Changed Functionality In This Release - Dell PowerConnect M8428-k Release Notes

Changed Functionality in this Release

This section contains commentary on significant differences from previous releases of firmware on PowerConnect
switches, e.g. the PCM6348/PCM6220/PCM8024/PC8024/PC8024F switches. Dell PowerConnect series switches
closely conform to networking industry standard operational capabilities and administrative interfaces. The differences
below should be studied carefully as attempting to configure or operate the PowerConnect switches in the same manner
as for previous releases of firmware for PowerConnect PCM6348/PCM6220/PCM8024/PC8024/PC8024F switches
may lead to unexpected results.
 New Web Interface
The Web interface has been enhanced with new navigation feature for ease of use.
 CLI Syntax Changes
The CLI has changed significantly to be compatible with the PowerConnect switch standard CLI. Configurations for
previous releases may not be compatible with this release and may need to be updated.
 Unit/Slot/Port Naming Conventions
In-band interfaces are named based on stack unit, slot, and port. Units range from 1-12. Slots range from 0-2. Ports
range from 1-48. Rear panel slots are number 1 and 2. Front panel ports belong to slot 0.
The service port is addressed using the out-of-band keyword.
 Management VLAN Deprecated
The PowerConnect series switches do not have an in-band management VLAN by default. Administrators can
designate a VLAN for support of in-band management operations.
 All Interfaces Default to VLAN 1
By default, all in-band interfaces are members of VLAN 1. The operator may exclude ports from VLAN 1 via
configuration.
 Routing Supported on VLANs Only
Routing is only supported on VLAN interfaces. Routing may not be configured on a physical interface.
 Assigning IP Address Enables Routing
Assigning an IP address to a VLAN enables routing on the VLAN.
 Service/Out-of-band Ethernet Port Defaults to DHCP Addressing
By default, the service/out-of-band Ethernet port will attempt to obtain an address via DHCP.
NOTE: It is recommended that administrators attach the service/out-of-
band Ethernet port to a physically separate network for out-of-band
network management. The service port does not offer routing or
switching capabilities nor does it offer enhanced protection from DOS
attacks. Configure a VLAN on one or more in-band interfaces for
management of PowerConnect switches over the operational network.
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System Firmware Version 4.1.0.6