Avaya manual Establishing Switch Access, Establishing a Console Connection with the P460

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Chapter 2

Establishing Switch Access

Introduction

This chapter describes how to access the Avaya P460 CLI from the following devices:

A terminal to the serial port on the Supervisor Module

A workstation running a Telnet session connected via an I/O module (Inband)

A workstation running a Telnet session connected to the Console Fast Ethernet port on a Supervisor module (outband)

A remote terminal/workstation attached via a modem (PPP connection) to the Supervisor Console Serial port. (Sideband)

Establishing a Console Connection with the P460

Figure 2.1 M460ML-SPV Supervisor Module Serial Console Port

Perform the following steps to connect a terminal to the P460 Serial Console port for configuration of switch parameters:

1Use the serial cable supplied to attach the RJ-45 console connector to the Console port of the active M460ML-SPV module. Connect the DB-9 connector to the serial (COM) port on your PC/terminal.

The active Supervisor module is indicated by the ACT and OPR LEDs being lit.

2Ensure that the serial port settings on the terminal are:

9600 baud

8 bits

1 stop bit

no parity.

XIf you reset or powered up the switch after connecting and configuring the terminal, Welcome to P460 appears followed by the Login Name prompt.

If the login prompt does not appear, press a key on the terminal.

3Enter the default login: root. X The Password prompt appears

4Enter the user level password: root.

Avaya P460 Configuration Guide

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Contents Avaya P460 Page Contents Table of Contents RIP2 Rmon List of Tables List of Tables Avaya P460 Configuration Guide List of Figures Avaya P460 Switch Front ViewList of Figures Viii Avaya P460 Configuration Guide Introduction Avaya P460 Product OverviewAvaya P460 Main Components PSUs Power Supply UnitsSupervisor Modules ModulesEstablishing a Console Connection with the P460 Establishing Switch AccessInband Interface Connection CLI Commands Establishing a Telnet Connection with the Switch InbandFor example telnet M460ML-SPV Supervisor Module Fast Ethernet Console Port Establishing a Telnet Connection with the Switch OutbandOutband Interface Connection CLI Commands Redundant Outband Connections Redundant Outband ConnectionsOverview Sideband PPP Interface CLI CommandsSet interface ppp enable Setting Up Sideband PPP Connection ConfigurationSet interface ppp ipaddrnet-mask Establishing Switch Access Avaya P460 Configuration Guide M460ML-SPV Supervisor Module Modes Avaya P460 Supervisor Module FeaturesSynchronizing the Supervisor Modules Manually Supervisor SynchronizationP460-1super# sync spv Configuration File SynchronizationAvaya P460 Supervisor Module Features Configuring Ethernet Parameters Avaya P460 Layer 2 FeaturesEthernet Duplex Mode€ Flow Control€Speed€ MAC Address€CAM Table€ Ethernet Configuration CLI CommandsAvaya P460 Layer 2 Features P460-1super#set port negotiation 6/40 disable Ethernet Configuration ExamplesP460-1super#set port negotiation 6/40 enable P460-1super#set port duplex 6/40 fullVlan Overview Vlan ConfigurationVlan Tagging Sales Marketing EngineeringMulti Vlan Binding Bind to ConfiguredStatic Binding Bind to AllP460 Vlan Table Vlan CLI CommandsIngress Vlan Security Avaya P460 Layer 2 Features P460-1super#set port static-vlan 6/40 Vlan Configuration ExampleSpanning Tree Overview Spanning Tree ConfigurationSpanning Tree per Port Spanning Tree CLI Commands Configuring LAGs LAG ConfigurationLAG Overview LAG Redundancy Logical Port NumbersLAG Configuration Example LAG CLI CommandsP460-1super#set port channel 6/41-47 on p460lag Switchback Port Redundancy ConfigurationSwitchback Parameters Port Redundancy OverviewRedundancy CLI Commands P460-1super#set port redundancy enable P460-1super#set port redundancy disableP460-1super# set port redundancy 6/40 6/48 on p460red P460-1super#set port redundancy-intervals 10 noneIP Multicast Filtering Configuration IP Multicast CLI Commands Broadcast Storm Control Overview Broadcast Storm ControlBroadcast Storm Control Configuration Examples Broadcast Storm Control CLI CommandsP460-1super# set broadcast storm enable P460-1super#set broadcast storm thresholdPriority Queues Priority Configuration CLI Commands Priority ConfigurationWhat is Routing? Avaya P460 Layer 3 FeaturesRouting Forwarding Routing ConfigurationMultinetting Multiple Subnetworks per Vlan IP Configuration CLI Commands IP ConfigurationP460-1super#set device-mode router Basic Router ConfigurationRouter-1super#set vlan 100 name vlan#100 Display the settingsRouter-1configure#copy running-config startup-config RIP Overview RIP Routing Interchange Protocol ConfigurationRIP CLI Commands Avaya P460 Layer 3 Features Ospf CLI Commands Ospf Open Shortest Path First ConfigurationOspf Overview Avaya P460 Layer 3 Features Static Routing Configuration CLI Commands Static Routing ConfigurationStatic Routing Overview RIP Route PreferencesRoute Redistribution Route Redistribution CommandsARP Overview ARP Address Resolution Protocol Table ConfigurationARP Table ARP CLI CommandsDHCP/BOOTP Relay BOOTP/DHCP OverviewBOOTP/DHCP CLI Commands NetBIOS Overview NetBIOS Re-broadcast ConfigurationNetBIOS Re-broadcast Configuration CLI Commands Vrrp Overview Vrrp Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol ConfigurationCase#1 Vrrp Configuration ExampleCase #2 Vrrp CLI CommandsAvaya P460 Layer 3 Features Policy Configuration Overview Policy ConfigurationAvaya P460 Policy Policy Configuration CLI CommandsP460-1super#ip access-list 100 2 fwd3 tcp any host Policy Configuration ExampleAvaya P460 Layer 3 Features Avaya P460 Configuration Guide Snmp Configuration Switch Monitoring FeaturesSnmp Configuration Overview Managers and AgentsSnmp Communities Snmp Configuration CLI CommandsSwitch Monitoring Features Rmon Overview Rmon CLI commandsSwitch Monitoring Features Smon Overview SmonSmon CLI Commands Logs Log CLI CommandsLog Overview Port Mirroring CLI commands Port Mirroring ConfigurationPort Mirroring Overview Port Mirroring ConstraintsPort Classification Port Classification CLI CommandsPort Classification Overview

P460 specifications

The Avaya P460 is a robust and versatile multichannel communications system designed to enhance enterprise communication environments. It is a part of Avaya’s suite of products aimed at delivering seamless interaction across various communication channels, catering to the needs of businesses ranging from small to large enterprises.

One of the standout features of the Avaya P460 is its support for Unified Communications, which allows organizations to integrate voice, video, messaging, and collaboration tools into a unified platform. This integration helps eliminate communication silos and promotes a more collaborative work environment. Users can access multiple communication modes, streamlining interactions and improving productivity across teams.

The P460 is built on Avaya's reliable technology framework, ensuring high availability and disaster recovery capabilities. With features such as automatic failover and redundancy, businesses can rely on the P460 for consistent performance, even during unexpected outages. This reliability is crucial for mission-critical operations where downtime can lead to significant financial losses.

Scalability is another key characteristic of the Avaya P460. It supports a wide range of users and can grow alongside an organization’s needs. Business owners can start with a small deployment and expand it seamlessly as the company scales, making it a cost-effective solution for evolving communication requirements.

Security is paramount in today's digital landscape, and the Avaya P460 comes equipped with advanced security features to protect sensitive communications. Secure encryption protocols ensure that voice and data transmissions remain private and protected from unauthorized access, thus maintaining confidentiality and compliance.

The Avaya P460 also offers powerful analytics and reporting tools, giving organizations insights into their communication patterns. By analyzing call data and usage statistics, businesses can make informed decisions to optimize their operations and improve customer service. This analytical capability is essential for organizations seeking to enhance their performance metrics.

Additionally, the user experience is improved by the intuitive interface of the P460, where advanced call management features, such as call routing, conferencing, and voicemail integration, are easily accessible. This user-friendly design helps reduce the learning curve and encourages quick adoption among employees.

In summary, the Avaya P460 stands out as a comprehensive communication solution that integrates advanced technologies and features focused on enhancing collaboration and productivity within organizations. With its scalability, security, reliability, and analytical capabilities, it addresses the diverse communication needs of modern businesses, making it an intelligent choice for enhancing enterprise communication strategies.