Connecting Managed Chassis/Modules Or Modules With Built-In Management; Configuring The Imediachassis/6 With An Snmp-Management Card - IMC Networks iMediaChassis/6 Operation Manual

Connecting Modules
An iMediaChassis/6 with an installed management module connects to the LAN via
an external 10/100 twisted pair connection. Connect the chassis to the network by
plugging one end of a CAT-5 twisted pair cable into the port labeled "MGMT" on the
management card, or the management-enabled application card. Plug the other end
of the cable into a device (e.g., switch, hub, etc.) in an existing Ethernet network.
The port labeled "Option" is reserved for future use. Both twisted pairs ports include
the AutoCross feature that automatically selects between a crossover workstation or
pass-through depending on the connected device.
Configuring the SNMP-Management Card
Once connected to the LAN, assign the iMediaChassis/6 IP configuration information
(e.g., IP address, subnet mask, etc.). This can be done using
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iConfig
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Serial port on the management module
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DHCP (Dynamic Host Control Protocol). DHCP must be enabled through
serial configuration
In addition to assigning an IP address and subnet mask, there are options for creating
community strings, assigning access rights, configuring traps and more. iConfig offers
more options than configuring via the serial port (e.g., traps can be assigned with
iConfig). After assigning the iMediaChassis/6 an IP address, use iView² or another
SNMP-compatible Network Management System (NMS) to remotely configure,
monitor and manage the modules installed within the unit.
SNMP Write Lock
There is an SNMP Write Lock switch located above the SNMP module slot on the
front of the iMediaChassis/6.
via SNMP and held on the previous management board.
Leave this switch in the NORMAL position during day-to-day operation, enable
the SNMP Write Lock switch (set to LOCKED) ONLY when changing the SNMP
management board.
As stated, the SNMP management module can be removed and replaced when
necessary. A saved PROM file can be downloaded to the second SNMP module to
The SNMP Write Lock switch prevents a new
management board from re-configuring the
application module settings (e.g., the status of features
such as LinkLoss, FiberAlert, Force mode, etc.) made
Important Usage Information
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