OmniSwitch 6250 Series The Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch 6250 Series is a family of fixed configuration, Gigabit Ethernet, stackable LAN switches with advanced Layer 2 and basic routing capabilities designed for both the Enterprise and Metro markets. Refer to the Product Documentation Card for instructions on downloading additional hardware and software OmniSwitch documentation.
• net and VLAN configuration), Layer 3 information Describes the hardware and software procedures for (static routes), security options (authenticated getting an OmniSwitch 6250 Series switch up and VLANs), Quality of Service (QoS), and link running. aggregation. OmniSwitch 6250 Series Hardware Users Guide OmniSwitch Transceivers Guide •...
Unpacking Instructions Items Included Unpacking the Chassis Your OmniSwitch 6250 Series switch order may include the To protect your OmniSwitch chassis and hardware compo- following items: nents from electrostatic discharge (ESD) and physical damage, read all unpacking recommendations and instructions care- OmniSwitch 6250 Series chassis fully before beginning.
Depending on the model, there are three basic ways in which Once all OmniSwitch 6250 Series switches have been the OmniSwitch 6250 Series switches can be installed: removed from their packaging, continue to “Installation Options.”...
Note. For information on modifying these settings, refer to The console port, located on the chassis front panel, provides a the OmniSwitch 6250 Series Hardware Users Guide. serial connection to the switch and is required when logging into the switch for the first time. By default, this RJ-45 connector provides a DTE console connection.
If the LED states differ from the states shown in the table, refer to the OmniSwitch 6250 Series Hardware Users Guide The OmniSwitch 6250 Series switch does not use an on/off for more information. Contact Alcatel-Lucent Customer switch. The power cord is the switch’s only connect/discon- Support if the unexpected LED state persists.
Your First Login Session Logging in to the Switch Once the switch has successfully booted and you have accessed your computer’s terminal emulation software via the console port, you are ready to log in to the switch’s Command When you first log in to the switch, you will be prompted for a Line Interface (CLI) and configure basic information.
Switch followed by the CLI command prompt: Assigning an IP address to your OmniSwitch 6250 Series Welcome to the Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch 6250 Series switch is an important step in the setup process.
Unlocking Session Types Unlocking Specified Session Types Security is a key feature on OmniSwitch 6250 Series switches. You can also unlock session types on a one-by-one basis. For As a result, when you access the switch for the first time, you example, to unlock Telnet sessions only, enter the following must use a direct console port connection.
Note. Be sure to remember or securely record all new passwords; overriding configured passwords on OmniSwitch 6250 Series switches is restricted. New password settings are automatically saved in real time to the local user database; the user is not required to enter an additional command in order to save the password informa- tion.
Setting the System Time Zone To set the current date for the switch, enter system date, followed by the current date in mm/dd/yyyy. For example: The switch’s default time zone is UTC (also referred to as -> system date 06/27/2005 Greenwich Mean Time).
This completes the initial configuration process. Your To specify a system location, enter system location, followed OmniSwitch 6250 Series switch is now ready for additional by a text description. If you include spaces between words in configuration and network operation. Refer to the following...
Ensure there is proper IP connectivity between the PC and the OmniSwitch Open any Alcatel-Lucent supported Web browser. Browser Compatibility Enter the switch’s IP address in the browser’s The following Web browsers are recommended for use with “Address”...
Enter the user name and password at the login prompt. The Chassis Management home page provides a physical Remember, if you have already changed the user name and representation of the switch, as well as basic system informa- password for your switch, be sure to use the new information. tion.
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Refine your navigation by selecting “Configuration Options” for each group from the items displayed in the grey, horizontal navigation bar. “Configuration Options” Toolbar. (In this case, the option Main “Configuration “Device” has been selected.) Group” Toolbar. (In this case, the group “Health”...
Online Help Additional Information General online help is available through the main Help link For more information on using WebView, refer to the “Using located in the top WebView banner. WebView” chapter in the OmniSwitch 6250 Switch Manage- ment Guide. General Help Link Detailed, context-based help is provided for each status table and configuration dialog window.
Troubleshooting WebView The WebView login screen does not display. This suggests either a physical or network connection issue. Try the following options: Be sure your computer has a valid Ethernet connection • and has IP connectivity to the switch. Verify that all required WebView image files are •...