Appendix C Configuring the Switch with the
Entering the Initial Configuration Information
Note For Catalyst
Connecting to the Console Port
You can use the console port on the switch rear panel to perform the initial configuration as an alternative to using Express Setup.
Follow these steps:
1.Using the supplied
1.Start the
2.Start a
3.Configure the baud rate and character format of the PC or terminal to match these console port default characteristics:
–9600 baud
–8 data bits
–1 stop bit
–No parity
–None (flow control)
4.Power on the switch as described in the switch getting started guide and in the “Installing an
5.The PC or terminal displays the bootloader sequence. Press Enter to display the setup prompt. Follow the steps described in the “Entering the Initial Configuration Information” section on page
Entering the Initial Configuration Information
To set up the switch, you need to complete the setup program, which runs automatically after the switch is powered on. You must assign an IP address and other configuration information necessary for the switch to communicate with the local routers and the Internet. This information is also required if you plan to use the device manager or Cisco Network Assistant to configure and manage the switch.
IP Settings
You will need this information from your network administrator before you complete the setup program:
•Switch IP address
•Subnet mask (IP netmask)
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