Figure 1. Physical features of Cisco IE-4010-4S24P switch
| Callout | Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LEDs | Monitors switch activity and performance. |
| 2 | Express Setup button | Use to start the express setup process, which is not described in this guide. |
| 3 | 10/100/1000 Mbits/sec Power over Ethernet (PoE+) Ethernet Ports | Dual-purpose ports, for use as uplink or network access ports, with PoE/PoE+ support for devices. Use Cat5e cable or newer. |
| 4 | Alarm port | Four alarm inputs and one alarm output for integrating hardware alarms. |
| 5 | USB Mini-Type B console port | Use to connect the switch to a terminal server. To use this port, download the Cisco Windows USB device driver on to the switch and the server. Use only the 5-pin USB mini-type B. Other type B connectors are not compatible with the switch. Use a small Phillip screwdriver to loosen the cover. |
| 6 | Power input terminal | Screw terminals for the AC and DC power connections. The switch supports up to two power supplies. |
| 7 | SD Card Slot | Allows you to replace a failed switch without reconfiguring the switch. Cisco recommends using a ruggedized 1GB Class 6 SD card. Use a small Phillip screwdriver to loosen the cover. |
| 8 | Display Mode button | Use to choose the mode the port LEDs display. |
| 9 | 100/1000 Mbits/sec SFP ports | Connections for other devices and downlink interfaces. SFP modules have local connectors for fiber-optic connections or RJ-45 connectors. |
| 10 | RJ-45 serial console port | Use to connect the switch to a terminal server. To use this port, download the vendor specific Windows USB device driver to match the USB-to-Serial converter that you use, and install it on your laptop. Requires a USB to RJ45 cable such as the Cisco RJ-45-to-DB-9 female cable connected to a DB-9 male-to-USB cable. |