Logging into the Configuration Menu

Table 5-2 Configuration Menu Items

Menu Item

Description

 

 

Config System

Displays and allows you to change the name,

Administration Information

location, and contact information for the

 

IntraSwitch.

 

See “Configure System Administration

 

Information” on page 5-9.

Config TCP/IP Parameters

Displays and allows you to change the

 

information needed to access the IntraSwitch

 

over the network (in-band management).

 

See “Configure TCP/IP Parameters” on page

 

5-11.

Config Bootstrap

Displays and allows you to change the

Parameters

parameters used for downloading a new

 

version of software for the IntraSwitch.

 

See “Configure BootStrap Parameters” on

 

page 5-13.

Config SNMP Parameters

Displays and allows you to change the

 

IntraSwitch’s SNMP (Simple Network

 

Management Protocol) parameters; such as,

 

read/write settings, trap authentication, and

 

trap receivers.

 

See “Configure SNMP Parameters” on page

 

5-16.

Config Port Parameters

Allows you to manually configure each of the

 

switch’s ports for speed, connection, link mode,

 

and auto-negotiation.

 

See “Configure Port Parameters” on page 5-20.

Config RMON Parameters

Displays and allows you to change the switch’s

 

RMON parameters.

 

See “Configure RMON Parameters” on page

 

5-24.

Config MAC Forwarding

Displays and allows you to change the entries

Table Parameters

in the IntraSwitch’s MAC Forwarding Table.

 

See “Configure MAC Forwarding Table

 

Parameters” on page 5-25.

Config Spanning Tree

Displays the switch’s Spanning Tree

Parameters

parameters and allows you to enable or

 

disable Spanning Tree.

 

See “Configure Spanning Tree Parameters” on

 

page 5-28.

 

 

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Asante Technologies 5324 user manual Logging into the Configuration Menu, Configuration Menu Items

5324 specifications

Asante Technologies 5324 is an innovative network switch designed to cater to the increasing demand for high-speed connectivity in both enterprise and educational environments. Known for its robust performance and reliability, the 5324 model integrates advanced features that make it a preferred choice for network administrators seeking efficiency and scalability in their systems.

One of the standout features of the Asante 5324 is its Layer 2 switching capabilities, which allow for rapid data transfer between devices within a local area network (LAN). With 24 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports, users can connect multiple devices, ensuring smooth communication and optimal network performance. This model also supports Auto-MDIX, which automatically detects the cable type (straight or cross) used for connections, simplifying network setup and reducing the chances of connectivity errors.

The Asante 5324 employs a comprehensive set of management features that enhance its usability for both novice and experienced IT professionals. A user-friendly web-based interface facilitates easy configuration, monitoring, and management, allowing administrators to quickly adjust network settings without the need for complex command-line commands. Additionally, it supports SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), enabling centralized network management and providing administrators with real-time monitoring capabilities.

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