Dimension ES-2008 Ethernet Switch

Chapter 13

Introducing the SMT

This chapter introduces the basics of managing the switch.

13.1 Introduction

The System Management Terminal (SMT) is a menu – driven interface that you use to configure the switch. You may access the SMT using either Telnet or the console port.

If there is no activity for longer than 5 minutes after you log in,
your switch will automatically log you out.

13.2 Accessing the SMT Using Telnet

Follow the steps below to access the SMT screens using a Telnet program. Step 1. Launch a Telnet program. In Windows, click Start and then Run.

Step 2. Type “telnet” followed by a space and the IP address of the switch, (192.168.1.1 is the default) and then click OK to display the password screen. Refer to Figure 13-3.

Figure 13-1 Starting a Telnet Session

13.3 Accessing the SMT Using the Console Port

The console configuration is for local management and initial configuration of the switch.

Use an RS-232 console cable with a female DB-9 connector to connect a terminal or computer to the console port.

Introducing the SMT

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