Dell M6220, M6348, M8024 Configuring Secure Management Access (HTTPS)

102 Configuring Dell PowerConnect
Configuring Secure Management Access (HTTPS)
When managing the switch securely through the standard Web browser, the SSL (Secure Socket Layer)
security protocol is used.
To manage the switch securely through the standard Web browser, perform the following:
1.
In order to configure the switch to allow HTTPS server, and to create a security key, use the commands
ip https server and crypto certificate 1 generate :
console#configure
console(config)#crypto certificate 1 generate
Generating RSA private key, 1024 bit long modulus
console(config)#ip https server
console(config)#
2.
Configure the management station the same as for a regular HTTP connection.
3. Connect to the switch through HTTPS by typing the address https://device IP address in
the browser window (
https must be typed).
The
Security Alert window displays.
4. Click Yes to confirm accept the security certification (if it is not authenticated by a third party).
The
Login Screen displays.
5. Enter the assigned user name and password.
The switch Dell OpenManage™ Switch Administrator displays.