Further configuration of the Nortel Networks L2/3 GbESM module is performed by using Telnet (for the Command Line Interface) or a Web browser (for the Browser Based Interface) and accessing the address of the MGT1 or 2 ports.
Note: It is recommended (and easier) to use a server or mobile computer that is external to the IBM Eserver BladeCenter chassis to perform initial configuration of the Nortel Networks L2/3 GbESM module. The server or mobile computer should be able to open the Web interface of the Management Module. It then can reach the switch when the switch has an appropriate IP address configured. This address must be within the same subnet as both the internal and external IP addresses of the Management Module.
Serial port (Path 2)
The Serial port is used for out of band management of the switch. It is useful to allow access to the CLI when all other paths are not working. It is possible to connect the serial port to a terminal server if desired; this allows
The console cable that is required to use this port is included with the switch when it is shipped. The cable has a RS232
5.1.2 In-band management
The second mode of operation that is commonly used is
External Ethernet ports (Path 3A)
The external ports can be used to provide management access to the switch from outside the IBM Eserver BladeCenter chassis. In order to use this path, the “External management over
all ports” item in the Management Module configuration must be enabled (Figure
32Nortel Networks L2/3 Ethernet Switch Module for IBM Eserver BladeCenter