Allied-telesis AT-GS900/8PS User Manual

PN 613-001687 Rev. AAT-GS900/8PSGigabit Ethernet POE+ SwitchAT-GS900/8PS Installation Guide

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11PrefaceThis guide contains the installation instructions for the AT-GS900/8PS Gigabit Ethernet POE+ Switch. This preface contains the following sect

Preface12Symbol ConventionsThis document uses the following conventions:NoteNotes provide additional information.CautionCautions inform you that perfo

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide13Contacting Allied TelesisIf you need assistance with this product, you may contact Allied Telesis technical su

Preface14

15Chapter 1OverviewThis chapter describes the AT-GS900/8PS Layer 2 Gigabit Ethernet Switch. The sections in the chapter are.  “Features” on page 16

Chapter 1: Overview16FeaturesHere are the hardware features of the AT-GS900/8PS Gigabit Ethernet Switch.General  Supports 18 Gbps non-blocking switch

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide17Power overEthernet PoE and PoE+ supported on the 10/100/1000Base-T ports 1 - 4 on the AT-GS900/8PS switch Su

Chapter 1: Overview18Front and Back PanelsFigure 1 illustrates the front panel of the AT-GS900/8PS Gigabit Ethernet Switch.Figure 1. AT-GS900/8PS Fron

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide19Twisted Pair PortsThe AT-GS900/8PS Gigabit Ethernet Switch features 8 twisted pair ports, respectively, that a

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Chapter 1: Overview20Auto-NegotiationModeEach AT-GS900/8PS switch port is configured for Auto-Negotiation mode which determines the speed and duplex m

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide21SFP PortThe AT-GS900/8PS features one SFP uplink port (Port 9). This port is capable of supporting one 1000SX/

Chapter 1: Overview22LEDsThe System, PoE, 10/100/1000Base-T and SFP LEDs are shown in Figure 3.Figure 3. AT-GS900/8PS LEDsTable 2 describes the system

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide23Table 4 describes the LEDs for the 10/100/1000Base-T ports.PoE LimitSolid GreenTotal PoE delivered power is be

Chapter 1: Overview24Table 5 describes the LEDs for the SFP slots.Table 5. SFP Slot LEDsLED State DescriptionL/A (link/activity)Solid Green The SFP tr

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide25Power Over EthernetThe AT-GS900/8PS switch features Power over Ethernet (PoE) only on ports 1 - 4. PoE is used

Chapter 1: Overview26PoE PoweredDevice ClassesPowered devices are grouped into the five classes listed in Table 6. The classes are based on the amount

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide27PoE PortPrioritizationIf the power requirements of the powered devices exceed the switch’s power budget (75 W)

Chapter 1: Overview28NoteTo reset a blinking PoE port LED, see “Resetting Blinking PoE Port LED” on page 51.NoteIn addition, a blinking POE LED can in

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide29WiringImplementationThe IEEE 802.3af standard defines two methods by which a PSE, such as the switch, can tran

3Electrical Safety and Emissions StandardsThis product meets the following standards.RFI Emissions FCC Part 15 Class ACISPR 22 Class AEN55022:2006/A:2

Chapter 1: Overview30Power SupplyThe switch has an internal power supply with a single AC power supply socket on the back panel and autoswitch AC inpu

31Chapter 2InstallationThis chapter contains the following sections: “Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 32 “Selecting a Site for the Switch” on

32Reviewing Safety PrecautionsPlease review the following safety precautions before you begin to install the chassis or any of its components.NoteThe

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide33Operating Temperature. This product is designed for a maximum ambient temperature of 40° degrees C.  E7All Co

Chapter 2: Installation34Selecting a Site for the SwitchObserve the following requirements when choosing a site for your switch: If you plan to insta

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide35Unpacking the SwitchTo unpack the switch, perform the following procedure:1. Remove all of the components from

Chapter 2: Installation363. Verify that the shipping container includes the AT-GS900/8PS Switch and the items shown below in Figure 4.Figure 4. AT-GS9

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide37Installing the Switch on a DesktopYou may install the AT-GS900/8PS Switch on a desktop or in a standard 19-inc

Chapter 2: Installation38Installing the Switch in an Equipment RackTo install the switch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack, perform the following p

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide39Figure 7. Mounting the Switch in an Equipment Rack4. Go to “Installing Optional SFP Transceiver” on page 43 or

4Translated Safety StatementsImportant: The  indicates that a translation of the safety statement is available in a PDF document titled “Translated S

Chapter 2: Installation40Installing the Switch on a WallTo install the switch on a wall, perform the following procedure:1. Turn the switch over and p

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide41Figure 9. Marking the Screw Hole Locations5. Install the four plastic anchors included with the switch into th

Chapter 2: Installation42Figure 10. Securing the Switch to the Wall7. Go to “Installing Optional SFP Transceiver” on page 43 or “Cabling the Switch” o

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide43Installing Optional SFP TransceiverTo install an SFP transceiver, perform the following procedure:NoteYou shou

Chapter 2: Installation444. With the handle on the transceiver oriented towards the top of the switch, slide the transceiver into the SFP slot until i

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide45Cabling the SwitchObserve the following guidelines when connecting twisted pair and fiber optic cables to the

Chapter 2: Installation46Powering On the SwitchTo power on the switch, perform the following procedure:1. Plug the power cord into the AC power connec

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide47Chapter 3TroubleshootingThis chapter contains information on how to troubleshoot the switch if a problem occur

Chapter 3: Troubleshooting48the following: Verify that the network device connected to the twisted pair port is powered on and is operating properly.

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide49a different cable. If the port is able to establish a link, then the problem is with the cable or with the oth

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Chapter 3: Troubleshooting50Powered Device Not Receiving PowerProblem: Port’s PoE LED is OFFSolutions: If a powered device (PD) is not receiving power

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide51Resetting Blinking PoE Port LEDTo reset a blinking PoE port LED, perform the following steps:1. Turn the switc

Chapter 3: Troubleshooting52

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide53Appendix ATechnical SpecificationsThe following specifications are for the AT-GS950/8 Gigabit Ethernet PoE swi

Appendix A: Technical Specifications54PoE SpecificationsNoteFor an explanation of these PoE specifications, see “Power Over Ethernet” on page 25.Safet

AT-GS900/8PS Switch Installation Guide55Connectors and Port PinoutsThis section lists the connectors and connector pinouts.Figure 14 illustrates the p

Appendix A: Technical Specifications56Table 14 lists the RJ-45 connector pins and their signals when a 1000Base-T port is operating at 1000 Mbps.Table

Contents6Slow Network Performance ...

7Figure 1. AT-GS900/8PS Front Panel ...

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9Table 1. Twisted Pair Cable Specifications for the AT-GS900/8PS .....................