ZYXEL XGS1210-12 Quick Start Guide

Product Overview

The ZYXEL XGS1210-12 is a 12-port web-managed multi-gigabit switch featuring 2 ports capable of 2.5 Gbps and 2 ports with 10 Gbps SFP+ connectivity. It is designed for efficient network management and high-speed data transmission.

Hardware Installation

Device Layout

Front Panel: Features 12 Ethernet ports. Ports 1-8 support 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds. Ports 9-10 support 2.5 Gbps speeds. Ports 11-12 are SFP+ ports supporting 10 Gbps speeds.

Back Panel: Includes a DC 12V power input connector and a reset button.

Package Contents

ZYXEL XGS1210-12 Switch
International Power Adapter
Quick Start Guide (QSG)
Declaration of Conformity
Safety Warnings

Initial Setup

Connecting to Power and Network

1. Connect the switch to an appropriate power source (DC 12V). ?

2. Connect the switch to a modem or router that has internet access. ?

Managing Your Device

Option A: Configure with a Dynamically Assigned IP (DHCP)

This method uses the Zyxel ONE Network (ZON) utility to discover the switch on a network with a DHCP server.

Connect the switch and your computer to the same network that has a DHCP server.
Download and run the Zyxel ONE Network Utility (ZON).
Use the ZON utility to discover the switch. Select the switch and click the Web GUI icon to access its web configurator.

The switch will receive an IP address from the DHCP server. The default IP address for the switch is 192.168.1.3.

Option B: Configure the Switch with a Static IP

This method involves connecting your computer directly to the switch and accessing its web interface.

Connect your computer to the switch using an Ethernet cable. Ensure your computer has an IP address in the same subnet as the switch (e.g., 192.168.1.4 to 192.168.1.254 if the switch's default IP is 192.168.1.3). ? ↔️ ?
Launch your web browser and navigate to the switch's default IP address: http://192.168.1.3.
Enter the default password: 1234. Click SIGN IN. ?

LED Indicators

LED	Color	Status	Description
PWR/SYS	Green	On	Power on.
PWR/SYS	Green	Blinking	Starting up.
PWR/SYS	Off	Switch off.
Ports 1-8 LINK/ACT	Green	On	1000 Mbps connection ready.
	Green	Blinking	Data transmitting.
	Amber	On	10/100 Mbps connection ready.
	Amber	Blinking	Data transmitting.
Ports 1-8 LINK/ACT	Off	No Connection.
Ports 9-10 (Left LED)	Skye Blue	On	2.5 Gbps Connection Ready.
Ports 9-10 (Left LED)	Skye Blue	Blinking	Data transmitting.
Ports 9-10 (Right LED)	Green	On	1000 Mbps connection ready.
Ports 9-10 (Right LED)	Green	Blinking	Data transmitting.
Ports 11-12 (Left LED)	Blue	On	10 Gbps Connection Ready.
Ports 11-12 (Left LED)	Blue	Blinking	Data transmitting.
Ports 11-12 (Right LED)	Green	On	1000 Mbps connection ready.
Ports 11-12 (Right LED)	Green	Blinking	Data transmitting.

Troubleshooting

Cannot See or Access Login Screen

Verify the IP address (default 192.168.1.3), computer's subnet, and password (default 1234). Reset to factory defaults if password is lost.

Loop Detected

A network loop can occur from incorrect cabling. Loop Prevention is enabled by default and blocks affected ports. Disconnect and recheck network connections to resolve. Port status can be checked in the Web Configurator (System).

Support Information

For more details, consult the User's Guide at www.zyxel.com.

USA

Phone: +1 800 255 4101

Email: support@zyxel.com

EU

Website: https://support.zyxel.eu

EU Importer

Zyxel Communications A/S, Gladsaxevej 378, 2. th. 2860 Søborg, Denmark. Website: https://www.zyxel.com/dk/da/

US Importer

Zyxel Communications, Inc, 1130 North Miller Street Anaheim, CA 92806-2001. Website: https://www.zyxel.com/us/en/

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