System Information
Choose System Information to access the first item on the Main Menu and press Enter. The following menu appears:
Figure 6- 13. System Information Menu
The System Information menu displays the switch type, which (if any) external modules are installed, and the Switch’s MAC Address (assigned by the factory and unchangeable). In addition, the Boot PROM, Firmware, Hardware, Extension Module, and VDSL Patch Version numbers are shown. This information is helpful to keep track of updates and to obtain the Switch’s MAC address for entry into other network device’s address table – if necessary.
You can also enter the name of the system, its location, and the name and telephone number of the System Administrator. It is recommended that the person responsible for the maintenance of the network system be listed here. Highlight APPLY and press Enter to make the change effective.
Use Setup System Time to set the system clock. Highlight Setup System Time and press Enter.
Figure 6- 14. Setup System Time Menu
Enter the date and time, Highlight APPLY and press Enter to enter the system time information.
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