Rack-Mounting

To rack-mount the switch, select the rack size and follow the steps in these sections:

■Attaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks

■Attaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks for IP-30 Compliance (Optional)

■Attaching Brackets for 23-Inch Racks

■Attaching Brackets for ETSI Racks

■Rack-Mounting the Switch

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Warning: For mounting railway-application equipment and for EN50155 standard compliance, the switch must be installed only in a rack mid-mounting position. If you install the switch in a front rack-mounting (cable side or power supply side) position or in a wall-mounting position, a mechanical failure can occur that results in the switch becoming detached from the rack. Statement 403

Attaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks

Figure 10 and Figure 11 show how to attach brackets to the switches.

Figure 10 Attaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks

Figure 11 Attaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks

Attaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks for IP-30 Compliance (Optional)

Before installing the mounting brackets, you need to install the rubber plugs in the unused mounting holes. The rubber plugs are not supplied with the switch. You can order a kit (part number IE-3010-IP30KIT) containing the rubber plugs.

You can order a kit (part number IE-3010-IP30KIT) that contains the rubber plugs.

Figure 12 shows a close-up of the rubber plug. You can install the rubber plugs in the holes as shown in Figure 13 and Figure 14.

Figure 12 Inserting the Rubber Plug

1. Identify your bracket mounting position. See Figure 15 or Figure 16.

2. Insert the rubber plugs in the appropriate holes on both sides of the switch. See Figure 13 or Figure 14.

3. Use a screwdriver or pen to completely push in the rubber plugs. See Figure 12.

4. Install the brackets on both sides of the switch. See Figure 15 or Figure 16.

Figure 13 Inserting the Rubber Plugs

Figure 14 Inserting the Rubber Plugs

Figure 15 Attaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks

Figure 16 Attaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks

Note: For IP-30 compliance: If you use 23-inch brackets or ETSI brackets, you can insert the rubber plugs in the same holes as shown in Figure 13 or Figure 14 before installing the brackets.

Attaching Brackets for 23-Inch Racks

Figure 17 Attaching 23-Inch Brackets

Note: For IP-30 compliance: If you use 23-inch brackets, you can insert the rubber plugs in the same holes as shown in Figure 13 or Figure 14 before installing the brackets.

Attaching Brackets for ETSI Racks

Figure 18 Attaching Brackets for ETSI Racks

Note: For IP-30 compliance: If you use ETSI brackets, you can insert the rubber plugs in the same holes as shown in Figure 13 or Figure 14 before installing the brackets.

Rack-Mounting the Switch

After you attach the brackets on the switch, use the four supplied number-12 Phillips machine screws to attach the brackets to the rack. See Figure 19.

Figure 19 Rack-Mounting

After the switch is mounted in the rack:

1. Wire the switch to a power source. See Power Supply Installation

2. Connect the ports. See the Connecting Devices to the Ethernet Ports.

3. Attach the cable guide to prevent the cables from obscuring the LED panels on the devices in the rack. Use the supplied black screw shown in Figure 19 to attach the cable guide to the left or right bracket.

For configuration instructions about the CLI setup program, go to Configuring the Switch with the CLI Setup Program

Wall-Mounting

To wall-mount the switch, follow the steps in these sections:

■Attaching Brackets

■Attaching Brackets for IP-30 Compliance (Optional)

■Wall-Mounting the Switch

Warning: Read the wall-mounting instructions carefully before beginning installation. Failure to use the correct hardware or to follow the correct procedures could result in a hazardous situation to people and damage to the system. Statement 378

Warning: For mounting railway-application equipment and for EN50155 standard compliance, the switch must be installed only in a rack mid-mounting position. If you install the switch in a front rack-mounting (cable side or power supply side) position or in a wall-mounting position, a mechanical failure can occur that results in the switch becoming detached from the rack. Statement 403

If the switch is wall-mounted in an enclosure, follow these minimum clearances:

■Sides of switch (facing up and facing down): 3.75 in. (9.52 cm)

■Port side 3.0 in. (7.62 cm)

■Power supply side: 5.25 in. (13.33 cm)

■Cover side (side not facing wall): 1.75 in. (4.44 cm)

■Base side (facing wall): 0 in. (0 cm)

Attaching Brackets

Figure 20 Attaching 19-inch Rack Brackets

Attaching Brackets for IP-30 Compliance (Optional)

1. Insert the rubber plugs in the appropriate holes on both sides of the switch. See Figure 21.

Note: The rubber plugs are not supplied with the switch. You can order a kit (part number IE-3010-IP30KIT) containing the rubber plugs.

2. Use a screwdriver or pen to completely push in the rubber plugs. See Figure 12.

3. Install the brackets on both sides of the switch. See Figure 22.

Figure 21 Inserting the Rubber Plugs in the Switch Holes

Figure 22 Attaching 19-inch Rack Brackets

Wall-Mounting the Switch

For the best support of the switch and cables, ensure that the switch is attached securely to wall studs or to a firmly attached plywood mounting backboard.

Mount the switch with the side panel facing up. Ensure that the Cisco logo is at the top of the switch. See Figure 23 and Figure 24.

Figure 23 Wall-Mounting the Cisco IE-3010-24TC

Figure 24 Wall-Mounting the Cisco IE-3010-16S-8PC

After the switch is mounted on the wall:

■Wire the switch to a power source. See Power Supply Installation

■For configuration instructions about using the CLI setup program, go to Configuring the Switch with the CLI Setup Program

■Connect the switch ports. See the Connecting Devices to the Ethernet Ports.

Installing SFP Modules

These sections describe how to install and remove SFP modules. SFP modules are inserted into SFP module slots on the front of the switch. Field-replaceable SFP modules provide the uplink interfaces, send (TX) and receive (RX).

You can use any combination of rugged SFP modules. See Table 2 for a list of supported modules. Each SFP module must be of the same type as the SFP module on the other end of the cable, and the cable must not exceed the stipulated cable length for reliable communications. See Table 20 for cable stipulations for SFP module connections.

Caution: When you use commercial SFP modules such as CWDM and 1000BX-U/D, reduce the maximum operating temperature by 59°F (15°C). The minimum operating temperature is 32°F (0°C).

Caution: To prevent electrostatic-discharge (ESD) damage, follow standard board and component handling procedures.

Warning: Do not insert and remove SFP modules while power is on; an electrical arc can occur. This could cause an explosion in hazardous location installations. Be sure that power is removed or the area is nonhazardous before proceeding. Statement 1087

Note: Removing and installing an SFP module can shorten its useful life. Do not remove and insert any module more often than is absolutely necessary.

Figure 28 shows an LC SFP module with a bale-clasp latch.

Caution: Do not install or remove the LC SFP module with fiber-optic cables attached because of potential damage to the cables, the cable connector, or the optical interfaces in the SFP module. Disconnect all cables before removing or installing an SFP module. Removing and installing an SFP module can shorten its useful life. Do not remove and insert SFP modules more often than is absolutely necessary.

Installing Fiber Optic SFP Modules

Warning: Class 1 laser product. Statement 1008

To install and cable an optical SFP transceiver uplink port:

1. Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap to your wrist and to a bare metal surface.

2. Find the send (TX) and receive (RX) markings on the module top.

On some SFP modules, the send and receive (TX and RX) markings might be replaced by arrows that show the direction of the connection, either send or receive (TX or RX).

3. If the module has a bale-clasp latch, move it to the open, unlocked position.

4. Align the module in front of the slot opening, and push until you feel the connector snap into place.

5. If the module has a bale-clasp latch, close it.

6. For fiber-optic SFP modules, remove the dust plugs and save.

7. Connect the SFP cables.

Figure 25 Installing an SFP Module

Caution: Do not remove the dust plugs from the fiber-optic SFP module port or the rubber caps from the fiber-optic cable until you are ready to connect the cable. The plugs and caps protect the SFP module ports and cables from contamination and ambient light.

Installing 1000BASE-T SFP Modules

The 1000BASE-T (copper) SFP transceiver, see Figure 26, has a bale-clasp locking mechanism that secures the transceiver in the module socket. The SFP network interface is an RJ-45 connector.

Figure 26 1000BASE-T SFP Transceiver

Caution: To comply with GR-1089 intrabuilding lightning immunity requirements, you must use grounded, shielded, twisted-pair, CAT5 cabling.

Note: When connecting to a 1000BASE-T-compatible server, workstation, or router, use four twisted-pair, straight-through CAT5 cabling for the SFP transceiver port. When connecting to a 1000BASE-T-compatible switch or repeater, use four twisted-pair, crossover CAT5 cabling.

To install a 1000BASE-T SFP transceiver:

1. Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap to your wrist and to the ESD ground connector on the chassis or to a properly grounded bare metal surface.

Caution: To avoid ESD damage, handle the SFP by its sides; do not touch the connector pins.

2. Remove the new 1000BASE-T SFP module from its protective packaging.

3. Check the markings on the SFP transceiver to verify that you have the correct model for your network.

4. Position the SFP transceiver in front of the port socket opening.

Note: Different Cisco devices have different SFP transceiver socket configurations. Your Cisco device might require that the SFP transceiver be installed with the bale-clasp either in a latch-up or a latch-down orientation. Verify that you have the SFP transceiver oriented correctly when you position it in front of the port socket.

5. With the bale-clasp closed (locked), slide the SFP transceiver into the socket until you feel it snap in place in the socket. You may hear an audible click as the SFP transceiver latch engages in the socket (Figure 25).

6. Connect the network interface cable RJ-45 plug to the SFP RJ-45 connector.

7. Observe the port status LED:

–Green indicates that the SFP transceiver and the target device established a link.

–Amber indicates that the port is discovering the network topology and searching for loops. This process takes about 30 seconds, and then the LED turns green.

–Off indicates that the target device might not be turned on, there might be a cable problem, or there might be a problem with the adapter installed in the target device. Refer to Troubleshooting for solutions to cabling problems.

Connecting to SFP Modules

This section describes how to connect to a fiber-optic or 1000BASE-T SFP port. To connect to an RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port, see Connecting to a Dual-Purpose Port. For instructions on how to install or remove an SFP module, see Connecting Devices to the Ethernet Ports.

Warning: Class 1 laser product. Statement 1008

Warning: Do not connect or disconnect cables to the ports while power is applied to the switch or any device on the network because an electrical arc can occur. This could cause an explosion in hazardous location installations. Be sure that power is removed from the switch and cannot be accidentally be turned on, or verify that the area is nonhazardous before proceeding. Statement 1070

Caution: Do not remove the rubber plugs from the SFP module port or the rubber caps from the fiber-optic cable until you are ready to connect the cable. The plugs and caps protect the SFP module ports and cables from contamination and ambient light.

Before connecting to the SFP module, ensure that you understand the port and cabling guidelines in the SFP Module Connectors. See Connector and Cable Specifications for information about the LC on the SFP module.

Caution: To prevent ESD damage, follow standard board and component handling procedures.

Connecting to a Fiber Optic SFP Module

To connect a fiber-optic cable to an SFP module:

1. Remove the rubber plugs from the module port and fiber-optic cable, and store them for future use.

2. Insert one end of the fiber-optic cable into the SFP module port. See Figure 27.

Figure 27 Connecting to a Fiber-Optic SFP Module Port

3. Insert the other cable end into a fiber-optic receptacle on a target device.

4. Observe the port status LED:

–The LED turns green when the switch and the target device have an established link.

–The LED turns amber while the STP discovers the network topology and searches for loops. This process takes about 30 seconds, and then the port LED turns green.

–If the LED is off, the target device might not be turned on, there might be a cable problem, or there might be a problem with the adapter installed in the target device. See Troubleshooting for solutions to cabling problems.

5. If necessary, reconfigure and restart the switch or the target device.

Connecting to a 1000BASE-T SFP Module

To connect a CAT5 cable to a 1000BASE-T SFP module:

Caution: To prevent ESD damage, follow standard board and component handling procedures.

1. When connecting to servers, workstations, and routers, insert a four twisted-pair, straight-through cable in the RJ-45 connector. When connecting to switches or repeaters, insert a four twisted-pair, crossover cable.

Note: When connecting to a 1000BASE-T device, use a four twisted-pair CAT5 cable.

2. Insert the other cable end in an RJ-45 connector on a target device.

3. Observe the port status LED.

–The LED turns green when the switch and the target device have an established link.

–The LED turns amber while the STP discovers the network topology and searches for loops. This process takes about 30 seconds, and then the port LED turns green.

–If the LED is off, the target device might not be turned on, there might be a cable problem, or there might be problem with the adapter installed in the target device. See Troubleshooting for solutions to cabling problems.

4. If necessary, reconfigure and restart the switch or target device.

Removing SFP Modules

1. Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap to your wrist and to a bare metal surface.

2. Disconnect the cable from the SFP module. For reattachment, note which cable connector plug is send (TX) and which is receive (RX).

3. Insert a dust plug into the optical ports of the SFP module.

4. If the module has a bale-clasp latch, pull the bale out and down to eject it. If the latch is obstructed and you cannot use your finger, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver or other long, narrow instrument.

5. Grasp the SFP module, and carefully remove it from the slot.

6. Place the module in an antistatic bag or other protective environment.

Figure 28 Removing a Bale-Clasp Latch SFP Module

Removing the SFP Module Patch Cable

To remove an SFP module patch cable from the SFP module slot, release the connector, and pull it from the slot.

Connecting to a Dual-Purpose Port

The dual-purpose port is a single port with two interfaces, one for an RJ-45 cable and another for an SFP module. Only one interface can be active at a time. If both interfaces are connected, the SFP module has priority. For more information about dual-purpose ports, see the Dual-Purpose Ports.

Warning: Class 1 laser product. Statement 1008

Caution: Do not remove the rubber plugs from the SFP module port or the rubber caps from the fiber-optic cable until you are ready to connect the cable. The plugs and caps protect the SFP module ports and cables from contamination and ambient light. Before connecting to the SFP module, ensure that you understand the port and cabling stipulations in the Installation Guidelines. See Connector and Cable Specifications for information about the LC on the SFP module.

To connect to a dual-purpose port, follow these steps:

1. Connect an RJ-45 connector to the 10/100/1000 port, or install an SFP module into the SFP module slot, and connect a cable to the SFP module port. See Figure 34.

For more information about RJ-45 connections, SFP modules, and optical connections, see the Connecting Devices to the Ethernet Ports, the Connecting Devices to the Ethernet Ports, and the Connecting to SFP Modules.

Figure 34 Connecting to a Dual-Purpose Port

2. Connect the other end of the cable to the other device.

By default, the switch detects whether an RJ-45 connector or SFP module is connected to a dual-purpose port and configures the port accordingly. You can change this setting and configure the port to recognize only an RJ-45 connector or only an SFP module by using the media typ e interface configuration command. For more information, see the Cisco IE 3010 Switch Command Reference.

Connecting to the 10/100 and 10/100/1000 Ports

The 10/100 and 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports use standard RJ-45 connectors with Ethernet pinouts. The maximum cable length is 328 feet (100 meters). The 100BASE-TX and 1000BASE-T traffic requires CAT5, CAT5e, or CAT6 UTP cable. The 10BASE-T traffic uses Category 3 or Category 4 cable.

The autonegotiation feature is enabled by default on the switch. At this setting, the switch ports configure themselves to operate at the speed of the attached device. If the device does not support autonegotiation, you can set the switch port speed and duplex parameters. To maximize performance, either let the ports autonegotiate both speed and duplex, or set the port speed and duplex parameters on both ends of the connection.

For simplified cabling, the automatic medium-dependent interface crossover (auto-MDIX) feature is enabled by default. With auto-MDIX enabled, the switch detects the required cable type for copper Ethernet connections and configures the interface accordingly. Therefore, you can use either a crossover or a straight-through cable for connections to a 10/100/1000 Ethernet port, regardless of the type of connected device.

See the switch software configuration guide or the switch command reference on Cisco.com for more information about autonegotiation and auto-MDIX.

If auto-MDIX is disabled, use the guidelines in Table 11 to select the cable for connecting the 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports to other devices. See the Connector and Cable Specifications appendix for cable-pinout descriptions. See Figure 35.

Figure 35 Connecting to an Ethernet Port

Connecting to the 10/100 PoE Ports

The Cisco IE-3010-16S-8PC switch 10/100 PoE ports have the same autonegotiation settings and cabling requirements as those in the Connecting to the 10/100 and 10/100/1000 Ports. These ports provide PoE power.

See the PoE Ports for information on the cables and connectors.

The ports provide PoE support for devices compliant with IEEE 802.3af and also provide Cisco prestandard PoE support for Cisco IP Phones and Cisco Aironet Access Points.

On a per-port basis, you can control whether or not a port automatically provides power to a connected IP phone or an access point.

To access an advanced PoE planning tool, use the Cisco Power Calculator on Cisco.com:

http://tools.cisco.com/cpc/launch.jsp

You can use this application to calculate the power supply requirements for a specific PoE configuration. The results show output current, output power, and heat dissipation.

Warning: Voltages that present a shock hazard may exist on Power over Ethernet (PoE) circuits if interconnections are made using uninsulated exposed metal contacts, conductors, or terminals. Avoid using such interconnection methods, unless the exposed metal parts are located within a restricted access location and users and service people who are authorized within the restricted access location are made aware of the hazard. A restricted access area can be accessed only through the use of a special tool, lock and key or other means of security. Statement 1072

Caution: Category 5e and Category 6 cables can store high levels of static electricity. Always ground the cables to a suitable and safe earth ground before connecting them to the switch or other devices.