2+ Stackable Switches on the Resource CD that shipped
with your product.

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Power Module Bay
The power module bay provides an easy way to replace a failed power module APS300W. If
the switch needs to continue to operate while you replace the power supply, another
APS300W must be used installed in the second power supply bay on the switch rear panel.
Installing a Power Module
To install a power module, follow these steps:
WARNING!
When inserting a power module into the switch, do not use
unnessary force. Doing so can damage the connectors on the rear
of the supply and on the midplane
1. Insert the new power supply module into the power module slot, and gently push the
module into the slot.
Figure 5. Insert the Power Supply Module
2. Align the two captive screws with the screw holes in the switch’s rear panel.
3. Using a screwdriver, gently tighten the captive screws.
4. Connect the power cord to the module and to an AC-powered outlet.
Removing a Power Module
To remove a power module, follow these steps:
1. Disconnect the power cord from the power module.
2. Remove the power cord from the power connector.
3. Loosen the two captive screws on the power module.
4. Remove the power module from the power module slot by pulling on the extraction handle.

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Fan Tray
Removing an XSM7224S Switch Fan Tray
Note: The fan tray has a hot swap capability. It is not necessary to remove
the AC power when removing the fan tray.
To remove the fan tray, follow these steps:
1. Loosen the two captive screws on the fan tray.
2. Remove the fan tray from the fan tray slot by pulling on the captive screws.
Figure 6. Fan Tray Removal
Installing an XSM7224S Switch Fan Tray
To install fan tray, follow these steps:
WARNING!
When inserting a fan tray into the switches, do not use
unnecessary force. Doing so can damage the connectors on the
rear of the fan tray and on the midplane.
1. Insert the new fan tray module into the fan tray module slot, and gently push the module
into the slot.
2. Align the two captive screws with the screw holes in the switch’s back panel.
3. Using a screwdriver, gently tighten the captive screws.

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Connecting Equipment to the Switch
You can connect devices, a Gigabit Ethernet module, and/or a console to the switch.
RJ-45 Ports
The switch uses Auto Uplink technology, which enables you to attach devices using either
straight-through or crossover cables. Use a Category 5 (Cat5) unshielded twisted-pair (UTP)
cable terminated with an RJ-45 connector.
Note: Ethernet specifications limit the cable length between the switch and
the attached device to 328 feet (100 meters).
Connecting a Console to the Switch
After you install the switch and apply power, you can connect to it with a terminal or
workstation. You can use the Command Line Interface (CLI) to identify the IP address. If you
are stacking switches, see <pdf>“Creating a Stack” on page 2-15.
To use a console you need the following items:
• VT100/ANSI terminal, or a Windows PC, Apple Macintosh PC, or UNIX workstation.
• Null-modem cable with 9-pin connectors on each end (shipped with the product).
To connect a console to the switch:
1. Connect the null-modem cable to the console port on the rear of the switch.
Console port
Figure 7. Rear Panel Console Port
2. Connect the other end of the cable to a workstation or terminal.
3. If you attached a workstation, start a terminal-emulation program.
• Microsoft Windows users can use HyperTerminal if it comes with the Windows
operating systems. If not, you need to install another 3rd party terminal emulator such
as Tera Term.
• Macintosh users can use ZTerm.

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• UNIX users can use a terminal emulator such as TIP.
4. Configure the terminal-emulation program to use the following settings:
• Baud rate: 9,600 bps
• Data bits: 8
• Parity: none
• Stop bit: 1
• Flow control: none
After you connect a console to the switch, you will need to configure it. The following
documents are provided for this purpose:
• Quick Installation Guide: Explains basic setup and configuration (provided as both a print
document and in PDF format on the Resource CD).
• ProSafe 7200 Managed Switch CLI Manual, Version 9.0: Gives detailed examples of how
to use the CLI.
• NETGEAR 7000 Series Managed Switch Administration Guide: Describes configuration
tasks.