Frequently Asked Questions


Configure your Cisco switch so that it properly works with Thinlabs Power over Ethernet (PoE) Computers (including, but not limited to,TL2530P, TL2640P, TL7600P, TL8510P, TL8610P models)..

Summary

  1. enable
  2. configure terminal
  3. interface interface-id
  4. power inline {auto [max max-wattage] | never | static [max max-wattage]}
  5. end
  6. show power inline [interface-id | module switch-number]
  7. copy running-config startup-config

Detailed Instructions

      Command or Action Purpose
    1 enable 

    Example:
    Switch> enable
    

    Enables privileged EXEC mode - enter your password if prompted.

     

    2 configure terminal 

    Example:
    Switch# configure terminal 

    Enters global configuration mode.

    3 interface interface-id 

    Example:
    Switch(config)# interface gigabitethernet2/0/1 

    Specifies the physical port to be configured, and enters interface configuration mode.

    4 power inline {auto [max max-wattage] | never |static [max max-wattage]} 

    Example:
    Switch(config-if)# power inline auto 

    Configures the PoE mode on the port.  Keywords and meanings:

    •  

      auto - Enables powered-device detection; if enough power is available, automatically allocates power to the PoE port after device detection (default setting).

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      max max-wattage - limits the power allowed on the port; if no value is specified, the maximum is allowed.

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      max max-wattage - limits the power allowed on the port; range is 4000 to 30000 mW; if no value is specified, the maximum is allowed.

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      never - disables device detection, and disable power to the port.

    Note:

    If a port has a Cisco powered device connected to it, do not use the power inline never command to configure the port. A false link-up can occur, placing the port into the error-disabled state.

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      static - Enables powered-device detection; pre-allocate (reserve) power for a port before the switch discovers the powered device; the switch reserves power for this port even when no device is connected and guarantees that power will be provided upon device detection.

    The switch allocates power to a port configured in static mode before it allocates power to a port configured in auto mode.

    5 end 

    Example:
    Switch(config-if)# end

    Returns to privileged EXEC mode.

    6 show power inline [interface-id | module switch-number] 

    Example:
    Switch# show power inline 

    Displays PoE status for a switch or a switch stack, for the specified interface, or for a specified stack member.

    The module switch-number keywords are supported only on stacking-capable switches.

    7 copy running-config startup-config 

    Example:
    Switch# copy running-config startup-config
    

    (Optional) saves your entries in the configuration file.


    Click here for more detailed information on configuration of Cisco Catalyst IOS switches.

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    Add the following lines to your Cisco Meraki or HP PoE Switch configuration so that it properly works with Thinlabs Power over Ethernet (PoE) Computers (including, but not limited to,TL2530P, TL2640P, TL7600P, TL8510P, TL8610P models)..

    • Disable LLDP Snooping
    • Ensure the port is set to deliver 30W or higher

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    Press 'DEL' to enter BIOS and 'F4' to exit BIOS on TL2300, TL2420, TL2440, TL8500, TL8600, TL8620 models.

    Press 'DEL' to enter BIOS and 'F10' to exit BIOS on TL2530, TL2640, TL8510, TL8610 models.

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    Models Affected: TL2530, TL2640, TL8510, TL8610

    Systems manufactured prior to December 2018 may require a firmware upgrade.

    Please download the following file (rename to .ZIP after downloading) and follow the instructions in the README file.


    Models Affected: TL2530, TL2640, TL8510, TL8610

    Systems manufactured prior to December 2018 may require a firmware upgrade.

    Please download the following file (rename to .ZIP after downloading) and follow the instructions in the README file.


    Thinlabs Dual Monitor PoE Computers (TL2530D, TL2700D models) have a built in delay - the second monitor turns on about a minute after the computer is booted.


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    Thinlabs Dual Screen PoE Computer models affected:  TL2530D, TL2700D

    There are two cables connecting the primary computer and secondary monitor.  Make sure that both the male-to-male cable and HDMI cable are firmly connected to the DC-In and HDMI ports of the computer monitor, respectively.


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    Models affected:  TL2530, TL2640, TL8510, TL8610

    (1) Uninstall Current AMD Driver
     
    - Select Settings --> Add or Remove Programs
    - Highlight AMD Software
    - select Uninstall --> Uninstall --> Yes
    - Click 'Restart Now' when done
      Device will restart.
     
    (2) New AMD Software Install with AMD Updates Disabled
     
    - Start an internet browser.
    - Go to https://tdrive.li/qVy (copy internet link and paste)
    - click 'Download' and then 'Save' (internet browser can be closed)
    - Run the installation file
    - click 'Install' (this may take several minutes)
    - click 'Express Install'
    - When option to install 'Radeon Relive' appears, click 'Skip'
    - Be sure 'Keep system up to date' is unchecked, and click 'Restart now'
      Device will restart.
     
    (3) Ensure Scheduled Tasks is Cleared
    - go to Control Panel --> Administrative Tools --> Task Scheduler
    - be sure there is no task installed for AMD updates
      Close any open windows - device is ready to use.
     
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