Using the Telnet Console

To update firmware

The switch can hold only one image of the firmware. The switch is rebooted after new firmware is downloaded. If you have any current settings that you have not saved to non-volatile RAM, use the Save Changes option on the Main Menu before starting these steps.

1.From the Main Menu, select Switch Utilities Download Firmware from TFTP Server and press Enter.

2.In the Server IP Address field, enter the IP address of the TFTP server.

3.In the Path\Filename field, enter the path and the filename to the firmware file on the TFTP server, based from the root of the server.

4.Highlight SAVE SETTINGS and press Enter. This saves the information so that the next time you access this screen, you won’t have to enter the address or the path\filename.

5.To start the download, highlight DOWNLOAD and press Enter.

When the download is completed, the switch automatically reboots and executes the new runtime firmware.

Note: If FLASH becomes corrupted because you lose power when upgrading the firmware, you must use Zmodem to fix the problem. See “Upgrading Firmware through Zmodem” on page 21.

To download a configuration file

1.From the Main Menu, select Switch Utilities Download Configuration from TFTP Server and press Enter.

2.In the Server IP Address field, enter the IP address of the TFTP server.

3.In the Path\Filename field, enter the path and the filename to the file on the TFTP server.

4.To start the download, highlight DOWNLOAD and press Enter.

When the download is completed, the switch saves the configuration in NV-RAM and automatically reboots.

To upload a configuration file

1.From the Main Menu, select Switch Utilities Upload Settings to TFTP Server and press Enter.

2.In the Server IP Address field, enter the IP address of the TFTP server.

3.In the Path\Filename field, enter the path on the TFTP server and the filename.

4.Highlight SAVE SETTINGS and press Enter. This saves the information so that the next time you access this screen, you won’t have to enter the address or the path\filename.

5.To start the file transfer to the TFTP server, highlight UPLOAD and press Enter.

To upload a history log file

1.From the Main Menu, select Switch Utilities Upload History Log to TFTP Server and press Enter.

2.In the Server IP Address field, enter the IP address of the TFTP server.

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ZT 8101 10/100 specifications

The Intel ZT 8101 10/100 is a highly regarded network interface controller designed for efficient data communication in both home and enterprise environments. This versatile chip offers robust support for various networking technologies, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.

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The Intel ZT 8101 utilizes advanced features such as full-duplex support, which enables simultaneous data transmission and reception. This capability significantly enhances network efficiency and maximizes throughput, making it ideal for environments with high data traffic. Moreover, the chip employs sophisticated packet processing algorithms to prioritize data, reducing latency and ensuring smoother communication.

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