Network Technologies 900GV - Manual (Page 36)

Assigning an IP Address
4-2 Configuring the Module in a DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900
Assigning an IP Address
After installing the module in a DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 chassis and connecting the
cables, you need to assign an IP address. Do this using the command line interface,
which is accessed through a terminal connected to the setup port on the MultiSwitch
900 chassis.
NOTE
The VNbus does not connect to the backplane by default. The VNbus is
configured using the clearVISN MultiChassis Manager.
To perform a Telnet session, you must assign an IP address. To do this, complete the
following steps:
Step Action
1 Install the module into a slot on the DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900.
2 Redirect the DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 Chassis Manager setup port to
the DIGITAL VNswitch 900GV slot.
3 Select the IP Configuration option from the menu.
4 Set the in-band IP address.
5 Set the default gateway, if necessary.
6 Return to the VNswitch 900GV INSTALLATION MENU and select
[2] Restart with Current Settings .
7 Open a Telnet session into the module from the management station for
further configuration. The system displays copyright statements and the
following prompt:
After the system prompt (Main>) appears, refer to the DIGITAL
VNswitch 900 Series Switch Management for further configuration
information.
MOS Operator Control
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