ZyXEL Communications Dimension GS-3012, User Manual, Page: 27 / 259

GS-3012/GS-3012F User’s Guide
Getting to Know the GS-3012 Series 1-1
Chapter 1
Getting to Know the GS-3012 Series
This chapter describes the key features, benefits and applications of the GS-3012 series.
1.1 Introduction
The GS-3012 and GS-3012F are layer 2 stand-alone Gigabit Ethernet switches. There are 100/1000 Mbps ports for
electrical Ethernet connections and mini GBIC slots for optical uplink connections. See the appendices for details
on the number of 100/1000 Mbps ports and mini GBIC slots on each model.
There is a console port and RJ-45 port for local management. With the built-in web configurator, managing and
configuring the switch is easy. From cabinet management to port-level control and monitoring, you can visually
configure and manage your network via the web browser. Just click your mouse instead of typing cryptic command
strings. In addition, the switch can also be managed via Telnet, the console port, or third-party SNMP management.
1.2 Features
These sections describe the hardware and firmware features of the GS-3012 series.
1.2.1 Hardware Features
100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ports (Some Paired With Mini GBIC Slots)
Connect computers or switches directly to the 100/1000Mbps auto-negotiating, automatic cable sensing (auto-
MDIX) RJ-45 Gigabit ports. All ports support:
IEEE 802.3/3u/3z/3ab standards
Back pressure flow control in half duplex mode
IEEE 802.3x flow control in full duplex mode
Mini GBIC Slots
These are slots for mini GBIC (Gigabit Interface Converter) transceivers. These allow the switch to connect to
another WAN switch or daisy-chain to other switches.
Console Port
Use the console port for local management of the switch.
One Management Port
Use the RJ-45 management port for local switch management only.
Fans
The fans provide sufficient cooling to allow reliable operation even in poorly ventilated rooms or basements.