
D-Link DHS-3224V Switch User’s Guide
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Switch Components
This chapter describes the front panel, rear panel, side panels, optional plug-in modules, and LED indicators of
the DHS-3224V.
Front Panel
The front panel of the Switch consists of LED indicators, an RS-232 communication port, and an RJ-21 port for
connection to the SPT48JA Splitter.
Figure 3-1. Front panel view of the Switch
• Comprehensive LED indicators display the status of the Switch and the network (see the LED Indicators
section below).
• An RS-232 DCE console port for setting up and managing the Switch via a connection to a console
terminal or PC using a terminal emulation program.
• A VDSL RJ-21 port for connection to a DSL Splitter (SP-24)
Rear Panel
The rear panel of the Switch contains an AC power connector and the VDSL Uplink module.
Figure 3-2. Rear panel view of the Switch
• The AC power connector is a standard three-pronged connector that supports the power cord.
• 10/100 BASE-TX module used for uplinking to the Ethernet backbone.