Checking Console Messages
Useful diagnostic messages may be displayed on the console screen when the switch is reset. Connect a PC
running a VT-100 terminal emulator program to the switch’s Console Port and configure it to run at 115200
baud, and with the other terminal communication settings shown in
. Then, when
you reset the switch, note the messages that are displayed. Additionally, you can check the switch event log,
which can be accessed from the console using the show events command.
Testing Switch-to-Device Network Communications
You can perform the following communication tests to verify the network is operating correctly between the
switch and any connected device that can respond correctly to the communication test.
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Link Test:
a physical layer test that sends IEEE 802.2 test packets to any device identified by its MAC
address.
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Ping Test:
a network layer test used on IP networks that sends test packets to any device identified by
its IP address.
These tests can be performed through the switch console interface from a terminal connected to the switch
or through a Telnet connection, or from the switch’s web browser interface.
Testing End-to-End Networking Communications
Both the switch and the cabling can be tested by running an end-to-end communications test—a test that
sends known data from one network device to another through the switch. For example, if you have two
PCs on the network that have LAN adapters between which you can run a link-level test or Ping test through
the switch, you can use this test to verify that the entire communication path between the two PCs is
functioning correctly. See your LAN adapter documentation for more information on running a link test or
Ping test.
Battery Statements:
This switch uses a lithium battery. Do not attempt to replace the battery.
A risk of explosion exists if a battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the
battery disposal regulations for your country or region.
ll y a danger d'explosion s'il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie.
Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du même type ou d'un type équivalent recommandé par le
constructeur.Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant.
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