Configuring secure management access (https) – Dell POWEREDGE M1000E User Manual

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Configuring Dell PowerConnect

Configuring Secure Management Access (HTTPS)

When managing the switch securely through the standard Web browser, the SSL (Secure Socket Layer)

security protocol is used.
To manage the switch securely through the standard Web browser, perform the following:

1. In order to configure the switch to allow HTTPS server, and to create a security key, use the commands

ip https

server and crypto certificate 1 generate:

console#configure

console(config)#crypto certificate 1 generate

Generating RSA private key, 1024 bit long modulus

console(config)#ip https server

console(config)#

2. Configure the management station the same as for a regular HTTP connection.
3. Connect to the switch through HTTPS by typing the address https://device IP address in

the browser window (

https

must be typed).

The

Security Alert window displays.

4. Click Yes to confirm accept the security certification (if it is not authenticated by a third party).

The

Login Screen displays.

5. Enter the assigned user name and password.

The switch Dell OpenManage™ Switch Administrator displays.

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