
Chapter 15: Basic Switch Parameters
Configuring an IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway Address
This procedure explains how to change the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address to the switch. Before performing the procedure, note the following:
An IP address and subnet mask are not required for normal network operations of the switch. Values for these parameters are only required if you want to remotely manage the device with a web browser.
A gateway address is only required if you want to remotely manage the device from a remote management station that is separated from the switch by a router.
To configure the switch to automatically obtain its IP configuration from a DHCP server on your network, go to “Enabling and Disabling the DHCP Client” on page 166.
The initial assignment of an IP address must be made through a local management session using the menus interface.
To change the switch’s IP configuration, perform the following procedure:
1.From the Basic Config menu, select IP Config. The IP Configuration page is shown in Figure 44.
Figure 44. IP Configuration Page
2.Change the IP configuration parameters by entering new information in the fields:
System MAC Address
This parameter displays the MAC address of the switch. You cannot change this parameter.
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