Chapter 5: Local Management

5.7.7Setting the Operational Mode

To set the Operational Mode, proceed as follows:

1.Use arrow keys to highlight the Operational Mode field.

2.Press the SPACE bar to step to the appropriate operation mode, (802.1D SWITCHING or 802.1Q SWITCHING).

3.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of the screen and press ENTER. The following warning screen displays:

WARNING!

YOU HAVE ELECTED TO SAVE THE OPERATIONAL MODE FOR

THE WHOLE CHASSIS. THIS WILL CAUSE ALL OF THE

BOARDS IN THE CHASSIS TO REBOOT.

ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO SAVE THE NEW OPERATIONAL MODE

YES

NO

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Figure 5-10 Operational Mode Warning Screen

4.Use the arrow keys to highlight the YES command and press ENTER. The changes are saved, and all the modules installed in the chassis reboot.

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6E122-26, 6E123-26, 6E132-25, 6E133-25 specifications

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