D-Link DES-3225G - Manual (Page 10)

24-port NWay Ethernet Switch User’s Guide
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This User’s Guide tells you how to install your DES-3225G Series Switch, how to connect it to your Ethernet network, and
how to set its configuration using either the built-in console interface or Web-based management.
Terms
For simplicity, this documentation uses the terms “Switch” (first letter upper case) to refer to the DES-3225G Series 24-
port NWay Ethernet Switch, and “switch” (first letter lower case) to refer to all Ethernet switches, including the DES-
3225G.
Overview of this User’s Guide
♦ Chapter 1, “Introduction.” Describes the Switch and its features.
♦ Chapter 2, “Unpacking and Setup.” Helps you get started with the basic installation of the Switch.
♦ Chapter 3, “Identifying External” Components. Describes the front panel, rear panel, optional plug-in modules,
and LED indicators of the Switch.
♦ Chapter 4, “Connecting the Switch.” Tells how you can connect the DES-3225G to your Ethernet network.
♦ Chapter 5, “Switch Management Concepts.” Talks about Local Console Management via the RS-232 DCE console
port and other aspects about how to manage the Switch.
♦ Chapter 6, “Using the Console Interface.” Tells how to use the built-in console interface to change, set, and
monitor Switch performance and security.
♦ Chapter 7, “Web-Based Network Management.” Tells how to manage the Switch through an Internet browser.
♦ Appendix A, “Technical Specifications.” Lists the technical specifications of the DES-3225G.
♦ Appendix B, “RJ-45 Pin Specifications. Shows the details and pin assignments for the RJ-45 receptacle/connector.
♦ Appendix C, “Sample Configuration File.”
♦ Appendix D, “Runtime Switch Software Default Settings.”