4 Computer terminal operations
4.1The Console menu
Each appliance can be configured at the appliance level through the Console menu interface accessed through the configuration port on the rear of the appliance. All terminal commands are accessed through a terminal or computer running terminal emulation software.
4.1.1Configuring the network using the Console menu
When you turn on the appliance, the appliance initializes for approximately one minute. After it completes initialization, press any key on the terminal or on the computer running the terminal emulation software to access the Console menu interface. The terminal can be connected at any time, even when the appliance is already turned on.
The Console Main menu opens. Type 1 and press Enter for the Network Configuration option. The Network Configuration menu opens.
Figure 20: Network configuration menu
Type 1 and press Enter to set the network speed. You should set the connection manually without relying on the auto negotiate feature. After pressing Enter, you are returned to the Network Configuration menu.
Type 2 and press Enter to specify whether you are using a static or Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) address.
A static IP address can be used to provide a
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