Assigning An Ip Address - Cabletron Systems DIGITAL VNswitch 900CG Installation And Configuration Manual

Assigning an IP Address

Assigning an IP Address

After installing the module in a DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 chassis, and connecting
the cables, you need to assign an IP address. Do this using one of the following
methods:
•
A Telnet session to access the command line interface
•
Through the command line interface, which is accessed through a terminal
connected to the setup port on the MultiSwitch 900 chassis
•
Through clearVISN MultiChassis Manager
To perform a Telnet session, you must assign an IP address. To do this, complete the
following steps:
Step
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5-2 Configuring the Module in a DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900
Action
Install the module into a slot on the DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900.
Redirect the DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 Chassis Manager setup port to
the VNswitch 900CG slot.
Select the IP Configuration option from the menu.
Set the in-band IP address.
Set the default gateway, if necessary.
Return to the VNswitch 900CG INSTALLATION MENU and select
[2] Restart with Current Settings.
Open a Telnet session into the module from the management station for
further configuration. The system displays copyright statements and the
following prompt:
MOS Operator Control
*
After the system prompt (*) appears, refer to the DIGITAL VNswitch 900
Series Switch Management for further configuration information.