Chapter 3
Switch management
This chapter explains the methods that can be used to configure management access
to the PoE web smart switch. It describes the types of management applications and
the communication and management protocols that deliver data between the
management device (workstation or personal computer) and the system. It also
contains information about port connection options.
Requirements
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Workstations must have Windows XP or later, Mac OS9 or later, Linux, UNIX , or
other platforms compatible with TCP/IP protocols.
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Workstations must have an Ethernet NIC (Network Interface Card) installed.
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Serial Port connection (Terminal). The workstation must have a COM Port (DB9 /
RS-232) or USB-to-RS-232 converter.
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Ethernet port connection. Use standard network (UTP) cables with RJ45
connectors.
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Workstations must have a web browser and Java runtime environment plug-in
installed.
Note:
We recommend the use of Internet Explorer 11.0 or later to access the managed
switch.
Management access overview
The PoE web smart switch provides the flexibility to access and manage it using any or
all of the following methods:
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Web browser interface
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An external SNMP-based network management application
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