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MiLAN MIL-SM801XX manual

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    MIL-SM801xx Managed 9 Port Switch Eight 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet ports With One fixed 100BASE-FX port USER GUIDE[...]

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    Regulatory Approval - FCC Class A - UL 1950 - CSA C22.2 No. 950 - EN60950 - CE - EN55022 Class A - EN55024 Canadian EMI Notice This Class A digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numerique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel brouille[...]

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    C ontents 1. Introduction …….…………….…………….……….…………………… 1 Features ……………………………………………………....…..…….…….. 2 Intelligent Management Features ……………………....………………….. 2 Package Contents ………………………..………………..[...]

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    1. Introduction In today’s society, the ability to communicate quickly and share important data is essential to our lifestyle. Computer networks have proven to be one of the fastest methods of communication. The MIL-SM801XX series are compact desktop size switches that are ideal solutions for small, medium and enterprise networks. The switch prov[...]

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    Features n Conforms to IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, and 802.3x Ethernet Standards n Eight auto-sensing 10/100Mbps Ethernet RJ-45 ports n Automatic MDI/MDIX crossover for each 10Base-T/ 100Base-TX port n One fixed 100Mbps fiber port n One RS-232 for Serial Console management n Half-duplex mode for back pressure, and full-duplex for flow control n Store-and-f[...]

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    Figure 1-2. Package Contents Compare the contents of your MIL-SM801XX package with the standard checklist above. If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your local dealer for service. Ethernet Switching Technology Ethernet Switching Technology dramatically boosted the total bandwidth of a network, eliminated congestion problems inherent w[...]

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    Management Methods The MIL-SM801XX series supports the following management methods: n Console and Telnet Management n Web-based Management n SNMP Network Management Console and Telnet Management Console Management is done through the serial Console Port. This method requires a direct connection between a PC and the MIL-SM801XX. Telnet management i[...]

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    2. Hardware Description This section describes the hardware of the MIL-SM801XX series. The switch is compact in size with eight auto-sensing 10/100Mbps Ethernet RJ-45 ports and one 100Base-FX fiber port. Front Panel The front panel of the MIL-SM801XX series consists of eight auto-sensing 10/100Mbps Ethernet RJ-45 ports (automatic MDI/MDIX), one 100[...]

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    Figure 2-5. The Front Panel of the MIL-SM801XX with MT-RJ connector Figure 2-6. The Front Panel of the MIL-SM801XX with VF-45 connector n RJ-45 Ports (Auto MDI/MDIX): Eight 10/100 auto-sensing for 10Base-T or 100Base-TX connections. MDI configuration provides the means to connect to another hub or switch while MDIX provides connection to a workstat[...]

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    On Green The port is successfully connected to a device Blinks Green The port is receiving or transmitting data LNK / ACT Off No device attached On Amber The port is operating in full-duplex mode Blinks Amber C ollision s are occur ring on the port FDX / COL Off Half-duplex mode or no device attached Table 2-1. Description of LED Indicators Rear Pa[...]

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    Desktop Installation Set the switch on a sufficiently large flat space with a power outlet nearby. The surface should be clean, smooth, level, and sturdy. Make sure there is enough clearance around the switch to allow for air circulation and the attachment of cables and power cord. Attaching Rubber Feet A. Make sure mounting surface on the bottom o[...]

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    3. Network Configuration This section explains how to configure console management using the console management program. Console management involves the administration of the switch via a direct connection to the RS-232 console port, which has a female DB-9 connector. From the main menu of the console program, user has access to manage the function[...]

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    Note: Console program is case sensitive. After you have finished setting parameters, press the “ Enter ” Key and the Main Menu of console management appears. Figure 3-3. The Main Menu of Console Management Assigning an IP Address to the switch Once you have logged into the MIL-SM801XX, you need to assign an IP address to the switch’s Ethernet[...]

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    3. Y ou will now find that the default IP address has been changed to IP address 192.168.12.40. Reboot by typing “ reboot ” or “ H ”. 4. By similar methods, you can configure Subnet Mask (default subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0), Broadcast (default Broadcast is 255.255.255.255), and Gateway (default Gateway is 192.168.1.6). The gateway address[...]

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    Figure 4-5. Execute reboot Figure 3-6. After pressing Enter twice, you will find the old IP address has changed into new IP address. Note: After any setting changes, reboot. Use the ping command for verification. 12[...]

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    Secured IP Secured IP can guard against unauthorized users accessing the switch management. Network security for IP access allows only one IP address or up to 3 IP addresses to access the web based management server and telnet server. The Default Secured IP is 0.0.0.0 for all three secured IP, which means that no network security on IP was set from[...]

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    Figure 3-8. After pressing Enter twice, the first secured IP address is set to 199.86.12.46. Resetting Factory Defaults Y ou can reset the switch back to factory default settings by using the loaddefault command. Simply type L 2 at the MIL>_ prompt and press enter. Note: If you do not type L 2 , and only type L , the following option appears: Us[...]

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    4. Web-Based Management This section introduces the configuration and functions of the Web-based management for the MIL-SM801XX series. The MIL-SM801XX series provides an embedded HTML website residing in flash memory. It offers management features and allows users to manage the MIL- SM801XX from anywhere on the network through a standard Web Brows[...]

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    4. Click Login button, then the Password Dialog Box appears. Figure 4-2. The Password Dialogue Box 5. Type in your User Name and Password. (the default is “root” for both.) 6. Click the “OK” button 16[...]

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    System Configuration After you have started the Web-Based Management you can begin to configure the system. Click System from the Main Menu to display the following screen: Figure 5-1. The System Page The System Page displays information about the MIL-SM801XX. Network Setting IP address: 199.86.12.40 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Broadcast: 255.255.25[...]

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    SysLocation : You can enter the switch physical location. Example: “MiLAN BLDG 10” Statistics The Statistics page displays detailed information for each port. Figure 5-2. The Statistics Page Note: Java must be enabled for statistics information to display. See Appendix settings. 18[...]

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    Port Configuration Y ou can use the Port Configuration Page to Disable / Enable ports. Figure 5-3. The Port Config Page. In Figure 5-3, the default of each port is Enable. To Disable / Enable any port: 1. Select the drop-down menu in the Status Column. 2. Choose the status you want for each Ethernet or Fiber port. 3. Click Apply button to activate [...]

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    Speed Config In the Speed Configuration Page , you can configure the speed and duplex of each port. Fig. 5-4. The Speed Config Page To select the speed parameters for a port: 1. Select the drop-down menu in Speed /Duplex Column. 2. Select one of the following 6 Items: Auto /flow control enabled , Auto/flow control disabled, 100 Base-Tx /Full Duplex[...]

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    VLAN S A LAN was originally defined as a network of computers located within the same area . . Today, LANs are defined as a single broadcast domain. This means that if a user broadcasts information on his/her LAN, every user on the LAN will receive the broadcast. A VLAN (Virtual LAN) is a group of ports designated by the switch as belonging to the [...]

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    Trunking Trunking allows you to create additional bandwidth by aggregating several ports into one single group. Figure 5-6. The Trunking Page From the Trunking page you can click the drop-down menu and select your desired trunk group. You have a choice between a 2-port trunk (ports 1&2) or 4-port trunk (ports 1, 2, 3, & 4). Remember to clic[...]

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    Agent Config After clicking the Agent Configuration page, the screen displays the MIL- SM801XX’s current configuration. Refer to the following Agent Configuration page for your own settings. Figure 5-7. The Agent Config Page 23[...]

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    Boot Methods There are three modes that you can boot your switch in --- FLASH Boot – Boots from a memory chip that software images can be stored, booted, and rewritten as necessary. Flash memory resides in a chip and holds its content without power. BootP - Boots your system from a BootP (Bootstrap Protocol) server. BootP is a TCP/IP protocol use[...]

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    6. Technical Specifications The following table lists the specifications of the MIL-SM801XX series. Specifications Standards Compliance IEEE 802.3 10Base-T Ethernet, IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX/FX Fast Ethernet ANSI/IEEE 802.3 Auto-negotiation Protocol CSMA/CD Max Forwarding and Max Filtering Rate 14,880 pps per Ethernet port 148,800 pps per Fast Ethern[...]

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    7. Troubleshooting This section is intended to help you resolve the most common problems on the MIL- SM801XX series. Incorrect connections n Faulty or loose cables Look for loose or obviously faulty connections. Make sure the connections are snug. If that does not correct the problem, try a different cable. n Non-standard cables Non-standard or inc[...]

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    Appendix Browser Settings In order to view all fields when using the MIL-SM801XX Web-based Management with Microsoft’s Internet Explorer you must modify the browser's Java settings. The screen shots from Internet Explorer 5.0 will aid you in making the necessary changes. Open up Internet properties. Go to Start>Settings>Control panel a[...]

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    Step 5: Go back to Internet Options, then click “ Custom Level ” Step 6: Select “ Custom ” under “Java ” Step 4: Un-check left-bottom box – “Require server verification for all sites this zone”, then click "OK" 27 28[...]

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    Step 7: Select: Java - “Custom” Step 8: Select “Edit Permissions” then “Enable” under ”Run Unsigned Content”, then click "OK". 29[...]

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