Black Box Network Hardware 17 port Modular Ethernet Switch User Manual

Quick installation guide for LB9217A and LB9218A

This installation guide gives step-by-step instructions on how to install LB9217A & LB9218A that pertains to this

17-port modular Ethernet switch.

Selecting a module combination with LB9217A and LB9218A

LB9217A can be plugged in with the combination of different copper and fiber optic connectors.

Following is a list of various modules pertains to this 17-port modulated Ethernet switch.

Modules: Ports

LB9213A: 8TX

LB9219A: 4TX + 4FX (SC)

LB9216A: 6TX + 2FX (ST)

LB9218A: 6TX + 2FX (SC)

LB9214A: 8FX (ST)

LB9215A: 8FX (SC)

LB9007C-ST-R2: 1FX (ST)

LB9017C-SC-R2 (SC)

Figure 1: Front Panel of the Chassis, LB9217A.

Follow These Steps for Installation:

Step 1: Turn off the power before installation.

Step 2: Unscrew the cover plates of the module slots. Retain both the screws and the cover plates. The plates can be

reinstalled if the module is removed.

Step 3: Remove the module from the static-free container then slowly slide the plug-In module into the designated slot,

following the plastic guides.

Step 4: Snap in the Plug-In Module to attain a firm connection.

Step 5: Tighten the screws retained from original cover plate.

Step 8: Restore power.

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Figure 2: Removal of cover plate

Fiber module being installed

Select a proper site for LB9217A, Connect AC power cord to the receptacle on LB9217A & standard AC

outlet. Turn the switch on then to connect network with proper CAT 5 or fiber cable.

Figure 3: Internal power: Connect the supplied AC power cord to the receptacle on the back of the switch, and then plug it into a

standard AC outlet with a voltage range from 100 to 240 Vac.

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