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AT-8700

Series Switch

Quick Install Guide

AT-8724XL
AT-8748XL

AT-8700XL Series Switch Quick Install Guide
Document Number C613-04042-01 REV D.

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and other information contained in this document without prior written notice. The
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Telesyn be liable for any incidental, special, indirect, or consequential damages
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Models Covered By This Guide

This Quick Install Guide includes information on the following models:

■

AT-8724XL 24-port 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Advanced Fast Ethernet
Switch

■

AT-8748XL 48-port 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Advanced Fast Ethernet
Switch

Quick Install Guide updates can be downloaded from
www.alliedtelesyn.co.nz/support/at8700xl/.

Package Contents

The following items are included with each AT-8700XL Series switch. Contact
your sales representative if any items are damaged or missing.

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One AT-8700XL Series switch.

■

One AC power cord (AC models only).

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One serial cable for connecting the switch to a terminal or PC.

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One 19 inch rack-mount kit.

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One AT-8700XL Series Quick Install Guide.

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One Safety and Statutory Information booklet.

■

One AT-8700XL Series Documentation and Tools CD-ROM (which includes
the complete AT-8700XL Series Document Set and utilities).

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One warranty card.

AT-8700XL Series

Printed

Acrobat PDF

Website

Documentation Roadmap

AT-8700XL Series Safety and Statutory Information Booklet

AT-8700XL Series User Guide

AT-8700XL Series Software Reference

General Customer Support

Visit www.alliedtelesyn.co.nz for
the latest documentation, FAQs,
and support information.

AT-8700XL Series Quick Install Guide

AT-8700XL Series Hardware Reference

Uplink Module

Uplink Module Quick Install Guide

Uplink Module Hardware Reference

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Selecting a Site

The switch can be installed in a standard 19-inch rack or on a level surface such
as a desktop or bench. When installing the switch, choose a site that:

■

Allows adequate airflow around the switch and its vents.

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Is free of dust and moisture.

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Will maintain an ambient temperature range of 0 to 40º C (32 to 104º F) and
a humidity range of 5 to 95% non-condensing.

■

Has a reliable and earthed (grounded) power supply circuit, preferably
dedicated and filtered.

■

Does not expose cabling to sources of electrical noise, such as radio
transmitters, broadband amplifiers, power lines, electric motors, and
fluorescent fixtures.

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Allows easy access to the switch’s power and cable connections.

■

Will allow all related network devices to be connected to the switch
without exceeding maximum cable length limitations. See the

AT-8700XL

Series Hardware Reference

for cable length specifications.

Installing the Switch

All AC and DC versions of this equipment must be earthed.

Follow these steps to install the switch:

Before installing the switch, read the safety information

For safety information, see the

Safety and Statutory Information

booklet. A

copy of this booklet is supplied with each switch, and can also be found on
the Documentation and Tools CD-ROM or at
www.alliedtelesyn.co.nz/support/at8700xl/

Gather the tools and equipment you will need

If installing a DC version of the switch, you will need a DC power source,
DC supply cable, and wire strippers (see step 9).

If the switch is to be connected to a redundant power supply, you will need
a redundant power supply unit and cable (see step 11).

Choose a suitable site for the switch

Either a flat surface or 19 inch rack.

Unpack the switch

Verify the package contents. If any items are damaged or missing, contact
your sales representative.

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Install uplink modules (optional)

If you purchased uplink modules, install them now by following the
instructions in the

Uplink Module Quick Install Guide

Place the switch in its operating location

If installing the switch in a rack:

•

Remove the rubber feet.

•

Attach the rack-mounting brackets.

•

Mount the switch in the rack.

Check the supply voltage and the switch’s rated voltage

AC versions of AT-8700XL Series switches are fitted with a universal main
power supply that will function over the range 100–240 VAC and
50–60 Hz.

DC versions of AT-8700XL Series switches require a supply voltage in the
range 39–60V DC.

The specific power supply requirements for a particular model are clearly
displayed on the rear or underside of the switch. If the supply is outside
the accepted range for the switch, the switch may not operate or damage to
the switch may result.

Apply AC power to the switch (for AC models)

Plug the power cord into the AC power connector on the switch’s rear
panel. The Fault LED should flash for approximately 10 seconds as the
switch runs internal tests. If the LED continues to flash or remains lit, refer
to the

AT-8700XL Series Hardware Reference

for troubleshooting information.

Figure 1: AT-8724XL front panel and rear panel with AC power inlet.

CLASS 1

LASER

R.P.S.
INPUT

AC SUPPLY DATA
100-120/200-240

50/60

AMPS

4/2

Input Vdc
+3.3
+5
+12

A Max

8
1

AC Power

AT-RPS8000 RPS Connector

STATUS

RESET

FAULT

PWR

RPS

10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX

100M LINK / ACTIVITY

RS-232

TERMINAL PORT

10M LINK / ACTIVITY

HALF DUP/ COL

FULL DUP

PORT ACTIVITY

L /A

D/C

L /A

D/C

ASYN0

AT-8724XL

Advanced Fast Ethernet Switch

Uplink Module Bays

10/100 BASE Ports

Port LEDs

System

LEDs

RS-232 Terminal Port

Rear panel

Front panel

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Apply DC power to the switch (for DC models)

Read the

Safety and Statutory Information

booklet before connecting a DC

power supply. A copy of this booklet is included with each switch. It is also
included on the Documentation and Tools CD-ROM, or can be
downloaded from www.alliedtelesyn.co.nz/support/at8700xl/

Only trained and qualified personnel should connect a DC power supply. Due
to exposed terminals, DC powered switches should be installed only in
Restricted Access Areas.

DC supply cable specifications:

•

Number of wires (cores): 3

•

Minimum size: 2.1mm

(14 AWG)

•

Minimum cable rating: 600V, 90 degrees Celsius

DC power supply specifications:

•

48 VDC (39-60 VDC is acceptable)

•

Either positive grounded or negative grounded

Circuit protection:

•

Use a 10 Amp circuit breaker

To connect the DC supply:

a) Ensure the supply cable is not live

b) Strip the supply cable wires to expose 8mm (0.31 in.) of bare conductor

At the switch, connect the ground wire to the ground terminal

(terminals can be identified by the diagram on the switch’s rear panel,
see Figure 2). Tighten the terminal to between 0.6-0.8 Nm (0.041-0.055
pound-force per foot)

d) At the switch, connect the positive feed to the + (positive) terminal and

the negative feed to the - (negative) terminal. Tighten the terminals to
between 0.6-0.8 Nm (0.041-0.055 pound-force per foot)

e) Ensure there are no exposed conductor strands

Secure the supply cable (to the rack framework or similar object) so that
the connections are isolated from any force applied to the cable

g) Ensure the circuit breaker is in the Off position

h) Connect the supply-cable wires to the circuit breaker

Energise the circuit breaker

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Figure 2: DC Power inlet terminals on an AT-8724XL.

The Fault LED should flash for approximately 10 seconds as the switch
runs internal tests. If the LED continues to flash or remains lit, refer to the

AT-8700XL Series Hardware Reference

for troubleshooting information.

10. Check that the Power LED on the switch’s front panel lights green

If the LED fails to light, refer to the

AT-8700XL Series Hardware Reference

for

troubleshooting information.

11. Connect the Redundant Power Supply (Optional)

AC models of AT-8700XL Series switches have a Redundant Power Supply
(RPS) connector on their rear panel.

The switch is designed to operate with the AT-RPS8000 RPS, which can be
purchased separately. Contact your authorised Allied Telesyn distributer
or reseller for more information.

12. Connect the data cables

Make sure each cable connection is secure. The switch will now perform
basic Layer 2 switching functions.

Configuring the Switch

Some configuration is necessary if you wish to enable the switch’s advanced
switching capabilities. The switch can be configured via the Command Line
Interface (CLI) or Graphical User Interface (GUI).

Using the CLI to configure a switch

Connect a terminal or PC to the Terminal Port (ASYN0)

Using the supplied RS-232 DB9 straight-through cable, connect your
terminal or PC to the RS-232 Terminal Port on the switch’s front panel.

Set the communication parameters

Set the communication parameters on your terminal or terminal emulation
program to:

•

Baud rate: 9600

•

Data bits: 8

•

Parity: None

•

Stop bits: 1

•

Flow control: Hardware

38-75VDC , 2A

FOR CENTRALIZED DC
POWER CONNECTION,

INSTALL ONLY IN A
RESTRICTED AREA

DC Power inlet

DC INPUT

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Log in

After the switch has booted, the log-in prompt appears. If the log-in
prompt doesn’t appear, press [Enter] two or three times.

When the switch boots for the first time, it automatically creates an account
with manager privileges. The account has the log in name “manager” and
the password is “friend”.

At the log-in prompt, enter the log-in name and password.

manager

Password:

friend

The switch’s command prompt appears and you can now configure the
switch using the command line interface.

Change the password as soon as possible. Leaving the manager account with
the default password is a serious security risk. Make sure you remember the
new password as there is no way to retrieve it if it is lost.

Use the following command to change the account password:

set password

Load help files

To display a list of help topics, enter:

help

To display help on a specific topic, enter:

help

topic

Alternatively, type a question mark (?) at the end of a partially completed
command to see a list of valid options.

See the

AT-8700XL Series Software Reference

for more information on

configuring the switch.

Using the GUI to configure a router:

This section describes how to establish a connection to the router through the
GUI, so you can configure the router before installing it in your LAN. For more
information about the GUI, see the Using the Graphical User Interface chapter
of the

AT-8700XL Series Software Reference

Select a PC to browse to the

router

from

You can browse to the router from any PC that is running a supported
operating system with a supported browser installed. JavaScript must be
enabled. If you are using a toolbar or plug-in on your browser to block
pop-ups, disable it while using the GUI. The GUI displays detailed
configuration options and information in pop-up windows.

You need to know the PC’s subnet.

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Connect the PC to the

router

Use an Ethernet cable to connect an Ethernet card on the PC to any one of
the switch ports.

You can browse to the router through any VLAN, as long as you give that VLAN an IP
address (see below). These instructions assume you will use vlan1. The switch ports all
belong to vlan1 by default.

Access the

router

’s command line interface

Access the CLI from the PC, as described in the previous “Using the CLI to
configure a router” section.

Enable IP

enable ip

Assign the vlan1 interface an IP address in the same subnet as the PC

add ip interface=vlan1 ip=

ipaddress

mask

=mask

Save the configuration and set the

router

to use it on bootup

create config=

your-name

.cfg

set config=

your-name

.cfg

On the PC’s web browser, bypass the HTTP proxy server, if necessary

Point your web browser at vlan1’s IP address

At the login prompt, enter the user name and password

The default username is manager:

User Name:

manager

Password:

friend

The System Status page is displayed. Select options from the sidebar menu
to configure and manage the router.

For context-sensitive online help, click on the Help button at the top of the
sidebar menu or on any pop-up page.

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System LEDs

System LEDs on its front panel indicate the switch’s operational status.

1. DC models

of the switches do not have an RPS connector and the RPS LED will not function.

The

AT-8700XL Series Hardware Reference

has further troubleshooting

information, including information on Switch Port and Uplink Module LEDs.

Documentation and Tools CD-ROM

The Documentation and Tools CD-ROM bundled with each AT-8700XL Series
switch contains the complete Documentation Set for your switch and its
expansion options, as well as tools for managing the switch. This includes:

■

The

AT-8700XL Series Safety and Statutory Information

booklet, which

provides safety and statutory information for the AT-8700XL Series switch
and its expansion options.

■

The

AT-8700XL Series Hardware Reference

, which provides detailed

information on the hardware features of AT-8700XL Series switches.

■

This Quick Install guide.

■

The

AT-8700XL Series Software Reference

, which provides detailed

information on configuring the switch and its software.

■

The

Uplink Module Quick Install Guide

, which outlines the procedure for

installing an Uplink Module; and the

Uplink Module Hardware Reference

which provides detailed information on Uplink Modules.

■

AT-TFTP Server for Windows for downloading software releases.

■

Adobe Acrobat Reader for viewing online documentation.

System LEDs

LED

State

Function

Power

Green

The switch is receiving power and the voltage
is within the acceptable range

Fault

Red

The switch or management software is
malfunctioning

1 flash

A switch fan has failed. (The LEDs will not
indicate an RPS fan failure.)

3 flashes

If an RPS is connected, the switch’s PSU (Power
Supply Unit) has failed

4 flashes

If RPS monitoring is enabled, the RPS PSU has
failed

5 flashes

If RPS monitoring is enabled, an RPS is not
connected or is not operational

RPS

(Redundant

Power Supply)

Green

An RPS is connected to the switch