DrayTek VigorSwitch Q2121x L2 Managed Switch User Guide

: June 9, 2024
: DrayTek

Table of Contents

DrayTek VigorSwitch Q2121x L2 Managed Switch
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Information
Safety Instructions and Approval
Warranty
EU Declaration of Conformity
Product Usage Instructions
Regulatory Information
Package Content
Panel Explanation
Hardware Installation
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

DrayTek VigorSwitch Q2121x L2 Managed Switch

Product Information
The VigorSwitch Q2121x is a L2+ managed switch with firmware version V2.8.1. It has 8 ports of 2.5G and 4 ports of 10G SFP+up-link switch. The product is manufactured by DrayTek Corp., located at No. 26, Fushing Rd., Hukou, Hsinchu Industrial Park, Hsinchu 303, Taiwan.

Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Information

The following trademarks are used in this document: Microsoft, Windows 8, 10, 11, and Explorer are trademarks of Microsoft Corp. Apple and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. Other products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective manufacturers.

Safety Instructions and Approval

Before setting up the switch, read the installation guide thoroughly. The switch is a complicated electronic unit that should only be repaired by authorized and qualified personnel. Do not try to open or repair the switch yourself. Do not place the switch in a damp or humid place, such as a bathroom. The switch should be used in a sheltered area within a temperature range of +0 to +45 Celsius. Do not expose the switch to direct sunlight or other heat sources. The housing and electronic components may be damaged by direct sunlight or heat sources. Do not deploy the cable for LAN connection outdoors to prevent electronic shock hazards. Keep the package out of reach of children. When you want to dispose of the switch, please follow local regulations on the conservation of the environment.

Read the installation guide thoroughly before you set up the switch.
The switch is a complicated electronic unit that may be repaired only be authorized and qualified personnel. Do not try to open or repair the switch yourself.
Do not place the switch in a damp or humid place, e.g. a bathroom.
The switch should be used in a sheltered area, within a temperature range of +0 to +45 Celsius.
Do not expose the switch to direct sunlight or other heat sources. The housing and electronic components may be damaged by direct sunlight or heat sources.
Do not deploy the cable for LAN connection outdoor to prevent electronic shock hazards.
Keep the package out of reach of children.
When you want to dispose of the switch, please follow local regulations on conservation of the environment.

Warranty

The product has a warranty provided by the manufacturer.
We warrant to the original end user (purchaser) that the switch will be free from any defects in workmanship or materials for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase from the dealer. Please keep your purchase receipt in a safe place as it serves as proof of date of purchase. During the warranty period, and upon proof of purchase, should the product have indications of failure due to faulty workmanship and/or materials, we will, at our discretion, repair or replace the defective products or components, without charge for either parts or labor, to whatever extent we deem necessary tore- store the product to proper operating condition. Any replacement will consist of a new or re-manufactured functionally equivalent product of equal value, and will be offered solely at our discretion. This warranty will not apply if the product is modified, misused, tampered with, damaged by an act of God, or subjected to abnormal working conditions. The warranty does not cover the bundled or licensed software of other vendors. Defects which do not significantly affect the usability of the product will not be covered by the warranty. We reserve the right to revise the manual and online documentation and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes.

EU Declaration of Conformity

DrayTek Corp. declares under its sole responsibility that the product, VigorSwitch Q2121x, is in conformity with the relevant Union harmonization legislation: EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU, and RoHS 2011/65/EU with reference to the following standards:

EN 55032
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
EN 55035
EN 62368-1
EN IEC63000:2018

Product Usage Instructions

To set up the VigorSwitch Q2121x, follow the installation guide provided with the product. Ensure that the switch is placed in a sheltered area within a temperature range of +0 to +45 Celsius and is not exposed to direct sunlight or other heat sources. Do not deploy the cable for LAN connection outdoors to prevent electronic shock hazards. If you encounter any issues with the switch, do not try to open or repair it yourself. Contact authorized and qualified personnel for repair. When disposing of the switch, follow local regulations on the conservation of the environment.

Regulatory Information

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device may accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Be a Registered Owner
Web registration is preferred. You can register your Vigor switch via https://myvigor.draytek.com.

Firmware & Tools Updates
Due to the continuous evolution of DrayTek technology, all switches will be regularly upgraded. Please consult the DrayTek website for more information on newest firmware, tools and documents. https://www.draytek.com

Package Content

The type of the power cord depends on the country that the switch will be installed.

If any of these items is found missing or damaged, please contact your local supplier for replacement.

Panel Explanation

LED Status Explanation

Monitor

| On (Red)| An alert for system failure due to overheating or wrong voltage.
Off| The device is in normal condition and running normally.

SYS

| On (Green)| The switch finishes system booting and the system is ready.
Blinking (Green)| The switch is powered on and starts system booting.
Off| The power is off or the system is not ready / malfunctioning.

PWR

| On (Green)| The device is powered on and running normally.
Off| The device is not ready or is failed.

Port 1 ~ 8 (2.5GbE RJ45)

| On (Green)| The device is connected with 2500Mbps.
On (Amber)| The device is connected with 10/100/1000Mbps.
Blinking| The system is sending or receiving data through the port.
Off| The port is disconnected or the link is failed.

Port 9 ~ 12 (SFP+)

| On (Blue)| The device is connected with 10Gbps.
On (Amber)| The device is connected with 1000Mbps.
Blinking| The system is sending or receiving data through the port.
Off| The port is disconnected or the link is failed.
Interface Description
RST| Factory reset button.

Press it to reboot the system. (<5 seconds)

	Press it to reset the system with factory default settings. (5~20 seconds)
Port 1 ~ 8 (2.5GbE RJ45)	Used for Ethernet connection (10/100/1000/2500Mbps).
Port 9 ~ 12 (SFP+)	Port 9 to Port 12 are used for fiber connection.
Console	Used to perform telnet command control.
Power inlet for AC input (100~240V/AC, 50/60Hz).

Hardware Installation

This section will guide you to install the switch through a hardware connection and configure the switch’s settings through web browser.
Before starting to configure the switch, you have to connect your devices correctly.

Network Connection
Before starting to configure the switch, you have to connect your devices correctly.
Use the Ethernet cable(s) to connect Non-PoE devices to the Vigor switch.
All device ports are in the same local area network.

Rack-Mounted Installation
The switch can be installed easily by using a rack mount kit.

Fasten the rack mount kit on both sides of the VigorSwitch using specific screws.
Then, install the VigorSwitch (with rack mount kit) on the 19-inch chassis by using the other four screws.

Wall-Mounted Installation

Choose a flat surface (on the wall) that is suitable for placing the switch. Make the screw holes on the short side of the bracket aim at the screw holes on the switch. Next, fasten both the bracket and the switch with two screws; and fasten both the wall and the bracket with another two screws. Refer to the following figure.
Then, continue to fasten the screws on the other side of the switch and the wall with other screws.
When you finished the procedure, the switch has been mounted on the wall firmly.

Desktop Installation

Install the switch on a level surface that can support the weight of the unit and the relevant components.
Put rubber pads between the unit and the surface.
Plug the switch with the female end of the provided power cord and plug the male end to the power outlet.

Software Configuration

Before using the switch, perform the following steps:

Set up a physical path between the configured switch and a PC by a qualified UTP Cat. 5e cable with RJ-45 connector.
If a PC directly connects to the switch, you have to setup the same subnet mask for PC and the switch. The default values of the managed switch are listed as follows:IP Address| 192.168.1.224
---|---
Subnet Mask| 255.255.255.0
DHCP Client| Enabled (On)
Username| admin
Password| admin
After configuring correct IP address on your PC, open your web browser and access the switch’s IP address.
The home page of VigorSwitch Q2121x will be shown as below:

Customer Installation
If the switch cannot work correctly after trying many efforts, please contact your dealer for further help right away. For any questions, please feel free to send e-mail to support@draytek.com.

GPL Notice
This DrayTek product uses software partially or completely licensed under the terms of the GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE. The author of the software does not provide any warranty. A Limited Warranty is offered on DrayTek products. This Limited Warranty does not cover any software applications or programs.
To download source codes please visit: http://gplsource.draytek.com

GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE:
https://gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0
Version 2, June 1991
For any question, please feel free to contact DrayTek technical support at support@draytek.com for further information.