QSFPTEK S5300-8TE4X-P Quick Start Guide

Introduction

The S5300-8TE4X-P is a 2.5G access switch featuring 8x 100/1000M/2.5GBASE-T RJ45 ports and 4x 10G SFP+ uplink ports, with Stacking support. It offers a 2.5x increase in speed over existing wiring (cat5e or cat6). The 8x RJ45 ports comply with IEEE802.3af/at/bt standards, providing up to 90W per port for devices like IP phones and wireless access points. This Layer 2 managed switch is ideal for converged Wi-Fi 6 and multi-rate wired access in SMBs, branches, and campus networks, ensuring a stable and reliable network architecture.

This manual provides instructions for implementing the switch into your network.

Accessories

• Power Cord x1
• Console Cable x1
• Mounting Bracket x2
• Screw x8
• Rubber Pad x4

Hardware Overview

Front Panel Ports

Front Panel LEDs

Back Panel

Installation Requirements

Tools Preparation

• Screwdriver
• Static-proof wristband
• Bolt
• Ethernet cable
• Other Ethernet terminal devices
• Control terminal

Safety Principles

Keep the installation area dustless and clean.

• Put the cover in a safe place.
• Place tools where they are not easily falling down.
• Wear appropriate clothing: tight clothes, fastened tie/scarf, and rolled-up sleeves to avoid snagging.
• Wear protective glasses if the environment poses a risk to your eyes.
• Avoid incorrect operations that could cause harm to people or devices.

Site Environment

• Ensure the workshop is well-ventilated and electrical devices have adequate heat dissipation.
• Follow electrostatic discharge prevention procedures to avoid damaging devices.
• Place the switch in a location where cool air can dissipate heat.
• Ensure the machine box is sealed.

Mounting the Switch

Connecting the Power

• Plug the AC power cord into the switch's power port on the back.
• Connect the other end of the power cord to an AC power source.

Connecting the RJ45 Ports

• Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the RJ45 port on networking equipment (e.g., PC, printer, server, storage).
• Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to a switch RJ45 port.

Connecting the SFP+ Port

• Insert the SFP+ module into the SFP+ port.
• Plug a fiber patch cable into the SFP+ transceiver.
• Connect the other end of the fiber to the device for data communication.

Connecting the Management Ports

Connecting the Console Port

• Prepare a console cable.
• Insert the RJ45 connector of the console cable into the console port on the switch.
• Connect the DB9 female connector of the console cable to the serial port on the computer.

Configuring the Switch

Configuring the Switch Using the Web-based Interface

1. Connect your computer to the switch using an Ethernet cable and open a web browser.
2. Set the IP address of your computer to 192.168.0.x (where 'x' is a number from 2 to 254) and the subnet mask to 255.255.255.0.
3. Open a web browser and navigate to http://192.168.0.1.
4. Enter the default username and password (admin/admin) and click Sign-in to access the web-based configuration page.

Configuring the Switch Using the Console Port

1. Use the console cable to connect the switch's console port to your computer.
2. Launch terminal simulation software (e.g., Hyper Terminal) on your computer.
3. Configure the terminal emulation software parameters: 9600 bits per second, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, and no flow control.
4. Enter the default username and password (admin/admin).

Troubleshooting

Hardware Fault Analysis

1. Power and cooling systems: Check the power supply and fan.
2. Port, cable and connection: Verify the ports on the front panel and the connecting cables.

Faults Relative to Power and Cooling System

• Fan Check: When the power is ON, verify the fan is operating normally. If not, inspect the fan.
• Overheating: If the switch is too hot, ensure the air outlet and inlet are clean. Refer to section 2.3 "Requirements for Common Locations" for relevant operations.
• No Power: If the switch cannot be started and the PWR indicator is off, check the power source.

Faults Relative to Port, Cable and Connection

• Port Link Issue: If a switch port cannot be linked, check the cable connection and the peer connection's status.
• Power Issue: When the power is ON, check the power source and power cable.
• CLI Port Issue: If the CLI port is not working after system startup, verify the CLI port settings: baud rate of 9600 bps, eight data bits, no sum check bit, one stop bit, and no traffic control.

Support and Other Resources

• Contact us: https://www.qsfptek.com/company/contact-us.html
• Customer Success: https://www.qsfptek.com/resources/customer-success-stories
• Email: support@qsfptek.com

Product Warranty

QSFPTEK S5300 series switches are covered by a 5-year limited warranty. Customers are eligible for returns within 14 days and exchanges within 90 days of receipt.

For warranty application details, please contact QSFPTEK via live chat or email at sales@qsfptek.com.

Warranty Information:

• 5 Year Warranty
• 14-day Return Window