Configuring an IP Address on the Switch
Configuring an IP Address on the Switch
Methods for Configuring an IP Address and Subnet Mask
Methods for Configuring an IP Address and Subnet MaskUse either of the following two methods to configure the switch with an IP address and subnet mask compatible with your network:
■Manually through the switch’s console: This is the easiest method when you are initially setting up the switch. The switch comes with a console cable that you can use to connect the switch to a PC running a
■Configure your DHCP/Bootp server to support the switch: By default, the switch is configured to acquire an IP address configuration from a DHCP or Bootp server. To use DHCP/Bootp, refer to “DHCP/Bootp Operation” on page
This section describes how to use the switch console to configure an IP address.
1.Use the instructions in chapter 2, “Installing the Switch 212M and 224M” of your switch installation manual to connect a PC running a terminal emulator, or a terminal, to the Console port on the switch, and display the Main Menu.
2.From the console Main Menu, select:
2.Switch Management Access Configuration (IP, SNMP, Console) ...1.IP ConfigurationYou will see the screen similar to the one shown in figure
IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway fields blank.