Waters Network Systems ProSwitch FlexPort- 2600M User manual

WATERS NETWORK SYSTEMS™
INSTALLATION GUIDE
AND
OPERATING MANUAL
ProSwitch®FlexPort- 2600M
Managed Modular Copper and Fiber Switch
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Bloomington, MN 55437 Rochester, MN 55901
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................................................1
2.0 PACKAGE CONTENTS - PROSWITCH®- 2600M ...................................................3
2.1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION.......................................................................................3
2.2 UPLINK MODULES...................................................................................................3
3.0 INSTALLATION OF THE PROSWITCH®- 2600M.....................................................3
3.1 LOCATION OF THE PROSWITCH®- 2600M ............................................................3
3.2 RACK MOUNTING THE PROSWITCH®- 2600M......................................................3
3.3 POWERING THE 2600M...........................................................................................4
3.4 THE MODULES.........................................................................................................4
Handling Modules....................................................................................................................4
Module Installation...................................................................................................................4
Connecting Modules................................................................................................................4
Removing Modules..................................................................................................................5
3.5 CONNECTING THE PROSWITCH®– 2600M...........................................................5
3.6 CONFIGURATION OF PROSWITCH®- 2600M.........................................................6
3.7 STATUS OF LEDS....................................................................................................6
4.0 MANAGING THE SWITCH........................................................................................6
4.1 CONSOLE MANAGEMENT INTERFACE (CMI).......................................................7
Equipment Required................................................................................................................7
Hardware setup........................................................................................................................7
Using HyperTerminal...............................................................................................................7
Using Remote Management....................................................................................................7
Assigning an IP Address..........................................................................................................8
Logging Into the Management Functions ................................................................................8
5.0 USING THE MANAGEMENT FUNCTIONS...............................................................8
5.1 MANAGEMENT FUNCTIONS...................................................................................9
5.2 PERFORMING BASIC MANAGEMENT FUNCTIONS..............................................9
5.3 SYSTEM MANAGEMENT .......................................................................................10
5.4 CONFIGURING THE LAN PORTS............................................................................10
Speed and Flow Control ........................................................................................................10
5.5 CONFIGURING THE CONSOLE PORT..................................................................11
Console Port ..........................................................................................................................11
6.0 ADVANCED MANAGEMENT FUNCTIONS............................................................12
VLANS ...................................................................................................................................12
Creating a VLAN....................................................................................................................12
Deleting a VLAN ....................................................................................................................13
VLAN Activities.......................................................................................................................13

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Changing a VLAN Configuration............................................................................................13
Deleting Ports from a VLAN...................................................................................................14
Assigning PVID......................................................................................................................14
IP Multicast Group Perspective .............................................................................................14
MAC Address Perspective.....................................................................................................15
Port Perspective.....................................................................................................................15
Per Port Statistics. .................................................................................................................15
Per Port MAC Limit................................................................................................................16
IP Networking.........................................................................................................................16
Using DHCP to Set the IP Address of the Switch..................................................................16
ARP Table..............................................................................................................................17
Routing Table.........................................................................................................................18
DHCP Gateway Setting .........................................................................................................19
About DHCP Protocol............................................................................................................19
Pinging...................................................................................................................................20
Bridging..................................................................................................................................20
Static Filtering ........................................................................................................................20
Spanning Tree .......................................................................................................................21
Spanning Tree Configurations...............................................................................................21
Spanning Tree Port States.....................................................................................................21
Spanning Tree Path Cost.......................................................................................................22
Spanning Tree Port Priorities.................................................................................................22
SNMP.....................................................................................................................................22
Other Protocols......................................................................................................................22
GVRP Protocol.......................................................................................................................23
IGMP Protocol (IGMP Snooping and IP Multicast Filtering)..................................................23
Port Trunking ........................................................................................................................23
Port Mirroring .........................................................................................................................24
QoS Setup..............................................................................................................................24
Logical Port............................................................................................................................26
VLAN......................................................................................................................................26
ToS.........................................................................................................................................26
Profile.....................................................................................................................................26
Port Configuration..................................................................................................................28
Rate Control...........................................................................................................................28
7.0 FILE TRANSFER.....................................................................................................29
Receive File Via TFTP...........................................................................................................29
Send File Via TFTP................................................................................................................29
Receive File Via Kermit..........................................................................................................29

Send File Via Kermit..............................................................................................................29
Other Menu Functions ...........................................................................................................30
8.0 USE WEB BROWSER TO CONFIGURE 2600M....................................................30
Logging into the 2600M .........................................................................................................30
Performing Basic Management Activities..............................................................................31
Performing Advanced Management Activities.......................................................................31
File Transfer, Reboot, Logout and Save Setting ...................................................................31
9.0 USING TELNET.......................................................................................................31
10.0 SNMP AND RMON MANAGEMENT.....................................................................31
SNMP Agent and MIB-2 (RFC1213)......................................................................................32
RMON MIB (RFC1757) and Bridge MIB (RFC1493).............................................................32
RMON Group Supported .......................................................................................................32
Bridge Group Supported........................................................................................................32
11.0 TROUBLESHOOTING...........................................................................................33
11.1 BEFORE CALLING FOR ASSISTANCE...............................................................33
11.2 RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION (RMA) PROCEDURE...........................34
11.3 SHIPPING AND PACKAGING INFORMATION....................................................34
11.4 WARRANTY ..........................................................................................................35
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1.0 Specifications
OPERATIONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
MAC Address Table: Up to 2K
Switching Mode: Store-and-forward
Memory Buffer Size: 2 MB
Filtering/Forwarding Rate Performance
10Mbps: 14,880 pps
100Mbps: 148,800 pps
1000Mbps: 1,488,000 pps
MANAGEMENT OPTIONS:
In-band: Web Based, SNMP, Telnet
Out-band: Console
SNMP Agent:
MIB-II (RFC1213)
Bridge MIB (RFC1493)
RMON MIB (RFC1757, Group 1, 2, 3, 9)
VLAN MIB (802.1Q)
IEEE 802.1D
VLAN: Port-based/802.1Q, Tagged, 128 VLANs
Trunking: 3 groups
IGMP: IP Multicast filtering
QoS:
Port-based
Tag-based
DS/TOS-based
Security:
Limit number of MAC addresses per port
Static MAC address filter
Static/dynamic MAC address limit
Internal Routing
RIP/RIP-2DHCP-Relay
Software Update: TFTP/Kermit software upgrade capability
LED INDICATORS:
Power/Link/Activity/HDX/FDX
System LED Power
NETWORK STANDARDS:
IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T Ethernet
IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX/FX Fast Ethernet
IEEE 802.3z 1000BASE-X Gigabit Ethernet
IEEE 802.3x Flow Control
IEEE 802.1P/Q Tagged VLAN
IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree
EMI/SAFETY COMPLIANCE:
UL 1950, CSA 22.2 No. 950
EN60950 (TUV), VCCI, FCC Class A, CE
EN50082-1, CE

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COPPER CABLE/CONNECTORS:
Twisted Pair
Shielded RJ45
Console Port:
4RS232 Cable/DB9 connector
FIBER CABLE/CONNECTORS:
Multimode FX port: 50/125um, 62.5/125mm
Multimode FX port: 50/125um, 62.5/125mm
Singlemode FX port: 9/125um
Multimode SX/LX port: 50/125um, 62.5/125mm
Singlemode SX/LX port: 9/125um, 62.5/125mm
SC or ST connectors
FIBER DISTANCE:
100Mbps Fiber
Multimode: 2km
Singlemode: 15km
1000Mbps Fiber
Singlemode: 10km
Multimode: 220m
MANAGEMENT CONSOLE CABLE CONNECTOR:
DB9 male, accepts industry standard null-modem cable
POWER SUPPLY:
Input Voltage: 100-240VAC/50/60Hz
Power Consumption: 47 watts, depending on modules installed
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT:
Ambient Temperature: 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C)
Storage: -40° to 158°F (-40° to 70°C)
Ambient relative humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
MECHANICAL:
Enclosure: Rugged high-strength sheet metal suitable for stand-alone or rack-mounting
Cooling Method: Fan cooled
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Dimensions:
17.25” W x 10” D x 1.75” H
438mm x 254mm x 44mm
Weight:
Switch Chassis: 6.12 lbs (2.8 kg)
Copper Module: 0.41 lbs (18.4 kg)
Fiber Module: 0.59 lbs (.27 kg)
GIG Module: 0.11 lbs (.05 kg)
WARRANTY:
Limited Lifetime Made in U.S.A.

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2.0 Package Contents - ProSwitch®- 2600M
ProSwitch®- 2600M
Two rack-mount kits and screws
Console cable
Installation manual
2.1 Product Description
The ProSwitch®- 2600M is a high performance 10/100/1000Mbps auto-negotiation switch with SNMP/RMON
web-based management capability. From a departmental backbone managing lower-level switches, hubs and
workstations to high-speed switch-to-switch and switch-to-server links, the 2600M delivers outstanding
performance in every environment. With IGMP and VLAN functions, the 2600M ensures maximum bandwidth
by reducing multicast transmissions and distributing data over the most efficient media and pathway. With
Quality of Service (QoS) supports, the 2600M provides the capability to prioritize certain tasks on the network.
This is particularly useful for sending voice or video over a switched network. The modular design of the 2600M
provides increased flexibility so you can customize up to 26 usable ports to meet your network requirements.
2.2 Uplink Modules
The following module configurations are available for the 2600M.
2600-8TX 8-port 10/100Base-TX module with RJ45 connectors
2600-8FXSC 8-port 100Base-FX multimode fiber module with SC connectors
2600-8FXST 8-port 100Base-FX multimode fiber module with ST connectors
2600-8SMSC 8-port 100Base-FX singlemode (15km) fiber module with SC connectors
2600-1GigTX 1-port 1000Base-TX with RJ45 connector
2600-1GigSX 1-port 1000Base-SX multimode fiber module with SC connector
2600-1GigLX 1-port 1000Base-LX singlemode (10km) fiber module with SC connector
3.0 Installation of the ProSwitch®- 2600M
This section provides instructions for installing the ProSwitch®- 2600M
3.1 Location of the ProSwitch®- 2600M
The 2600M can be place on a flat surface (your desk, shelf or table) or mounted onto a rack. As you consider
the location for the 2600M, consider the following connection issues: he rules
The switch is accessible and the cables can be easily be connected to the switch.
The cables connected to the switch are away from sources of electrical interference such as radio,
computer monitor, and light fixtures.
There is sufficient space surrounding the switch to allow for proper ventilation (the switch may not function
according to specifications beyond the temperature range of 0 to 50 degrees
C).
3.2 Rack Mounting the ProSwitch®- 2600M

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1. Use the brackets and screws supplied in the rack mounting kit.
2. Use a cross-head screwdriver to attach the brackets to the side of the intelligent Switch.
3. Position the 2600M on the rack by lining up the holes in the brackets with the appropriate holes on the rack,
and then use the supplied screws to mount the hub onto the standard EIA 19-inch rack.
3.3 Powering the 2600M
The 2600M switch is equipped with a universal power supply that accepts AC input voltages from 100 to
240VAC and 50 to 60 Hz.
To supply power to your switch:
1. Plug the connector of the power cord into the power port on the rear panel of your switch.
2. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC wall outlet.
Note: Network cable segments can be connected or disconnected from the switch while the power is on, without
interrupting the operation of the switch.
3.4 The Modules
Warning: Before installing a module into the 2600M, you must disconnect the switch from the main power
supply. The 2600M does not support the hot-swap function. There are three choices of modules for long
distance fiber optic cable connection.
Handling Modules
The module can be easily damaged by electrostatic discharge. To prevent damage, please observe the
following:
Do not remove modules from their packaging until you are ready to install it into a switch.
Do not touch any of the pins, connections or components on the modules.
Handle the modules only by its edges and front panel.
Always wear an anti-static wristband connected to a suitable grounding point.
Always store or transport modules in appropriate anti-static packaging.
Module Installation
1. Ensure that the switch is disconnected from the main power supply and that you are wearing an anti-static
wristband connected to a suitable grounding point.
2. Place the switch on a flat surface.
3. Using a small cross-bladed screwdriver, remove the module cover from the switch. Do not remove any
other screws from the switch.
4. Keep the blank module cover and screws in a safe place. If you remove the module at any time, you must
replace the blank module cover to prevent dust and debris from entering the switch and to aid the
circulation of cooling air.
5. Follow the rails on both sides of the module slot to slide the module in slowly.
6. Push the module firmly to ensure connection with the module and the connector in the switch.
7. Tighten the screws to firmly connect the module to the switch.
8. Power ON the switch.
Connecting Modules
1. Turn off the switch.

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2. Remove the protective plastic covers from the fiber connectors on the module.
3. Plug the connector on the fiber cable into the fiber socket on the module.
4. Connect the other end of the fiber optic segment to an appropriate device fitted with a 100Mbps adapter.
5. Power on the switch.
6. Check the LED indicators on the front of the switch to ensure that the module is operating correctly.
Removing Modules
1. Ensure that the power supply and the backbone connection cables are disconnected from the switch.
2. Place the switch on a flat surface. Undo the two captive thumbscrews securing the module into the switch.
Do not remove any other screws from the switch.
3. If you are not installing another module immediately, you must replace the blank module cover to ensure
that dust and debris do not enter the switch, as well as to aid circulation of cooling air.
4. Loosen the screws on the module.
5. Remove the module slowly from the module slot.
6. Install the blank module cover.
7. Power on the switch.
3.5 Connecting the ProSwitch®– 2600M
Any of the modules for the 2600M can be used to:
Connect the switch to the backbone of your network
Connect the switch to a classroom/workgroup hub or switch
Connect the switch to a server or workstation with a fiber NIC
The 2600M switch has been designed to support all standard Ethernet media types within a single switch unit.
The various media types supported along with the corresponding IEEE 802.3 and 802.3u standards and
connector types are as follows:
Fiber:
IEEE Standard Media Type Max. Distance Connector Type
100Base-FX multimode fiber 2km (6,562 ft) SC or ST
1000Base-SX multimode fiber 550m (1,804 ft) SC
1000Base-LX singlemode fiber 10km (32,810 ft) SC
Copper:
10Base-T CAT3 or 5 100m (328 ft) RJ45
100Base-TX CAT5 or 5E 100m (328 ft) RJ45
1000Base-TX CAT5 or 5E 100M (328 ft) RJ45
Note: Since dual-speed ports are auto-sensing for both 10 and 100Mbps, it is recommended that high quality
CAT5E or better cables (which work for both 10Mbps and 100Mbps) be used whenever possible in order to
provide flexibility in a mixed-speed network. Because the switch supports auto MDI/MDI-X detection, normal
straight through cables for both workstation connection and hub or switch connection can be used. All ports are
auto MDI/MDI-X, so you can use any of the ports to connect a port on another hub or switch with straight
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3.6 Configuration of ProSwitch®- 2600M
The 2600M provides a user-friendly, menu driven console interface. Using this interface, you can perform
various switch configuration and management activities, including:
Configuring system and port parameters
Assigning an IP address
Configuring ARP
Configuring DHCP relay
Setting up VLAN policy
Setting up packet filters
Configuring STP and SNMP parameters
Upgrading software
3.7 Status of LEDs
LED STATU
S CONDITION
Power ON Switch is receiving power.
Fault ON ON when switch is booting and OFF when running.
If it is steady ON when running, the switch is faulty.
ON Port has established a valid link.
Blinking Data packets received or sent.
Green The connection speed is 100Mbps.
Link / Act
Yellow The connection speed is 10Mbps.
ON The connection is Full Duplex.
FDX / Col
Blinking Packet collisions occurring.
Note: The Link/Act LED is green. The speed display on the TX module is Green for 100Mbps and Yellow for
10Mbps. If 100Base-FX ports are installed, the operation speed must be set to 100Mbps and the operation
mode must be set to full duplex. The 100Base-FX ports will not work if they are set to 10Mbps, half duplex or
Auto.
4.0 Managing the Switch
There are three ways to manage the 2600M switch:
Local Console Management interface (CMI) via the console port.
Remote Console Management via a network connection.
Using an SNMP Network Management Station.

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Note: The 2600M does not have a default IP address. Remote management cannot be used until an IP
address has been set.
4.1 Console Management Interface (CMI)
You can manage the Intelligent Switch locally by connecting a VT100 terminal, or a personal computer or
workstation with terminal emulation software, to the Intelligent Switch serial port. The terminal or workstation
connects to the Intelligent Switch serial port using a console cable that has the appropriate connectors on each
end. This management method is ideal when:
The network is unreliable.
The switch has not been assigned an IP address.
The Network Manager does not have direct network connection.
Equipment Required
Null modem cable, 9 position D-Sub, female to female
Computer with function RS-232C port (COMx)
Terminal emulation program (HyperTerminal in Windows, Minicom in Linux or any other emulation
software).
To use the Hyper Terminal Program with Windows, follow these instructions.
Hardware setup
1. Connect the console port on the switch to the COM port on the PC using a standard 9-pin console cable.
Using HyperTerminal
1. Boot PC with MS Windows.
2. Load the HyperTerminal program from the Start menu. Select Programs – Accessories –
Communications – HyperTerminal.
3. If the connection file has not been created, follow the instructions on the screen to create a new connection
named "2600M" (or something similar).
4. Select the COM1 port in the connect using field.
5. Set COM port parameters:
a. "Bits per second: 115200
b. Data Bits: 8
c. Parity Check: None
d. Stop Bit: 1
e. Flow Control: None
6. Select OK.
7. Power on the switch and a login screen will be displayed on your screen.
Using Remote Management
You can manage the 2600M remotely by establishing a remote host using a Telnet connection VIA a modem
link or a network connection. Before using this management method, the 2600M must have an assigned IP
address. The Remote Console Management interface is identical in appearance and functionality to the Local
Console Management interface described in the previous section.
Management can be done from a remote site across a LAN using:
SNMP Network Management Station

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Web Browser interface
Telnet program
This management method lets you monitor statistical counters and set switch parameters from the remote
Network Management Station. Using this management method:
The network must run the IP protocol.
The Intelligent Switch must have an IP address
Assigning an IP Address
To manage the 2600M remotely through the console port or with an SNMP Management Station, you must
assign an IP address to the switch. The IP address is assigned through the IP Settings screen. This procedure
is described in IP Networking in Section 6.0. Use the Advanced Management function in the Local Console
Management interface to set the IP address. We recommend you assign an IP address to the default VLAN
(VLAN ID = 1) for Remote Console Management and SNMP Network Management.
Logging Into the Management Functions
Once a CMI session has begun, the login screen should be displayed. You will be required to enter a valid
username and password combination to gain access to the menu functions through the CMI. The following are
the two predefined user names and passwords created by default:
Login name – admin
Password – 123456
Once you have logged in, you can change this password.
5.0 Using the Management Functions
Navigation through the console menu options is very simple. Notice the menu options listed at the bottom of the
screen.
The UP Arrow and Down Arrow are used to move the highlight the menu option. Enter is used to select the
menu. The menu keys will always be listed at the bottom of the screen as you use the Management options.
So depending on the option you are configuring, different menu keys will be available.
Some terminal programs will not work with the arrow keys. If your arrow keys do not move the cursor through
the management menus, use the K key for the up arrow and the J key for the down arrow.

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5.1 Management Functions
General System Name, Software Version, Password, HTTP Enable/Disable, . . .
LAN Port Port Physical Configuration, MAC ID
Basic
Management
Console Port Console Port Settings
VLAN &
PVID
Perspective
VLAN Settings / Status
IP Multicast
Group
Perspective
IP Multicast Groups Operation Status
MAC
Address
Perspective
MAC ID Activity in the switch
L2 Switching
Database
Port
Perspective Port Status/Statistics, MAC Limit Setting
IP Networking IP Address, ARP Table, Routing Table, DHCP Gateway, Ping
Bridging Aging Time, Flooding Limit
Static Filtering Static MAC ID Filter-in, Filter-out
Spanning Tree Spanning Tree Status / Configuration
SNMP SNMP Configuration
Other
Protocols GVRP / IGMP Protocols Enable/Disable.
Port Trunking Port Trunking Configuration
Port Mirroring Port Mirroring Setting
QoS Setup Configure the QoS operation of the switch.
1.Enable / Disable
2.Transmit priority / Drop priority mapping and configuration
3.Frame Scheduling configuration with profile setting.
4.Rate Control
Advanced
Management
File Transfer Software / Firmware upload & download
Logout
Logout the management interface.
Save Settings Save current settings.
Restore Default
Settings Restore the factory default settings.
Reboot
Reboot the switch.
5.2 Performing Basic Management Functions
Basic management functions consist of the following functions:
System name and location
Set password

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Configuration of LAN ports
Configuration of console port
Learn MAC address of switch
5.3 System Management
1. Login to the 2600M switch.
2. Select Basic Management.
3. The following menu will be displayed:
4. Select General.
5. The General Menu screen will display the current information about the 2600M switch. You can set or
modify the:
System Name
Location of the switch
Administrator’s and guest password
6. The following tasks can also be performed from this menu: (These tasks are all enabled by default.)
Statistics Collection – Collects information about the operation of the switch
Reboot-On-Error – If this option is enabled, the switch will automatically reset if a fatal error is
detected.
Telnet Login – Enable or disable remote Telnet logins to the switch.
Remote HTTP Login – Enable or disable remote HTTP login to the switch.
Note: All of the options are enabled by default.
7. Use the Esc key to return to the Basic Management Menu.
Changing the Password
Before you can enter a new password, you must enter the old password. You will be asked to re-type the new
password to confirm that you have entered the password correctly. The system will confirm the password and
the “Password Changed” message will be displayed.
You may also use this menu to change the “guest password.”
5.4 Configuring the LAN Ports
This management function allows you to configure speed and flow control, link type and physical address. You
can change the connection configuration on each port of the switch with this option.
Speed and Flow Control
1. Access the Basic Management Menu.

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2. Select LAN Port.
3. Select Speed & Flow Control.
4. Select the appropriate port and make the desired changes. Use the Arrow keys and the Enter key to make
your selections.
5. Press Esc to return to the Main Menu.
Note: Changes are automatically saved in flash memory, so they take place immediately. So, as long as the
switch is on, the settings will be saved. However, if the switch is powered down, the settings will be lost. When
you logout of the management menu, you will be prompted to save your settings. Settings can be saved from
the Switch Management menu in case you don’t want to wait until you log out.
Note: If 100Base-FX ports are installed, the operation speed must be set to 100Mbps and the operation mode
must be set to full duplex. The 100Base-FX ports will not work if they are set to 10Mbps, half duplex or Auto. If
you have installed an uplink in your 2600M switch (port 25 and/or port 26), make sure the LAN port is configured
to reflect the type of installed uplink. For example, if you installed a 2600-1GigSX (fiber Gigabit port), make sure
the port is configured for 1000Mbps with full duplex.
The Physical Address on the LAN Port Configuration menu displays the MAC address of the switch for
informational purposes only. You cannot make any changes to this physical address.
5.5 Configuring the Console Port
This option allows you to change settings for the console port.
Console Port
1. Access the Basic Management Menu.
2. Select Console Port.
3. The following settings can be made with this menu.
a. Baud Rate – Select the baud rate for the console port (115200 is recommended). If “Auto” option is
selected, press the Enter key one or more times until the prompt for the Login Password appears on
the screen when you exit the configuration menu.
b. Flow Control – Flow control can be enabled or disabled from this menu. The default is disabled.
c. Modem Control – Modem control can be enabled or disabled from this menu. The default is
disabled. If the modem control is enabled, you must proceed to Modem Setup String to specify the
appropriate modem setup string.
d. Modem Setup String – If you enabled a modem connection to the console port, use this function to
specify a modem setup string. The “default setup string” configures the model to auto answer. This
will work for all Hayes compatible modems. Or, select Custom Setup String to specify your modem
type.
e. SLIP – (Serial Line Internet Protocol) Enable or disable the SLIP function of the console port. If you
enable SLIP, a message tells you that the console port is accessible only through the SLIP protocol
after you logout from the current session. If you enable SLIP, you must specify a SLIP address and
SLIP subnet mask. SLIP is disabled by default.
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that is different than the network address of the switch.
g. SLIP Subnet Mask – If you are using SLIP, enter a suitable SLIP subnet mask.
6.0 Advanced Management Functions
VLANS
1. Login to the switch and select Advanced Management.
Select L2 Switching DataBase. This menu option allows you to view and configure the switch from four
perspectives: VLAN, MAC address, IP multicast group, and port. These four views allow a network
administrator to manage and monitor VLANs and their associated MAC addresses and ports status
effectively.
2. Select VLAN & PVID (Port VLAN ID) Perspective. This option allows to you to create VLAN groups. Once
VLANs are created, you can then use PVID Settings to assign VLAN ID to ports for untagged packets.
Default VLAN: The IEEE 802.1Q standard defines VLAN ID #1 as the default VLAN. The default VLAN includes
all the ports as the factory default. The default VLAN's egress rule restricts the ports to be all untagged, so it
can, by default, be easily used as a simple 802.1D bridging domain. The default VLAN's domain shrinks as
untagged ports are defined in other VLANs.
Tagged/Untagged Port: A tag is a four bytes of packet information added in a packet for VLAN and priority
information of the packet. Packets that include the four byte of packet information are referred to as tagged
packets and the packets without tag as untagged packets. You can set the switch ports as tagged or untagged
when configuring VLANs.
Untagged ports should be connected to untagged devices, and the PVID should be assigned to these ports as
their VLAN ID. If these untagged packets are forwarded to tagged ports, tags will be added to the packets with
the PVID as their VLAN ID in the tag. If tagged packets are forwarded to untagged ports, the tag will be
removed from the packet.
The following operations can be done from VLAN Settings:
Create a new VLAN
Delete a VLAN
View VLAN activity
View and change VLAN configuration
Creating a VLAN
1. Login to the switch.
2. From the Switch Management Menu, select Advanced Management.
3. Select L2 Switching DataBase.
4. Select VLAN & PVID Perspective.
5. Select VLAN Settings.
6. Press Shift and +to add a VLAN.
7. Press Enter to assign a VLAN ID and VLAN name. The ID can be a 12-bit decimal or hexadecimal ID
value.
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8. The following screen is used to add switch ports to the VLAN. Press Shift and +to add a switch port
number.
9. Select Tagged or Untagged.
10. Select the port number and press Enter.
11. Repeat these steps to add ports to the VLAN.
12. To remove a switch port number, highlight the port and press –(the minus key).
13. Press Esc to return to the desired menu.
Deleting a VLAN
1. From the Switch Management Menu, select Advanced Management.
2. Select L2 Switching DataBase.
3. Access the VLAN & PVID Perspective menu.
4. Select VLAN Settings.
5. Highlight the VLAN you want to delete.
6. Press the –key.
7. A message will be displayed to make sure you want to delete the VLAN. Select Yes and the VLAN will be
deleted.
8. Press Esc to return to the desired menu.
VLAN Activities
This option allows you to view activities for a particular VLAN. You can view active ports, active MAC addresses
associated with a VLAN, a transient address (if any) and filtering and port information.
1. From the Switch Management Menu, select Advanced Management.
2. Select L2 Switching DataBase.
3. Access the VLAN & PVID Perspective menu.
4. Select VLAN Settings.
5. Highlight an existing VLAN and press Enter.
6. Select VLAN Activities.
7. This screens displays the VLAN domain for the selected VLAN. The VLAN domain shows the ports included
in this domain.
Changing a VLAN Configuration
1. From the Switch Management Menu, select Advanced Management.
2. Select L2 Switching DataBase.
3. Access the VLAN & PVID Perspective menu.
4. Select VLAN Settings.
5. Highlight an existing VLAN and press Enter.

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6. Select VLAN Settings.
7. To add a port , press +(the plus key).
8. Select Tagged or Untagged.
9. Select the port number.
10. Repeat these steps to add additional ports.
11. Press Esc to return to the desired menu.
Deleting Ports from a VLAN
1. From the Switch Management Menu, select Advanced Management.
2. Select L2 Switching DataBase.
3. Access the VLAN & PVID Perspective menu.
4. Select VLAN Settings.
5. Highlight an existing VLAN and press Enter.
6. Select VLAN Settings.
7. To delete a port, highlight the port and press –(the minus key).
8. Repeat Step 5 to remove additional ports from the VLAN.
Assigning PVID
1. From the Switch Management Menu, select Advanced Management.
2. Select L2 Switching DataBase.
3. Access the VLAN & PVID Perspective menu.
4. Select PVID Settings.
5. Select the appropriate port number and press Enter.
6. Enter the PVID.
7. Press Esc when finished.
Note: Because there is no VLAN information in untagged packets for untagged ports, you can assign a VLAN
ID to untagged ports with this function. It is not necessary for tagged ports, because there is already VLAN
information in the packets. (Tagged ports only for tagged network devices only. Don't use tagged ports for
untagged devices.)
IP Multicast Group Perspective
The IP multicast group perspective provides information associated with an IP multicast group. To obtain this
information:
1. Select L2 Switching DataBase from the Advanced Management menu.
2. Select IP Multicast Group Perspective and press Enter.
Note: If the IGMP protocol is disabled, a message will be displayed that says “IGMP Currently Disabled.” To
enable IGMP:
a. Return to the Advanced Management menu.
b. Select Other Protocols.
c. Press Enter for IGMP.
d. Select IGMP and press Enter.
e. Press Enter.

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f. Select Active.
Passive mode: Passively snooping on the IGMP Query and IGMP Report. Packets are transferred
between IP Multicast Routers and IP Multicast host groups to learn IP Multicast group members.
Active mode: Actively sending IGMP Query messages to solicit IP Multicast group members.
So, in active mode, the switch will automatically send the IGMP query messages to the network and
check IGMP members. But in passive mode, the switch will not send IGMP query messages.
g. Press Esc to return to the Advanced Management Menu.
h. Return to the IP Multicast Group Perspective menu.
3. Highlight an address and press Enter.
4. To view the VLAN and IP multicast group addresses associated with the MAC address, highlight a host in
the Hosts screen and press Enter. The VLAN/IP Multicast Group Membership screen will appear.
MAC Address Perspective
The MAC address perspective allows you view all characteristics associated with a MAC address,
corresponding VLANs and corresponding ports in the switching database.
1. Select L2 Switching DataBase from the Advanced Management menu.
2. Select MAC Address Perspective and press Enter.
3. You will be prompted for a MAC address. Enter the appropriate MAC address and press Enter.
4. Use the Up and Down arrows to scroll through the VLAN/IP Multicast Group Membership screen.
Port Perspective
The Port Perspective allows you view VLAN activities and RMON statistics. You can also configure the MAC
address learning function of each port with this function. To obtain a port perspective:
1. Select L2 Switching DataBase from the Advanced Management menu.
2. Select Port Perspective and press Enter.
3. Select Per Port VLAN Activities.
4. Select the appropriate port number and press Enter. A screen with a list of the MAC addresses for the
selected VLAN and the corresponding VLAN memberships will appear.
5. Use Tab to switch to the VLAN Membership screen.
6. Use the Up and Down arrow keys to scroll through the list of active MAC addresses for the selected port.
7. To search for a MAC address, press S.
8. When the search prompt appears, enter a MAC address in the "Enter MAC Addr to Search" screen and
press Enter.
9. If the address is found, it will be highlighted in the Port MAC Addresses screen.
10. To obtain additional information about a particular MAC address, scroll to the address in the Port MAC
Address screen and press Enter. Detailed information about the selected MAC address will be displayed.
Per Port Statistics.
1. Select L2 Switching DataBase from the Advanced Management menu.
2. Select Port Perspective and press Enter.
3. Select Per Port Statistics.
4. To reset counters for all ports, press R.
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6. To view statistics for a port, highlight the desired port and press Enter. The statistics for the port you
selected will be displayed.
7. Return to the Port Perspective menu.
Per Port MAC Limit
You can configure the MAC address learning function of each port to:
Limited Learning – set a number to limit the PCs that can share this connection at the same time.
Unlimited Learning – remove the PC connecting number limit. The PC connecting number on the
port will become no limit. This is the normal state for a switch.
No Learning – Disable the MAC learning function. The MAC addresses that can connect to this port
will be assigned from the Static Filtering function. This function allows the network administrator to
limit the users that can access the network through the connected ports.
Note: If you select Learning Limit on the connection port and also assign MAC addresses on the port in the
MAC Address In-Filters of Static Filtering function (this option is on the Advanced Management Menu),
these MAC addresses will always be allowed to use this connection. These MAC addresses are not included in
the limit number of PC.
IP Networking
IP Networking allows you view or change IP settings, ARP and routing table parameters, RIP parameters, DHCP
gateway settings and ping settings. Before you can define IP settings, a VLAN must be created as described in
a previous section.
1. Select IP Networking from the Advanced Management menu.
2. Select IP & RIP Settings.
3. Displayed is the following information:
a. VLAN ID
b. IP Address
c. Subnet Mask
d. Proxy ARP
e. RIP
4. Highlight the appropriate VLAN and press Enter.
5. Review the settings and make the appropriate changes. To enter information, highlight the setting, press
Enter.
6. Enter the information and press Esc.
7. Once you have configured all IP Settings, press Esc to return to the Advanced Management menu.
Note: The IP and its subnet setting of the switch are assigned based on VLAN. This switch allows users to
assign different IP subnets on different VLANs. The RIP operation of the switch is for internal routing between
the IP subnet assigned on different VLANs. It is not a real L3 switch routing operation. For normal cases,
assigning the switch’s IP address on the default VLAN for remote management is OK.
Using DHCP to Set the IP Address of the Switch
1. Select IP Networking from the Advanced Management menu.
2. Select IP & RIP Settings.
3. Select VLAN 1.
4. Select BOOTP.
5. Press Enter.
6. Select DHCP.
7. Write down the IP address of the Switch.