For mini-GBICs ports, and in general for all the switch ports, when a network cable from an active network device is connected to the port, the port LED for that port should go on. If the port LED does not go on when the network cable is connected to the port, see “Diag- nosing with the LEDs” on page 5-4in chapter 5, “Troubleshooting”.
8. (Optional) Connect a Console to the SwitchThe switch has a full-featured, easy to use console interface for performing
switch management tasks including the following:
■monitor switch and port status and observe network activity statistics
■modify the switch’s configuration to optimize switch performance, enhance network traffic control, and improve network security
■read the event log and access diagnostic tools to help in troubleshooting
■download new software to the switch
■add passwords to control access to the switch from the console, web browser interface, and network management stations
The console can be accessed through these methods:
■Out-of-band:The switch comes with a cable for connecting a PC or VT- 100 terminal, to be used as a console, directly to the switch. You can use the console port only for out-of-band management. It cannot be used for a Telnet connection.
■In-Band:Manage the switch using Telnet from a PC or UNIX workstation on the network, and a VT-100 terminal emulator. This method requires that you first configure the switch with an IP address and subnet mask by using either out-of-band console access or through DHCP/Bootp. For more information on IP addressing and on starting a Telnet session, see chapter 3, “Getting Started With Switch Configuration”, and the Manage- ment and Configuration Guide, which is on the ProCurve Web site at www.procurve.com/manuals.
The Switch can simultaneously support one out-of-band console session through the Console Port and one in-band Telnet console session.
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