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Dell™ PowerConnect™ 22xx/23xx Switches User’s Guide w w w . d e l l . c o m | s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m...
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Introduction Dell™ PowerConnect™ 22xx/23xx switches provide 10/100Base-T or 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit plug-and-play Fast Ethernet connectivity. The switches have the following features: • Product specifications – PowerConnect 2216 • Provides 16 ports supporting 10/100Base-T Ethernet. • All ports support full- or half-duplex mode and PAUSE frames.
• Comprehensive LED indicator panel to monitor overall switching condition • 19-inch rackmountable and wallmountable, standard 1U chassis • Internal power supply Package Contents Before you install a switch, verify that your package contains the following items: • Switch • Self-adhesive rubber pads for desktop installation •...
Steady green — The port is operating in full-duplex mode. • Blinking green — Collisions are occurring on the port. • Off — The port is operating in half-duplex mode. Figure 1-1. PowerConnect 2216 OMMENT power LED FDX/HDX LEDs SPD/LNK/ACT LEDs...
Connecting Devices RJ-45 Switch Ports RJ-45 connectors are located on the front panel of the switch. NOTE: Ensure that Category 5E (CAT 5E) cabling is used for connecting devices at 1000-Mbps Gigabit Ethernet speed. All ports can negotiate full- and half-duplex modes automatically. The 10/100base-T ports negotiate full/half duplex and the 1000base-T ports operates in full-duplex mode only.
Typical Deployments Figure 1-5. Small Workgroup PowerConnect 2216, 2224, 2324 10/100Base-T Firewall Network Router Printer Figure 1-6. Large Workgroup PowerConnect PowerConnect Server 1000Base-T 2324 1000Base-T 2324 10/100Base-T 10/100Base-T Network Firewall Printer Router Class-of-Service The switch supports tag-based prioritization following the IEEE 802.1p standard. The eight levels of IEEE 802.1p priority are mapped to the two priority queues of each port.
The rubber feet are optional, but are recommended to keep the switch from slipping. Installing the Switch in a Rack The switch can be installed in Dell PowerEdge™ racks, which are 48.3 cm (19 inches). It can also be installed in most other standard 19-inch racks and most telco two-post racks.
To install the switch in a rack, complete the following steps: Use the supplied screws to attach a mounting bracket to each side of the switch (see Figure 1-7). Figure 1-7. Brackets for Rack Installation Install the cage nuts onto the mounting rails of your rack, if your rack requires them. NOTE: Additional screws are provided for racks that have threaded mounting holes.
• Do not locate the switch where there may be data or electrical cabling located directly behind the unit. • The power cable must reach an outlet. Use the supplied screws to attach a mounting bracket to each side of the switch (see Figure 1-8).
Troubleshooting This section provides troubleshooting information for your switch. Table 2-1 describes general cluster problems you may encounter and the probable causes and solutions. Table 2-1. Basic Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action Power LED is not lighted. There is no power to the switch. Confirm that the switch is connected to a properly functioning and active power...
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Table 2-1. Basic Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action The attached device is not Ensure that the attached device is configured correctly, or it is not powered on. Verify that the NIC powered on. on the attached device is operating properly.
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Table 2-1. Basic Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action Link speed LED indicates a lower Incorrect cable grade. Ensure that you are using speed than expected. Category 5 cable or better for all 10Base-T and 100Base-T links, or Category 5e for 1000Base-T links. Damaged cable.
If you need assistance with a technical problem, use Dell's extensive suite of online services available at Dell Support at support.dell.com for help with installation and troubleshooting procedures. For more information, see "Online Services." If you cannot resolve the problem using the online services, call Dell for technical assistance. See "Contacting Dell." NOTE: Call technical support from a phone near or at the system so that technical support can assist you with any necessary procedures.
See the contact information for your region. Technical Support Service Dell's technical support service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to answer your questions about Dell hardware. Our technical support staff use computer-based diagnostics to provide fast, accurate answers.
If you need information about additional products available from Dell, or if you would like to place an order, visit the Dell website at www.dell.com. For the telephone number to call to speak to a sales specialist, see the contact information for your region.
Before You Call If possible, turn on your system before you call Dell for technical assistance and call from a telephone at or near the system. You may be asked to relay detailed information during operations, or try other troubleshooting steps possible only at the system itself. Ensure that the system documentation is available.
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Local Numbers, and Country Code Toll-Free Numbers City Code Australia (Sydney) E-mail (Australia): au_tech_support@dell.com International Access Code: 0011 E-mail (New Zealand): nz_tech_support@dell.com 1-300-65-55-33 Country Code: 61 Home and Small Business toll-free: 1-800-633-559 City Code: 2 Government and Business toll-free: 1-800-060-889...
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Customer Service (Penang, Malaysia) toll-free: 0800 581 Transaction Sales toll-free: 1 800 88 0193 Malaysia (Penang) Technical Support (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude) International Access Code: 00 toll-free: 1 800 88 1306 Technical Support (Dimension and Inspiron) Country Code: 60...
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International Access Code Website and E-Mail Address Local Numbers, and Country Code Toll-Free Numbers City Code New Zealand E-mail (New Zealand): nz_tech_support@dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail (Australia): au_tech_support@dell.com 0800 446 255 Country Code: 64 Home and Small Business 0800 444 617...
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