Enterasys Networks Enterasys Gold Distributed Forwarding Engine 4H4285-49 - Manual (Page 13)

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Contents
About This Guide
Who Should Use This Guide ............................................................................................................... xv
How to Use This Guide ...................................................................................................................... xvi
Related Documents ........................................................................................................................... xvi
Conventions Used in This Guide .......................................................................................................xvii
Getting Help ...................................................................................................................................... xviii
Chapter 1: Introduction
Overview of DFE-Gold PoE Module Capabilities ...............................................................................1-2
DFE-Gold Module ..............................................................................................................................1-2
Connectivity .......................................................................................................................................1-5
Management ......................................................................................................................................1-5
Switch Configuration Using WebView .........................................................................................1-5
Switch Configuration Using CLI Commands ...............................................................................1-5
Secure Networks Policy Support .......................................................................................................1-5
Standards Compatibility .....................................................................................................................1-6
LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs ...............................................................................................................1-6
Chapter 2: Network Requirements
Link Aggregation ................................................................................................................................2-1
10BASE-T Network ............................................................................................................................2-2
100BASE-TX Network .......................................................................................................................2-2
Chapter 3: Installation
Installation Site Requirement .............................................................................................................3-2
Unpacking the DFE Module ...............................................................................................................3-2
Installing Optional Network Expansion Module (NEM) ......................................................................3-3
DFE Module Placement and Installation Rules ..................................................................................3-3
Preparing to Install the 4H4285-49 ....................................................................................................3-6
Installing 4H4285-49 into a Matrix E7 or N7 Chassis ..................................................................3-7
Installing 4H4285-49 into Matrix N3 or N5 Chassis ...................................................................3-10
Connecting 48 Vdc Power for PoE Operation ..................................................................................3-12
Connecting to the Network ...............................................................................................................3-13
Connecting UTP Cables to 4H4285-49 .....................................................................................3-13
Connecting to COM Port for Local Management .............................................................................3-18
What Is Needed .........................................................................................................................3-18
Connecting to an IBM PC or Compatible Device .......................................................................3-18
Connecting to a VT Series Terminal ..........................................................................................3-19
Connecting to a Modem ............................................................................................................3-21
Adapter Wiring and Signal Assignments ...................................................................................3-23