About This Guide; Before You Begin; For More Information - Cisco Catalyst Express 500 Getting Started Manual

About this guide

This guide explains how to configure a Catalyst Express 500
switch for the first time. Basic configuration involves assigning
network settings and a password to the switch.
After you complete the basic configuration, you can access the
internal device manager application to manage and customize
the switch. The device manager is an easy-to-use interface that
provides tools for configuring, monitoring, and problem
solving.

Before you begin

Before you power or install the switch, review the safety
information in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety
Information for the Catalyst Express 500 Switch that
accompanies this guide.

For more information

For complete information about installing and using the switch,
see the User Guide for the Catalyst Express 500 Switches online
at Cisco.com > Technical Support & Documentation > Switches
> Catalyst Express 500 Switches.
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