ECS2512
Cloud Managed 8-Port Multi-Gigabit 2.5 Gb Switch with 4 x SFP+ Uplink Ports (ECS2512)
Introduction
This Quick Start Guide is designed to guide you through the installation of the CloudSwitch MGPlus 8, model ECS2512, including hardware installation and configuration.
CloudSwitch MGPlus 8
Package Contents
System Requirements
Web Browser:
Google Chrome (57.0.2987.110 and later)
Microsoft Edge (80.0.361.103 and later)
Mozilla Firefox (52.0 and later)
Hardware Overview
Front Panel - Ports & Buttons
Front Panel - System & Ports LEDs
Hardware Installation
The ECS2512 can be installed on the rack. Please perform the steps to install:
Rack Mount
Attach the Mounting Brackets as below and fasten the brackets using the eight Bracket Screws.
2. Secure the Mounting Brackets to the rack using the Mounting Screws.
Power On Device
Connect the Power Cord to the back of the Switch, and then plug the Power Cord into the power outlet.
Management Plane
EnGenius Cloud To-Go provides flexibility to manage your devices based on your network planning and deployment.
Option A: Cloud Management
Option B: Standalone Configuration
Cloud Management
Manage and monitor the switch through the EnGenius Cloud To-Go with a mobile app or through the web portal.
EnGenius Cloud To-Go (iOS/Android)
⬇️ Download the Cloud To-Go mobile app here
Standalone Configuration
You can locate the computer, connect to the same network (subnet) as the switch and use the web browser to access the device's local web GUI page for configurations whenever the device is in Standalone mode.
Option A: Configure with EnGenius Cloud
Step1: Register Device
You can register the device either by Cloud To-Go mobile app or the EnGenius Cloud platform.
Cloud To-Go Mobile App
You can register the switch with the Cloud To-Go app.
Open and log in to the EnGenius Cloud To-Go mobile app.
Scan the QR code on the back of the device via the app.
3. If the camera successfully scans a QR code, the app will display the Device Information. You could tap "Register" to complete the Registration.
4. Registered devices will be shown on the Inventory&License page. Slide left the device and click "Add to Network" add the device to your personalized Network.
EnGenius Cloud Platform
Login into the EnGenius Cloud Platform: https://cloud.engenius.ai/
Go to the home > Inventory page and click "Register Device".
Enter the Serial Number of the device(s) for device registration. Please refer to "User Manual-Registering Devices to Organization".
4. Select the registered device and click "Assign to Network" to add the device to your personalized Network.
Step 2: Connect to EnGenius Cloud
Connect an Ethernet cable from your DHCP-enabled network to any port of EnGenius Cloud Switch.
EnGenius Cloud Connected
Once the device is powered on and ready to connect to the Internet, It will automatically download the default configuration settings from EnGenius Cloud for automated provisioning.
Step 3: Manage with the EnGenius Cloud
Log in to the EnGenius Cloud Platform to configure detailed settings. For more information, please refer to User Manual.
Troubleshooting
If your Switch cannot be managed by the EnGenius Cloud Platform, there might be a problem with connecting to EnGenius Cloud.
To troubleshoot the connection issue, you may log in to the Switch Local Web page:
Make sure that your computer is on the same subnet with the switch (192.168.0.0/24) and directly connect to it with an RJ-45 cable.
Under your web browser, enter the URL: http://192.168.0.239 to access the Switch's local web interface.
You can review the device status after logging into the Switch with the default admin account/password (admin/password).
Check the information on the Dashboard and take action if necessary.
Change IP Assignment Settings
By default, the EnGenius Cloud Switch (ECS series) is assigned an IP address dynamically by the DHCP server. If you encounter issues with IP address assignment, please double-check the IP setting, including IP address, subnet mask, gateway, DNS, and management VLAN. If the issue still exists, you may change your IP assignment from "DHCP " to "Static" via the following procedure.
Go to the Configure> System Settings> IP Address Settings section.
Change Configuration setting to "Static".
Configure the IP address, gateway, subnet mask, and DNS settings.
Reconnect this Switch to the LAN network and try again
Option B: Standalone Configuration
Step 1: Access to Local Web
Connect your computer to the switch and ensure its IP address is in the same subnet.
2. Launch your web browser and enter the URL: http://192.168.0.239 to access the switch's local web GUI.
3. Use the default login credential (ID/PWD: admin/password) to log in to the switch's local web page.
Step 2: Configure and Manage the Device
After logging in to the device's local web page, navigate to the left-side menu to configure and manage the switch accordingly.
How to Change Management Mode?
EnGenius Cloud devices support versatile network management methods, but the device can only be managed under one management mode, either Cloud To-Go app or Standalone. Therefore, you need to reset the device before changing to a different management mode, followed by QSG instructions for onboarding the device.
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