Alcatel Carrier Internetworking Solutions 7800 Your First Login Session, Logging In to the Switch

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Your First Login Session

In order to complete the setup process for the switch, you should complete the following steps during your first login session:

•Log in to the switch

•Set IP address information for the Ethernet Management Port (EMP)

•Unlock session types

•Change the login password

•Set the date and time

•Set optional system information

•Save your changes

Logging In to the Switch

When you first log in to the switch, you will be prompted for a login (i.e., user) name and password. During this first login session, only one user name option and one password option is available:

•Login (i.e., user name)—admin

•Password—switch

To log in to the switch, enter admin at the login prompt:

login: admin

Next, enter the factory default password, switch, at the pass- word prompt:

password: switch

Important. You must be connected to the switch via the console port before initiating your first login session.

The default welcome banner, which includes information such as the current software version and system date, displays— followed by the CLI command prompt:

Welcome to the Alcatel OmniSwitch 7000

Software Version 5.1.5: April 30, 2004.

Copyright(c), 1994-2003 Alcatel Internetworking, Inc. All Rights reserved.

OmniSwitch(TM) is a trademark of Alcatel Internetwork- ing, Inc. registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

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Contents OmniSwitch 7700/7800 Patent No ,542,507 Table of Contents Setting the Date and Time Setting Optional System User Documentation on CD March Availability Features OmniSwitch 7700/7800Features OmniSwitch Chassis TypesOmniSwitch Site Preparation Installing the HardwareItems Required Environmental RequirementsUnpacking the Chassis Unpacking and Installing the SwitchItems Included Over Airflow Considerations Mounting the SwitchLifting the Chassis Chassis Top View Rack-MountingOptional Rack-Mounting Hardware Installing Power Supplies StandaloneOver Using the Grounding Wrist Strap and Chassis Grounding Lug NI Modules CMMsRail Installing Gbic Connectors Installing MiniGBIC ConnectorsBlank Cover Plates Serial Connection to the Console/Modem Port Serial Connection Default SettingsConnections and Cabling Ethernet Management Port EMP Cable Requirements WorkstationBooting the Switch Component LEDsYour First Login Session Logging In to the SwitchSetting IP Address Information for the EMP Additional table output not shownUnlocking Specified Session Types Unlocking Session TypesUnlocking All Session Types Changing the Login Password How many sessions are allowed?Setting the System Time Zone Setting the Date and TimeSpecifying the Switch’s Location Setting Optional System InformationSpecifying an Administrative Contact Specifying a System NameSaving Your Changes Modifying the Serial Connection SettingsViewing Your Changes Boot boot serialparity even March Syntax Checking CLI Assistance FeaturesCLI Basics Deleting Characters Command Line ? HelpPartial Keyword Completion Prefix Recognition Previous Command RecallInserting Characters Command History Prefix PromptCommand Logging Enabling Command LoggingCommon CLI Commands Write memoryOffline Configuring Generating Snapshots of the Current ConfigurationFiles and Directories Boot.params FileBoot.cfg File Image Files Working and Certified Directories Write memory command Working and Certified Are Different Non-Redundant Configurations Loading SoftwareRedundant Configurations To the Switch Management Guide or the CLI Reference GuideCopy working certified flash-synchro Required Image Files Using WebViewBrowser Compatibility Logging In to WebView Navigating WebViewMain Configuration Group Toolbar Additional Information TroubleshootingOnline Help Hardware Basics Chassis Slot NumberingChassis Management Module CMM CMM RedundancyCMM Slot Locations CMM Front Panel Module Status LEDsENI Modules GNI ModulesGigabit Interface Converters GBICs Miniature Gigabit Interface Converters MiniGBICsOS7-ENI-C24 Front Panel Module Status LEDsOS7-ENI-FM12 Front Panel OS7-ENI-P24 Front Panel Ethernet Port Link Status LEDsOS7-GNI-U2 Front Panel Gigabit Ethernet Port LEDsOS7-GNI-U12 Front Panel OS7-GNI-C12 Front Panel OmniSwitch 7700/7800 Getting Started Guide User Documentation on CD General Information

7700, 7800 specifications

Alcatel Carrier Internetworking Solutions, particularly the 7800 and 7700 series, are pivotal in the realm of high-performance networking. These solutions are engineered to meet the demands of modern telecommunications, featuring cutting-edge technology and robust capabilities designed for service providers and enterprises alike.

The Alcatel 7800 series is particularly noted for its scalability and flexibility. This platform excels in providing high-capacity routing, enabling service providers to manage increasing data traffic efficiently. It supports advanced routing protocols and offers comprehensive service features, making it ideal for deploying next-generation IP services. This series is built to facilitate seamless multimedia applications, ensuring that users experience high-quality voice, video, and data services.

In addition to its performance, the 7800 series is equipped with advanced security mechanisms, such as encryption and access control, to safeguard data integrity. This is crucial in an environment where cyber threats are on the rise, and service providers must protect their networks from potential attacks.

On the other hand, the Alcatel 7700 series emphasizes cost efficiency without compromising performance. This cost-effective solution allows for intelligent traffic management, enabling operators to optimize bandwidth utilization effectively. The 7700 series integrates Quality of Service (QoS) features, ensuring that critical applications receive the necessary bandwidth and priority. It allows for tailored service levels, crucial for businesses looking to provide tiered services to their customers.

Both the 7800 and 7700 series leverage advanced technologies such as Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Network Functions Virtualization (NFV). These technologies bring greater agility and operational efficiency, allowing networks to be more responsive to changing demands. With SDN, operators can automate network management tasks, significantly reducing manual intervention and streamlining operations.

Overall, the Alcatel Carrier Internetworking Solutions 7800 and 7700 series provide a comprehensive suite of features that cater to the evolving needs of telecommunications operators. With their robust architecture, advanced routing capabilities, and emphasis on security and efficiency, these solutions are designed to empower service providers in delivering reliable, high-quality services to their customers in an increasingly connected world.
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