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M6100 Series Switches
Available Publications
A number of other publications are available for your switch at downloadcenter.netgear.com,
including the following publications:
•M6100 Chassis Hardware Installation Guide
•M6100 Switch Module Installation Guide
•M6100 Command Line Interface Manual
Refer to the M6100 Command Line Interface Manual for information about the command
structure. The M6100 Command Line Interface Manual provides information about the
CLI commands used to configure the switch. It provides CLI descriptions, syntax, and
default values.
•M6100 Software Administration Manual
•M6100 Web User Guide
Overview of the Access and Initial Configuration Options
To configure the switch, you can access it through the console port, network interface,
service port, or web management interface. For information about these options, see the
following sections and information:
•Use the Network Interface, Service Port, or Console Port for Initial Configuration on
page 7
If a BootP or DHCP server exists on your network, you can perform the initial
configuration over the network interface or service port. If no BootP or DHCP server
exists on your network, you can perform the initial configuration through the CLI over the
console port.
•Use the Web Management Interface for Initial Configuration on page 12
Access the web management interface over an Ethernet connection to perform the initial
configuration.
Tip: Use the web management interface for configuration instead of the CLI.
Web configuration is quicker and easier than entering the multiple
required CLI commands.
Prepare a Terminal and Access the Switch Through the Console Port
To access the console port on the switch, you need a VT100-compatible terminal or a
computer that provides either a serial port or a USB port and that runs VT100 terminal
emulation software.