Western Digital GS1100-16 (GS1100-16-EU0101F) quick start guide

Contents

1. Getting to Know Your Switchp. 4

   1.1 Introduction This chapter describes the key features, benefits and applications of your Switch. This User’s Guide covers the following models: GS1100-8HP…

2. 1.1 Introductionp. 4

   This chapter describes the key features, benefits and applications of your Switch. This User’s Guide covers the following models: GS1100-8HP, GS1100-16…

3. 1.2 Featuresp. 5

   The following are the essential features of the Switch. • Conforms to IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab and 802.3x standards. • Auto-negotiating 10/100/1000 Mbps…

4. 1.3 Applicationsp. 6

   This section provides two network topology examples in which the Switch is used. 1.3.1 Standalone Workgroup In this application, the Switch is an ideal…

5. 1.4 Power Over Ethernet (PoE)p. 7

   The PoE function is available for GS1100-8HP and GS1100-10HP. Ports 1 to 4 on the GS1100-8HP are IEEE 802.3at High Power over Ethernet (PoE) compliant and can…

6. Hardware Description and Connectionp. 8

   2.1 Rear Panel The power receptacle is located on the rear panel of the Switch. Refer to the power supply requirements on the panel. Figure 5 Rear Panel 2.1.1…

7. 2.1 Rear Panelp. 8

   The power receptacle is located on the rear panel of the Switch. Refer to the power supply requirements on the panel. Figure 5 Rear Panel 2.1.1 Rear Panel…

8. 2.2 Front Panelp. 9

   The front panel of the Switch includes the auto-negotiating 10 Base-T/100 Base-TX/1000 Base-T RJ-45 ports and the LEDs. The GS1100-24 and GS1100-10HP have two…

9. 2.3 Hardware Installationp. 14

   See the following table for a comparison of the hardware installation methods of each GS1100 model: Table 6 GS1100 Series Installation Comparison Table Note…

10. Troubleshootingp. 18

    This section describes common problems you may encounter with the Switch and possible solutions. Troubleshoot the Switch using the LEDs to detect problems. The…

11. 3.1 Improper Network Cabling and Topologyp. 19

    Improper network cabling or topology setup is a common cause of poor network performance or even network failure. Figure 16 Troubleshooting Improper Network…

12. Legal Informationp. 20

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