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Cisco Catalyst 2960-L Switch Getting Started
Guide

Getting Started with the Switch

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About the document

This guide provides instructions for the initial set up of your Cisco Catalyst 2960-L switch. It includes basic
rack-mounting, desk and shelf mounting for the switch, port and module connection procedures, and
troubleshooting information.

Before installing or upgrading the switch, refer to the Cisco Catalyst 2960-L switch Release Notes available
on

cisco.com

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Cisco Catalyst 2960-L Switch Getting Started Guide

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Page 1: ...he initial set up of your Cisco Catalyst 2960 L switch It includes basic rack mounting desk and shelf mounting for the switch port and module connection procedures and troubleshooting information Before installing or upgrading the switch refer to the Cisco Catalyst 2960 L switch Release Notes available on cisco com Note Cisco Catalyst 2960 L Switch Getting Started Guide 1 ...

Page 2: ... or 16 port Cisco Catalyst 2960 L switch 1 Optional Power cord retainer 8 AC power cord 2 Optional Magnet tray combo 9 Four rubber mounting feet 51 0089 3 Optional Cable guard 10 Compliance documentation 78 100866 01 4 Optional DIN rail mount 11 Three number 8 screws 48 1689 01 5 Icon legend label 47 103380 01 12 Screw template 47 100996 02 6 Cisco Catalyst 2960 L Switch Getting Started Guide 2 Ge...

Page 3: ...ur Number 8 Phillips flat head screws 48 2927 01 9 AC power cord 2 One black Phillips machine screw 48 0654 01 10 Four rubber mounting feet 51 0089 3 Optional Console cable or USB cable 11 Compliance documentation 78 100866 01 4 Optional Power cord retainer 12 Two 19 inch mounting brackets 5 Icon legend label 47 103380 01 13 Cable guide 6 Four Number 12 Phillips pan head screws 48 0523 01 7 Cisco ...

Page 4: ...round the switch and through the vents is unrestricted To avoid any flow blockage we strongly recommend these guidelines Allow at least 3 in 7 6 cm of clearance from the left and the right sides and the front and rear of the switch Allow at least 1 75 in 4 cm of clearance from the top cover if you are installing the switch in upright position Allow at least 3 in 7 6 cm of clearance from the top co...

Page 5: ...llation 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 Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity Statement 1001 Warning Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source Statement 1004 Warning ...

Page 6: ...orporated in the fixed wiring Statement 1022 Warning This equipment must be grounded Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available Statement 1024 Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should b...

Page 7: ...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 Warning No user serviceable parts inside Do not open Statement 1073 Warning Installation of the equipment must comply with local and n...

Page 8: ...desk or shelf This ensures that the power cord faces the rear of the desk or shelf after the switch is installed Step 3 Peel the adhesive strip off the bottom of the screw template and attach it to the top of the desk or shelf Step 4 Use a 0 144 inch 3 7 mm or a 27 drill bit to drill a 1 2 inch 12 7 mm hole in the two screw template slots Step 5 Insert two screws into the slots on the screw templa...

Page 9: ...ing the Switch Attaching the Rack Mount Brackets Attaching the Rack Mount Brackets to an 8 Port and 16 Port Cisco Catalyst 2960 L Switch Installing an 8 port and 16 port Cisco Catalyst 2960 L switch in a 19 inch rack requires an optional bracket kit that is not included with the switch You can order these kits by contacting your Cisco representative Cisco Catalyst 2960 L Switch Getting Started Gui...

Page 10: ...igure 5 Attaching 19 Inch Brackets to an 8 Port and 16 Port Cisco Catalyst 2960 L Switch Switch with 23 inch brackets attached 3 Switch with 19 inch brackets attached 1 Number 8 Phillips flat head screws 2 Cisco Catalyst 2960 L Switch Getting Started Guide 10 Getting Started with the Switch Installing the Switch ...

Page 11: ... the bracket to each side of the switch Figure 6 Attaching 19 inch Brackets to a 24 Port and 48 Port Cisco Catalyst 2960 L Switch Mid mounting position 3 Front mounting position 1 Rear mounting position 4 Number 8 Phillips flat head screws 2 Cisco Catalyst 2960 L Switch Getting Started Guide 11 Getting Started with the Switch Installing the Switch ...

Page 12: ... machine screw to attach the cable guide to the left or right bracket Figure 7 Mounting an 8 Port or 16 Port Switch in a Rack with 19 Inch and 23 Inch Brackets 23 inch rack mounting bracket 3 19 inch rack mounting bracket 1 Number 12 or Number 10 Phillips machine screws 2 Cisco Catalyst 2960 L Switch Getting Started Guide 12 Getting Started with the Switch Installing the Switch ...

Page 13: ...ine screws to attach the brackets to the rack Step 2 Use the black Phillips machine screw to attach the cable guide to the left or right bracket Figure 8 Mounting the Switch in a Rack Cisco Catalyst 2960 L Switch Getting Started Guide 13 Getting Started with the Switch Installing the Switch ...

Page 14: ... The fixed ports on the Cisco Catalyst 2960 L Power over Ethernet Plus PoE switches provide PoE support for IEEE 802 3at compliant powered devices PoE support for IEEE 802 3af compliant powered devices These ports also provide Cisco prestandard PoE support for Cisco IP phones and Cisco Aironet Access Points See the Cisco Catalyst 2960 L Hardware Installation Guide for information on PoE budgeting ...

Page 15: ...rs workstations IP phones wireless access points and routers Use a crossover twisted four pair Category 5 cable when you connect to other switches hubs or repeaters Step 2 Insert the other cable end into an RJ 45 port on the other device Connecting to SFP Module Slots For a list of supported modules see the Cisco Catalyst 2960 L Release Notes on Cisco com For detailed instructions on installing re...

Page 16: ...e target device Troubleshooting If you experience a difficulty help is available in this section and also on Cisco com This section includes Express Setup troubleshooting information details about how to reset the password and where to find additional information Resetting the Switch Password Follow these steps to reset the password on a Cisco Catalyst 2960 L switch Step 1 Unplug the power cable S...

Page 17: ...hooting section of the Hardware Installation Guide on Cisco com You can also access the Cisco Technical Support and Documentation website for a list of known hardware problems and extensive troubleshooting documentation Related Documentation For additional installation and configuration information relating to the switch see the Cisco Catalyst 2960 L documentation on Cisco com For system requireme...

Page 18: ...Cisco Catalyst 2960 L Switch Getting Started Guide 18 Getting Started with the Switch Related Documentation ...

Page 19: ...ntries To view a list of Cisco trademarks go to this URL http www cisco com go trademarks Third party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners The use of the word partner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company 1110R 2016 Cisco Systems Inc All rights reserved ...

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