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Introduction
HP TopTools for Hubs & Switches
Figure 2-2. HP TopTools for Hubs & Switches Home Page
Browser-based management of devices combines network management with
the simplicity of using a browser to view device performance and configura-
tion information. You can easily access, configure and monitor your network
with devices that support the browser interface. HP TopTools Group Config-
uration and diagnostic features provide quick solutions to network problems.
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Your devices must have an IP address in order to be managed by HP TopTools
with a browser. The management station must have an assigned IP address.
This User Guide will help you get started with HP TopTools for Hubs &
Switches. We assume that you have supervisory access to your network
system and devices. Your system should be fully operational. You should know
what an "IP" (Internet Protocol) or "IPX" (Internetwork Packet Exchange
protocol) network is. You should already have the appropriate network soft-
ware running and know how to use your network utilities.
For more information on other HP TopTools functions, see the online HP
TopTools Administrator's Guide or online help.
See HP Devices Supported.
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