In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
FCC Declaration Of Conformity We NETGEAR, Inc., 4500 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA 95054, declare under our sole responsibility that the model GS700AT Smart Switch with Gigabit Ports complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: •...
Tested to Comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Modifications made to the product, unless expressly approved by NETGEAR, Inc., could void the user's right to operate the equipment. Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (GS700AT Smart Switch with Gigabit Ports) does not exceed the Class B limits for radio-noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Step 4: Connecting Devices to the Switch ...2-4 Step 5: Installing an SFP GBIC Module ...2-4 Step 6: Applying AC Power ...2-5 Step 7: Managing the Switch through a Web Browser or the PC Utility for Initial Configuration ...2-6 Chapter 3 Physical Description Front and Back Panel Configuration ...3-1...
Congratulations on the purchase of the NETGEAR Smart Switch. The NETGEAR ® GS700AT Installation Manual describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the smart switch. The information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills.
Scope. This manual is written for the GS700AT according to these specifications: Product Version Manual Publication Date Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. web site at http://kbserver.netgear.com How to Use This Manual The HTML version of this manual includes the following: •...
– Click the PDF of This Chapter link at the top right of any page in the chapter you want to print. The PDF version of the chapter you were viewing opens in a browser window. – Your computer must have the free Adobe Acrobat reader installed in order to view and print PDF files.
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The NETGEAR Smart Switch is a state-of-the-art, high-performance, IEEE-compliant network solution designed for users who require a large number of ports and want the power of Gigabit connectivity to eliminate bottlenecks, boost performance, and increase productivity. To simplify installation, the switch is shipped ready for use out of the box.
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SFP GBIC modules. The NETGEAR Smart Switch can be used as a desktop to build a small network that enables you to have 1000 Mbps access to a file server. With full-duplex enabled, the switch port connected to the server or PC can provide 2000 Mbps throughput.
Switch Features The following list identifies the key features of the NETGEAR Smart Switch. • On the GS724AT device there are 24 RJ-45 ports10/100/1000M auto sensing Gigabit Ethernet switching ports, four of which are Combo ports. • On the GS748AT device there are 48 RJ-45 ports 10/100/1000M auto sensing Gigabit Ethernet switching ports, four of which are Combo ports.
• Standard 1U high, rack mountable 19”chassis. • Fan speed control supported (optional). Package Contents Figure 1-2 shows the NETGEAR Smart Switch package contents. Figure 1-2 Verify that the package contains the following: • NETGEAR Smart Switch • Rubber footpads for tabletop installation •...
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• Smart Switch Resource CD with Smart Wizard Discovery and User’s manual • Warranty/Support Information Card If any item is missing or damaged, contact the place of purchase immediately. Introduction GS700AT Hardware Installation Guide v1.0, October 2008...
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This chapter describes the installation procedures for your NETGEAR Smart Switch. Switch installation involves the following steps: “Step 1: Preparing the Site” “Step 2: Installing the Switch” “Step 3: Checking the Installation” “Step 4: Connecting Devices to the Switch” “Step 5: Installing an SFP GBIC Module”...
Step 2: Installing the Switch The NETGEAR Smart Switch can be installed 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.
5. Tighten the screws with a #2 Phillips screwdriver to secure the switch in the rack. Figure 2-1 Note: Always install devices from the bottom of the to the top. This will prevent the rack from over balancing and toppling over.
Step 4: Connecting Devices to the Switch The following procedure describes how to connect PCs to the switch’s RJ-45 ports. The NETGEAR Smart Switch contains Auto Uplink™ technology, which allows you to attach devices using either straight-through or crossover cables.
Figure 2-3 Step 6: Applying AC Power NETGEAR Smart Switch does not have an ON/OFF switch. The method of applying or removing AC power is by connecting or disconnecting the power cord. Before connecting the power cord, select a grounded 3-pronged AC source that is not controlled by a wall switch, which can turn off power to the switch.
Step 7: Managing the Switch through a Web Browser or the PC Utility for Initial Configuration The NETGEAR Smart Switch contains software for viewing, changing, and monitoring the way it works. This management software is not required for the switch to work. You can use the ports without using the management software.
This chapter describes the NETGEAR Smart Switch hardware features. The topics include: • “Front and Back Panel Configuration” • “LED Designations” • “Device Hardware Interfaces” Front and Back Panel Configuration GS724AT Front Panel The GS724AT is a 24-Ports 10/100/1000M + 4 SFP Combo ports Smart switch. Every RJ45 port is capable of sensing the line speed and negotiating the operation duplex mode with the link partner automatically.
GS700AT Hardware Installation Guide GS748AT Front Panel The GS748AT is a 48-Ports 10/100/1000M + 4 SFP Combo ports Smart switch. Every RJ45 port is capable of sensing the line speed and negotiating the operation duplex mode with the link partner automatically.
LED Designations This section provides an explanation for the following LED types: • “Port LEDs” • “System LEDS” Port LEDs The following table describes the port LED designations. Table 3-1. Port LEDs Port 24/48-10/100/1000 Ports Link/ACT LED - One LED/Port 4-SFP Ports - One LED/ SFP Link/ACT LED Port...
“Factory Defaults Button” RJ-45 Ports RJ-45 ports are auto-sensing ports. When inserting a cable into an RJ-45 port, the switch automatically ascertains the maximum speed (10/100/1000 Mbps) and duplex mode (half-or full- duplex) of the attached device. All ports support only Unshielded Twisted-Pair (UTP) cable terminated with an 8-pin RJ-45 plug.
The GBIC module bays accommodate standard SFP GBIC modules, such as the AGM731F, AGM732F, or AGM733 from NETGEAR, allowing fiber connections on the network. The module bay is a combo port, sharing a connection with an RJ-45 port. Being a combo port, only one type of connection can be active at any given time.
This chapter provides information about troubleshooting the NETGEAR Smart Switch. The topics include the following: • “Troubleshooting Chart” • “Additional Troubleshooting Suggestions” Troubleshooting Chart The following table lists symptoms, causes, and solutions of possible problems. Table A-1. Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Cause Power LED is off.
AC power from the switch and then reconnect AC source. If the problem continues, contact NETGEAR technical support. In North America, call 1-888-NETGEAR. If you are outside of North America, please refer to the support information card included with your product.
The RJ-45 ports negotiate the correct duplex mode and speed if the device at the other end of the link supports auto-negotiation. If the device does not support auto negotiation, the switch only determines the speed correctly and the duplex mode defaults to half-duplex.
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Appendix B Technical Specifications Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility IEEE 802.3i 10Base-T IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX,FX IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T IEEE 802.3z 1000Base-X IEEE 802.3x flow control Management IEEE 802.1Q Static VLAN (Up to 128 ranging from 2 to 4K) Windows 2000 + XP; Microsoft Explorer 6.0 IEEE 802.1p Class of Service (CoS) Interface 24/48-RJ-45 connectors for 10Base-T,100Base-TX and 1000Base-(Auto Uplink™...
GS700AT Hardware Installation Guide Power Consumption: 68W for GS748AT 100-240VAC/50-60 Hz universal input Physical Specifications Dimensions (H x W x D): GS724AT: 1.7 x 17.3 x 8.1 / 43 x 440 x 205 (in/mm) Dimensions (H x W x D): GS748AT: 1.7 x 17.3 x 10.1 / 43 x 440 x 257 (in/mm) Weight: GS724AT: 6.835 / 3.1 (lbs/kg) Weight: GS748AT: 11.0 / 5.0 (lbs/kg) Environmental Specifications...
1U 1-3 8-pin 2-9 AC Power 2-6, 2-7 AGM731F 2-10 AGM732F 2-10 AGM733 2-10 Applying AC Power 4-17 Attaching Switch to a Rack 4-15 Auto Sensing 1-2 Auto Uplink 2-9, 2-10 Auto-negotiating 1-3 Auto-sensing 2-9 Back-pressure 1-3 Brackets 4-14 Category 5 Unshielded Twisted-Pair 1-2...
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SFP GBIC Module 2-10 SFP Link/ACT LED 2-8 SFP Module Bay 4-17 Site Requirements 4-13 Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) 1-2 Smart Switch Resource CD 1-4 Smart Wizard Discovery 1-2 Straight-through 2-9 Support Information Card 1-4 System LEDs 2-9 Temperature 4-14...