Element

Description

COM

A serial (RS-232) console port used for connecting to the appliance console. The console can be used for advanced troubleshooting and maintenance operations.

USB

Four USB 2.0 ports used for connecting USB drives.

Note that you can connect more than four USB drives, by connecting a powered USB hub. Be sure to use a powered hub, in order to avoid exceeding the power capacity of the USB ports.

LAN1/LAN2

Two Ethernet ports used for connecting the appliance to your Ethernet LAN switch or router.

Connect the Ethernet cables provided in the appliance package to these ports. To use both ports in parallel, configure link aggregation, as described in Enabling/Disabling Link Aggregation.

For best performance, use a Gigabit-capable Ethernet switch.

Power switch

A switch used for turning the appliance on and off and resetting it.

Fan grille

Do not cover or obstruct the fan grille as it is needed for proper cooling of your appliance.

AC power input socket

A socket used for supplying power to the appliance.

Connect the power supply cable provided in the appliance package to this socket.

Power supply

The appliance's power supply.