2 Connecting To the Web Interface

The switch has a built-in Web interface that you can use to set the user password, change the IP address that is assigned to the switch, and configure its advanced settings.

This chapter introduces the setting the menu items and buttons that are available on the Web interface. The following topics are covered:

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Requirements for Accessing the Web Interface Choosing a Web Browser

Default User and Password Logging On to the Web Interface Navigating the Web Interface

Requirements for Accessing the Web Interface

To connect to the Web interface, you need the following:

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Ensure that the switch is connected to the network using a Category 5 twisted pair Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connectors.

Ensure that you know your switch’s IP address. See Configuring IP Address. Check that your management workstation is on the same subnet as your switch. Choose a suitable Web browser.

Choosing a Web Browser

To display the Web interface correctly, use one of the following Web browsers and platform combinations:

Table 2-1Supported Web Browsers and Platforms

Platform

 

Windows 2000

 

 

Windows XP

 

 

Windows Vista

 

Browser

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Internet Explorer 6

 

Yes

 

Yes

 

Yes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Internet Explorer 7

 

Yes

 

Yes

 

Yes

 

 

 

 

Firefox 1.5

Yes

Yes

Yes

 

 

 

 

Firefox 2

Yes

Yes

Yes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Netscape 8

 

Yes

 

Yes

 

Yes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For the browser to operate the Web interface correctly, JavaScript and Cascading Style Sheets must be enabled on your browser. These features are enabled on a browser by default. You will only need to enable them if you have changed your browser settings.

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