Activate and Verify the Extreme 9920
Connect to a Management Console
Configure the IP Address for the Management VLAN
After the Extreme 9920 is installed and powered on, use the instructions in the following topics to
activate and verify the device:
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Connect to a Management Console
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Configure the IP Address for the Management VLAN
Connect to a Management Console
Use a USB Type A cable to connect the USB console port to a laptop or PC to configure and monitor the
device. A Mini-B USB console serial port on the front panel can also be used for management functions.
The laptop or PC serves as the management console.
The default communication protocol settings for the serial console interface are:
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Baud rate: 115200 bps
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Data bits: 8
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Stop bit: 1
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Parity: None
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Flow control: None
A login prompt displays when the connection is initiated. Use the following default credentials to login:
username: admin
password: rocks
Note
There might be a delay of up to five minutes before the device is ready for login after
powering on or rebooting.
Configure the IP Address for the Management VLAN
You can configure the device's IP address for the management virtual LAN (VLAN).
Note
The management port is part of the mgmt VLAN. This VLAN membership cannot be changed.
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