How do I set up and install the LevelOne GEP-2421W250 24-Port Gigabit PoE Switch? (level one GEP-2421W250 Gigabit PoE Switch Instruction Guide)

Answer

manuals.plus

Jan 23, 2025 - 03:23 AM


To set up and install the LevelOne GEP-2421W250 24-Port Gigabit PoE Switch, please follow these steps:

1. Connect the switch to a power source using the AC power input (100V~240V) and ensure it is switched on.
2. Connect your network devices (computers, printers, etc.) to the switch using Ethernet cables. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the device and the other end into any of the 24 RJ45 PoE ports on the switch.
3. If you have PoE devices that require power, connect them to the switch using Ethernet cables as well. The switch provides power and data over a single Ethernet cable to any PoE device.
4. Once all devices are connected, the switch will automatically detect and configure the network connections. The auto-negotiation feature will determine the appropriate speed (10/100/1000Mbps) and duplex mode (full/half-duplex) for each device.
5. The switch supports auto-MDI/MDIX, which means you can use either straight-through or crossover Ethernet cables for the connections. The switch will automatically adjust the pin configurations as needed.
6. The switch also supports jumbo frames, which can increase data transfer rates. If you want to enable jumbo frames, refer to the switch's user manual for instructions on how to configure this feature.
7. The switch has LED indicators for power, LAN ports (1-24), and PoE ports (1-24). These indicators will provide status information about the switch and the connected devices.

Please note that this is a basic setup guide. For more advanced configuration options or troubleshooting, refer to the user manual provided with the switch.