Appendix C Initial Configuration for the Switch

Entering the Initial Configuration Information

As the switch powers on, it begins the POST, a series of tests that runs automatically to ensure that the switch functions properly.

POST lasts approximately 1 minute. After POST is complete, the system and status LEDs remain green.

If the switch fails POST, the system LED turns amber.

Note POST failures are usually fatal. Call Cisco Systems if your switch does not pass POST.

If you started the terminal-emulation program before you powered on your switch, the PC or terminal displays the bootloader sequence. You need to press Enter to display the setup program prompt.

Entering the Initial Configuration Information

To set up the switch, you need to assign an IP address and other configuration information necessary for the switch to communicate with the local routers and the Internet. The minimal configuration provided here does not cover most of the features, it simply allows you to preform other configuration tasks using a telnet connection from your management network. To configure other features and interfaces, please refer to the Catalyst 4500 Series Switch Software Configuration Guide.

IP Settings

You will need this information from your network administrator:

•Switch IP address

•Subnet mask (IP netmask)

•Default gateway (router)

•Enable secret password

•Enable password

•Telnet password

Performing the Initial Configuration

Follow these steps to complete the initial configuration for the switch:

Step 1 At the terminal prompt, enter the enable command to enter privileged exec mode:

Switch> enable

Password: password

Switch#

Step 2 Set the system time using the clock set command in privileged EXEC mode.

Switch# clock set 20:09:01 3 Apr 2006

Step 3 Verify the change by entering the show clock command.

Switch# show clock

20:09:06.079 UTC Thu Apr 3 2006

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4500 E-Series, WSUPOE12VPSPL specifications

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