Black Box LGB5000 Ethernet Switch

The Black Box LGB5000 Ethernet Switch is a premium solution designed to optimize your network performance while ensuring advanced security features and energy efficiency. Perfect for businesses seeking to enhance their network management capabilities, the LGB5000 delivers reliable connectivity for all devices connected within your network. With its extensive features, this switch simplifies network management while enhancing security, making it ideal for modern networking needs.

• Fully Manageable Switch: The LGB5000 offers complete management capabilities supporting SNMP versions 1, 2c, and 3. Its embedded RMON software agents provide comprehensive monitoring and analysis through history, statistics, alarms, and events, allowing you to maintain optimal network performance.
• Web-Based Management: Featuring an integral web server, the LGB5000 enables easy and efficient web-based management through a user-friendly graphical interface. This dashboard streamlines switch configuration, system monitoring, and maintenance tasks, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency.
• Advanced VLAN and QoS Support: The switch supports up to four simultaneous VLANs, allowing for effective traffic segmentation. It includes various methods for VLAN management such as port-based, 802.1Q tag-based, and MAC-based VLANs. Its 802.1p Layer 2 Quality of Service (QoS) prioritizes critical applications like VoIP and video for optimal performance.
• Robust Security Features: The LGB5000 is equipped with enterprise-class security measures, including 802.1X port-based network access control for device authentication. It also supports SNMPv3 cryptographic security, SSH, and SSL, ensuring that your network data remains secure against unauthorized access.
• Energy Efficient Design: Designed with energy efficiency in mind, the Ethernet switch employs IEEE 802.3az energy-efficient Ethernet technology, reducing power consumption by up to 50% during low data activity periods. Additionally, the cable length detection feature adjusts signal strength based on cable length to minimize energy costs further.

Technical Details of the Black Box LGB5000 Ethernet Switch

• Model: Black Box LGB5000 Ethernet Switch
• Port Configuration:
  • LGB5028A-R2: 24 x 10/100/1000BASE-T UTP ports, 4 x SFP+ ports (1/10 Gbps)
  • LGB5052A: 44 x 10/100/1000BASE-T UTP ports, 4 x dual-media UTP/SFP ports, 4 x SFP+ ports (1/10 Gbps)
• Management: Full SNMP management, web-based management, and console port access
• Security: 802.1X, SNMPv3, SSH, SSL
• Power Saving: IEEE 802.3az energy-efficient Ethernet, cable length detection

How to Install the Black Box LGB5000 Ethernet Switch

Installing the Black Box LGB5000 Ethernet Switch is a straightforward process. Follow these easy steps for a successful installation:

1. Unbox the switch and carefully place it on a stable surface or mount it in a rack.
2. Connect the switch to a power source using the provided power cord.
3. Using Ethernet cables, connect your network devices (computers, printers, etc.) to the switch's UTP ports.
4. For devices requiring SFP connections, insert the appropriate SFP modules into the SFP+ ports.
5. Power on the switch and wait for the LED indicators to display the connectivity status.
6. Access the switch’s web interface by entering its IP address in a web browser to begin configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the maximum power saving feature of the LGB5000? The LGB5000 can save up to 50% energy during periods of low data activity thanks to its IEEE 802.3az energy-efficient Ethernet feature.
• Can I manage the switch remotely? Yes, the switch supports web-based management, allowing you to configure and monitor the network remotely through its user-friendly GUI interface.
• How does the VLAN support work? The switch supports up to four simultaneous VLANs through various methods (port-based, 802.1Q tag-based, and MAC-based), which help in segmenting network traffic efficiently.
• What security features are included? Key security features include 802.1X port-based network access control, SNMPv3 cryptographic security, SSH, and SSL, which protect your network from unauthorized access.
• How do I reset the switch to factory settings? To reset the switch, locate the reset button on the device, press and hold it for a few seconds until the status LEDs indicate that the reset has been completed.