Network With A Dhcp Server - NETGEAR FS728TP Software Administration Manual

FS728TP Smart Switch Software Administration Manual
Table 1-1. Switch Management Methods
Management Method
SmartWizard Discovery utility
Web browser interface
For a more detailed discussion of the SmartWizard Discovery utility, continue with this section:

"Network with a DHCP Server"

of the Web Browser Interface, see
Network with a DHCP Server
To install the switch in a network with a DHCP server, proceed as follows:
1. Connect the FS728TP Smart Switch to a DHCP network.
2. Power on the switch by connecting its AC-DC power adapter.
3. Install the SmartWizard Discovery utility, located on the switch installation CD, on your
computer.
4. Start the SmartWizard Discovery utility.
5. Click Discover for the SmartWizard Discovery utility to find your FS728TP 10/100 PoE
Smart Switch with Gigabit Ports. You should see a screen similar to that shown below.
Getting Started with Switch Management
Features
No IP address or subnet mask setup needed
Discover all switches on the network
User-friendly interface under Microsoft Windows
Firmware upgrade capability
Password change feature
Provides entry to web configuration of switch
Password protection
Ideal for configuring the switch remotely
Compatible with Internet Explorer and Netscape Navigator on any platform
Extensive switch configuration possible
Configuration backup and restore
Can be accessed from any location via the switch's IP address
Intuitive browser interface
Most visually appealing
or "Network without a DHCP
Chapter 2, "Introduction to the Web Browser
v1.1, September 2009
Server". For a detailed discussion
Interface".
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