TP-Link JetStream TL-SL3428 User manual

Installation Guide
L2 Managed Switch
TL-SL3428
Enterprise Networking Solution

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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 when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
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.1)
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.2)
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
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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 adequate measures.
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Related Document
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The User Guide and CLI Reference Guide of the product are provided on the resource
CD.
To obtain the latest product information, please visit the official website:
http://www.tp-link.com
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This Installation Guide describes the hardware characteristics, installation methods and
the points that should be attended to during installation.
This Installation Guide is structured as follows:
Chapter 1 Introduction. This chapter describes the external components of the
Switch.
Chapter 2 Installation. This chapter illustrates how to install the Switch.
Chapter 3 Lightning Protection. This chapter illustrates how to prevent lightning
damage.
Chapter 4 Connection. This chapter illustrates how to do the physical connection of
the Switch.
Chapter 5 Configuration. This chapter instructs you to configure the Switch via Web
Interface and CLI commands.
Appendix A Troubleshooting.
Appendix B Hardware Specifications.
Appendix C Technical Support.

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This Installation Guide is for:
Network Engineer
Network Administrator
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This guide uses the specific formats to highlight special messages. The following table
lists the notice icons that are used throughout this guide.
Remind to be careful. A caution indicates a potential which may
result in device damage.
Remind to take notice. The note contains the helpful
information for a better use of the product.
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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ———————————— 01
1.1 Product Overview.........................................01
1.2 Appearance .................................................01
Chapter 2 Installation ————————————— 04
2.1 Package Contents.........................................04
2.2 Safety Precautions........................................04
2.3 Installation Tools..........................................06
2.4 Product Installation ......................................06
Chapter 3 Lightning Protection ———————— 08
3.1 Cabling Reasonably ......................................08
3.2 Connect to Ground .......................................10
3.3 Equipotential Bonding...................................11
3.4 Use Lightning Arrester ..................................12
Chapter 4 Connection ————————————— 13
4.1 Ethernet Port ...............................................13
4.2 SFP Port ......................................................13
4.3 Console Port ................................................14
4.4 Verify Installation .........................................14
4.5 Power On ..................................................14
4.6 Initialization.................................................15
Chapter 5 Conguration———————————— 16
5.1 Congure the Switch via GUI ........................16
5.2 Congure the Switch Using CLI .....................17
Appendix A Troubleshooting—————————— 22
Appendix B Hardware Specications —————— 23
Appendix C Technical Support ————————— 24

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TP-LINK JetStreamTM L2 Managed Switch, designed for workgroups and departments,
provides wire-speed performance and abundant layer 2 management features. It
provides a variety of service features and multiple powerful functions with high security.
The EIA-standardized framework and smart configuration capacity can provide flexible
solutions for a variable scale of networks. ACL, 802.1x and Dynamic ARP Inspection
provide robust security strategies. QoS and IGMP snooping/filtering optimize voice and
video application. Link aggregation (LACP) increases aggregated bandwidth, optimizing
the transport of business critical data. SNMP, RMON, WEB/CLI/Telnet Log-in bring
abundant management policies. TP-LINK JetStreamTM L2 Managed Switch integrates
multiple functions with excellent performance, and is friendly to manage, which can
fully meet the need of the users demanding higher networking performance.
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Front Panel
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The front panel of TL-SL3428 is shown as the following figure.
Front Panel of TL-SL3428Figure 1-1
LEDs
LED Status Indication
PWR
On The Switch is powered on
Off The Switch is powered off or power supply is abnormal
Flashing Power supply is abnormal
SYS Flashing The Switch works properly
On/Off The Switch works improperly
10/100Mbps
On A device is linked to the corresponding port, but no activity
Flashing Data is being transmitted or received
Green A 100Mbps device is connected to the corresponding port
Yellow A 10Mbps device is connected to the corresponding port
Off No device is connected to the corresponding port
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LEDs
Console Port
10/100/1000Mbps RJ45 Port
SFP Port
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LED Status Indication
1000Mbps
On A device is linked to the corresponding port, but no activity
Flashing Data is being transmitted or received
Green A 1000Mbps device is connected to the corresponding port
Yellow A 10/100Mbps device is connected to the corresponding port
Off No device is connected to the corresponding port
Note: The Switch features some “Combo”ports. A “Combo”port consists of a RJ45
port and a SFP port, and the two ports share the same LED.
Port Feature
Model 10/100Mbps RJ45
Port
10/100/1000Mbps
RJ45 Port Console Port SFP Port
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10/100Mbps Port
Designed to connect to the device with a bandwidth of 10Mbps or 100Mbps. Each
has a corresponding 10/100Mbps LED.
10/100/1000Mbps Port
Designed to connect to the device with a bandwidth of 10Mbps, 100Mbps or
1000Mbps. Each has a corresponding 1000Mbps LED.
SFP Port
Designed to install the SFP module. The Switch features some SFP transceiver
slots that are shared with the associated RJ45 ports. The associated two ports are
referred as a “Combo” port, which means they cannot be used simultaneously,
otherwise only SFP port works.
Console Port
Designed to connect with the serial port of a computer or terminal for monitoring
and configuring the Switch.
Note: When using the SFP port with a 100Mbps module or a gigabit module, you
need log on to the GUI (Graphical User Interface) of the Switch and configure its
corresponding Speed and Duplex mode on Switching→Port→Port Cong page. For
100Mbps module, please select 100MFD while select 1000MFD for gigabit module. By
default, the Speed and Duplex mode of SFP port is 1000MFD.
Rear Panel
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The rear panel of TL-SL3428 is shown as the following figure.
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Grounding Terminal
Power Socket
Rear Panel of TL-SFigure 1-2 L3428
Grounding Terminal
The Switch already comes with lightning protection mechanism. You can also ground
the Switch through the PE (Protecting Earth) cable of AC cord or with Ground Cable.
For detailed information, please refer to Chapter 3 Lightning Protection.
Power Socket
Connect the female connector of the power cord here, and the male connector to
the AC power outlet. Please make sure the voltage of the power supply meets the
requirement of the input voltage (100-240V~ 50/60Hz).
Caution: Please use the provided power cord.
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Make sure that the package contains the following items. If any of the listed items is
damaged or missing, please contact your distributor.
One Resource CD
One Switch One Power Cord, one Console
Cable and one Ground Cable
This Installation Guide
Two mounting brackets and
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To avoid any device damage and bodily injury caused by improper use, please observe
the following rules.
Safety Precautions
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Keep the power off during the installation.
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Wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap, and make sure that the wrist strap has a good
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skin contact and is well grounded.
Use only the power cord provided with the Switch.
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Make sure that the supply voltage matches the specifications indicated on the rear
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panel of the Switch.
Ensure the vent hole is well ventilated and unblocked.
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Do not open or remove the cover of the Switch.
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Before cleaning the device, cut off the power supply. Do not clean it by the waterish
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cloth, and never use any other liquid cleaning method.
Site Requirements
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To ensure normal operation and long service life of the device, please install it in an
environment that meets the requirements described in the following subsection.
Temperature/Humidity
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Please keep a proper temperature and humidity in the equipment room. Too high/low
humidity may lead to bad insulation, electricity leakage, mechanical property changes
and corrosions. Too high temperature may accelerate aging of the insulation materials
and can thus significantly shorten the service life of the device. For normal temperature
and humidity of the device, please check the following table.
Environment Temperature Humidity
Operating 0℃~ 40℃10% ~ 90%RH Non-condensing
Storage -40℃~ 70℃5% ~ 90%RH Non-condensing
Clearness
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The dust accumulated on the Switch can be absorbed by static electricity and result
in poor contact of metal contact points. Some measures have been taken for the
device to prevent static electricity, but too strong static electricity can cause deadly
damage to the electronic elements on the internal circuit board. To avoid the effect of
static electricity on the operation of the Switch, please attach much importance to the
following items:
Dust the device regularly, and keep the indoor air clean.
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Keep the device well grounded and ensure static electricity has been transferred.
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Electromagnetic Interference
L2 Managed Switch
TL-SL3428
Electronic elements including capacitance and inductance on the device can be affected
by external interferences, such as conducted emission by capacitance coupling,
inductance coupling, and impedance coupling. To decrease the interferences, please
make sure to take the following measures:
Use the power supply that can effectively filter interference from the power grid.
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Keep the device far from high-frequency, strong-current devices, such as radio
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transmitting station.
Use electromagnetic shielding when necessary.
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Lightening Protection
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TL-SL3428
Extremely high voltage currents can be produced instantly when lightning occurs and
the air in the electric discharge path can be instantly heated up to 20,000℃. As this
instant current is strong enough to damage electronic devices, more effective lightning
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