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Managing the Switch
Follow these steps:
1.Launch a web browser on your PC or workstation.
2.Enter the switch IP address in the web browser, and press Enter. The device 
manager page appears.
3.Use the device manager to perform basic switch configuration and 
monitoring. Refer to the device manager online help for more information.
4.For a more advanced configuration, download and run the Cisco Network...

 
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Follow these steps:
1.Connect the supplied RJ-45-to DB-9 adapter cable to the 9-pin serial port on 
the PC. Connect the other end of the cable to the console port on the switch.
2.Start a terminal-emulation program on the PC.
3.Configure the PC terminal emulation software for 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no 
parity, 1 stop bit, and no flow control.
4.Use the CLI to enter commands to configure the...

 
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Equipment That You Supply
You need to supply a number-2 Phillips screwdriver to rack-mount the switch.
Before You Begin
When determining where to install the switch, verify that these guidelines are met:
 Airflow around the switch and 
through the vents is unrestricted.
 Temperature around the switch 
does not exceed 113°F (45°C).
 Humidity around the switch does 
not exceed 85 percent....

 
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Installation Warning Statements
This section includes the basic installation warning statements. Translations of 
these warning statements appear in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety 
Information for the Catalyst 2960 Switch guide.
WarningOnly trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or 
service this equipment. Statement 148
WarningTo prevent the switch from...

 
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WarningIf a redundant power system (RPS) is not connected to the switch, install an RPS 
connector cover on the back of the switch. Statement 265
WarningClass 1 laser product. Statement 1008
WarningFor connections outside the building where the equipment is installed, the 
following ports must be connected through an approved network termination 
unit with integral circuit protection:...

 
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Attaching the Brackets
Use four Phillips flat-head screws to attach the long side of the brackets to 
Catalyst 2960 switches in one of three mounting positions.
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Front-mounting position
Mid-rack-mounting position (telco rack)
Rear-mounting position
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Rack-Mount the Switch
Use the four number-12 Phillips machine screws to attach the brackets to the rack. 
Use the black Phillips machine screw to attach the cable guide to the left or right 
bracket. 
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Connect to the Switch Ports
This section describes how to connect to the fixed switch ports and to the SFP 
module ports.
Connect to the 10/100 and 10/100/1000 Ports
Follow these steps:
The fixed ports on the Catalyst 2960 PoE switches provide PoE support for 
devices that are compliant with IEEE 802.3af. They also provide Cisco 
prestandard PoE support for Cisco IP Phones and Cisco Aironet...

 
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either a crossover or a straight-through cable for connections to a copper 10/100 
or 10/100/1000 module port on the switch, regardless of the type of device on the 
other end of the connection
Install the SFP Modules and Connect to the Ports
Follow these steps:
For a list of supported modules, see the release notes on Cisco.com. For detailed 
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Verify Port Connectivity
After you connect to the switch port and another device, the port LED turns amber 
while the switch establishes a link. This process takes about 30 seconds, and then 
the LED turns green when the switch and the target device have an established 
link. If the LED is off, the target device might not be turned on, there might be a 
cable problem, or there might be...