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General Configuration Using Local Management
This chapter explains how to access and manage the HSIM-W6 and its attached WPIMs through a
TELNET connection. A general working knowledge of basic network operations and an
understanding of management applications is helpful prior to using Cabletron Systems Local
Management.

Chapter Organization

The following list summarizes the organization of this chapter:
Local Management Overview outlines the contents of this chapter, provides an overview of
Local Management, and explains how to use the management screens.
Accessing Local Management describes how to access the Main Menu screen and navigate
through the Local Management screens.
Main Menu Screen describes the Main Menu screen and how it is used to access all other Local
Management screens.
Setup Menu Screen describes the screens used to configure the HSIM-W6.
System Level Screen describes how to use the System Level screen, its functions, and operations.
SNMP Community Names Screen explains how to control access to the HSIM-W6 by assigning
community names.
SNMP Traps Screen explains how to configure the HSIM-W6 to send SNMP traps to multiple
network management stations.
Flash Download Screen describes how to download new firmware to the HSIM-W6.
Bridge Setup Screen describes how to configure the HSIM-W6 for bridge functions.
Router Setup Screen describes how to configure the HSIM-W6 ports for IP or IPX routing.
IP Configuration Screen describes how to configure the HSIM-W6 for IP routing functions.
IPX Configuration Screen describes how to configure the HSIM-W6 for IPX routing functions.