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Dimension ES-3024 Ethernet Switch
Hardware Connections 3-1
Chapter 3
Hardware Connections
This chapter acquaints you with the front and rear panels, shows you how to make the connections,
install/remove (optional) modules and explains the LEDs.
3.1 Safety Warnings
The length of exposed (bare) power wire should not exceed 7mm.
Do not use this product near water, for example, in a wet basement.
Only a qualified technician should service or disassemble this device.
3.2 Front Panel
The following figure shows the front panel of the ES-3024. The front panel contains a console port for local switch
management, switch LEDs, 24 RJ-45 Ethernet ports and two (optional) uplink modules.
Figure 3-1 ES-3024 Front Panel
Table 3-1 ES-3024: Front Panel Ports
CONNECTOR DESCRIPTION
Console The console port is for local configuration of the ES-3024 switch.
24 10/100 Mbps RJ-45
Ethernet connectors Connect these ports to a computer, a hub, an Ethernet switch or router.
3.2.1 Console Port
For local management, you can use a computer with terminal emulation software configured to the following
parameters: