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Chapter 2 Switch Installation
Where to Go Next
Where to Go Next
If the default configuration is satisfactory, the switch module does not need further configuration. You
can use any of these management options to change the default configuration:
•
Using the Device Manager
Access the device manager through a web browser from anywhere in your network. Follow
these steps:
a.
Launch a web browser on your PC or workstation.
b.
Enter the switch module IP address in the web browser, and press
Enter
. The device manager
page appears.
c.
Use the device manager to perform basic switch module configuration and monitoring. Refer to
the device manager online help for more information.
•
Using the CLI
The switch module CLI is based on Cisco IOS software and enhanced to support desktop-switching
features. You can fully configure and monitor the switch module from the CLI. You can access the
CLI either by connecting your management station directly to the switch module console port or by
using Telnet from a remote management station. Refer to the switch module command reference on
Cisco.com for more information.
•
Using SNMP
You can use SNMP management applications such as CiscoWorks Small Network Management
Solution (SNMS) to configure and manage the switch module. You also can manage it from an
SNMP-compatible workstation that is running platforms such as HP OpenView or SunNet Manager.
Table 2-1
Recommended Ethernet Cables (When Auto-MDIX is Disabled)
Device
Crossover Cable
1
1.
100BASE-TX and 1000BASE-T traffic requires twisted four-pair, Category 5, Category 5e, or
Category 6 cable. 10BASE-T traffic can use Category 3 or Category 4 cable.
Straight-Through Cable
1
Switch to switch
Yes
No
Switch to hub
Yes
No
Switch to computer or server
No
Yes
Switch to router
No
Yes
Switch to IP phone
No
Yes