3: Configuring The Switch; Overview - HP J3245A Installation And Configuration Manual

Configuring the Switch

Overview

This chapter provides an overview of the Switch 800T configuration features.
In its factory default configuration, the Switch 800T automatically operates as
a multiport learning bridge with network connectivity provided by the
particular modules that you have installed. However, to "fine-tune" your
switch for the specific performance and security needs in your network, you
may choose to reconfigure certain switch parameters.
Configuration Features. The Switch 800T enables you to configure the
following switch features. For information on individual configuration
parameters, use the online Help provided with each configuration screen in
the console user interface.
System (page 3-5)
Ports (page 3-6)
IPX Service (page 3-7)
Internet (IP) Service (page 3-9)
SNMP Communities (page 3-13)
Trap Receivers (page 3-15)
IP Multicast (IGMP) Service (page 3-12)
Serial Link (page 3-16)
Console (page 3-17)
Spanning Tree (page 3-21)
Traffic/Security Filters (page 3-22)
Virtual LAN (VLAN) (page 3-11)
Network Monitoring Port (page 3-18)
Automatic Broadcast Control (ABC) (page 3-23)
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