Chapter 3. Switch Information; Viewing The Switch Interface - Motorola WS5100 Series Reference Manual

This chapter describes the Switch main menu information used to configure the WS5100. This chapter
consists of the following sections:
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Viewing the Switch Interface

• Viewing Switch Port Information
• Viewing Switch Configurations
• Viewing Switch Firmware Information
• Switch File Management
• Configuring Automatic Updates
• Viewing the Switch Alarm Log
• Viewing Switch Licenses
• How to use the Filter Option
NOTE: HTTPS must be enabled to access the switch applet. Ensure HTTPS access has
been enabled before using the login screen to access the switch applet.
3.1 Viewing the Switch Interface
The Switch Configuration
from one location. Use this information to assess whether the current firmware version is the most recent
and if the number of licenses available is correct to support the number of radio devices deployed. The values
displayed within the screen can be defined in numerous additional locations throughout the switch applet.
NOTE: The Motorola RF Management Software is a recommended utility to plan the
deployment of the switch and view its interface statistics once operational in the field.
Motorola RFMS can help optimize the positioning and configuration of a switch (and its
associated radios) in respect to a WLAN's MU throughput requirements and can help
detect rogue devices. For more information, refer to the Motorola Web site.
The switch screen displays two tabs supporting the following configuration activities:
• Viewing the Switch Configuration
• Viewing Switch Statistics
tab provides high-level system, switch name and address information accessible
Switch Information