Pakedge SW24-GBM Quick Installation Manual - page 6
SW24-GBM QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE
PREPARING TO INSTALL THE SWITCH
Installing the SW24-GBM is similar to installing any other Ethernet Switch. If you have installed an Ethernet
switch before, the process is very similar.
Tools Required:
• PC or Laptop with Ethernet Interface and a web browser (an integrated DB-9 port or USB to Serial
adapter may be necessary if you would like to use the console interface)
• Ethernet Cable (RJ45 Cable)
• Phillips Screwdriver (if using Rack-mount Brackets)
INSTALLATION
1. Open Box and Remove Unit
a. OPTIONAL: If mounting the switch in a standard 19” AV rack, attach the rack mounting brackets that
are included with the SW24-GBM to the sides of the unit
b. Physically mount the SW24-GBM switch near the power and network connections (i.e. backbone switch
or firewall/router)
2. Connect to the SW24-GBM switch to a power source
3. Connect your computer to any of the available ports on the SW24-GBM switch
4. Configure the switch to an IP address that matches your network. Configuration process is described in the
following sections.
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