Command-Line Interface Documentation - Dell PowerConnect 8024 User Manual

Locked Port Support
The locked port feature limits access on a port to users with specific MAC addresses. These addresses are
manually defined or learned on that port. When a frame is seen on a locked port, and the frame source
MAC address is not tied to that port, the protection mechanism is invoked.
For information about enabling locked port security, see "Port Security."
Password Management Security
Password management provides increased network security and improved password control. Passwords
for SSH, Telnet, HTTP, HTTPS, and SNMP access are assigned security features.
For more information about password management, see "Password Management."
TACACS+
TACACS+ provides centralized security for validation of users accessing the switch. TACACS+ provides
a centralized user management system, while still retaining consistency with RADIUS and other
authentication processes.
RADIUS Client
RADIUS is a client/server-based protocol in which the server maintains a user database that contains user
authentication information, such as user name, password, and accounting information.
SSH/SSL
Secure Shell (SSH) is a protocol that provides a secure, remote connection to a device. This connection
provides functionality that is similar to an inbound telnet connection.
Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) protocol provides a means of abstracting an encrypted connection between
two stations. Once established, such a connection is virtually no different to use than an unsecured
connection.

Command-Line Interface Documentation

CLI Reference Guide,
Another resource for the PowerConnect 8024/8024F is the which is located on the
.
Dell Support website at www.support.dell.com/manuals It provides information about the command-
line interface (CLI) commands used to configure and manage the switch. The document provides in-
depth CLI descriptions, syntax, default values, and examples.
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Introduction