Manually Commissioning Network Elements - Cisco WS-C3550-12G User Manual

Chapter 4 Deploying the Cisco Catalyst Switch Manager

Manually Commissioning Network Elements

After the Network Element and Software objects are created using the Deployment Wizard, the type of
switch and its contents need to be determined. This determination is made by commissioning the Chassis
object. When the Network Element object is commissioned, it executes a subchassis discovery process
that communicates with the switch to automatically determine the contents of the switch.
Prior to manually commissioning a Network Element, ensure that the EMS and the device are setup to
communicate. For instructions, see the
Devices" section on page
To commission the Network Element object, perform the following:
Step 1 Launch the Network Element Management window by performing one of the following:
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The Network Element Management window appears.
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Right–click a Site object within the Network or Physical containment views, then choose
CSM/7600 Manager > NE Config/Mgmt.
Right–click a Network Element object within the Network or Physical containment views, then
choose NE Config/Mgmt.
Network Element Management window
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