Enterasys Networks 6H302-48 - Manual (Page 23)

Management
Introduction 1-7
Installation in the SmartSwitch 6000 (6C105) Chassis
The SmartSwitch 6000 chassis can be viewed as a single entity with a single IP address. Its
systems management functions are distributed to all modules, including the 6H302-48 or
6H303-48. The chassis can be managed using a single IP address, or the modules can be managed
separately by individual IP addresses. When the IP address of the chassis is used, system wide
settings can be applied from the chassis menu in Local Management, while module settings are
applied by selecting the specific module to be modified and changing the settings for that module.
1.13 MANAGEMENT
Management of the module can be either in-band or out-of-band. In-band remote management is
possible through any SNMP-compliant Network Management Software, such as Enterasys
Networks’ NetSight. In-band management using Telnet and Enterasys Networks’ Webview is also
provided. Out-of-band Local Management is provided through the RJ45 COM port on the front
panel using a VT100 terminal or a VT100 terminal emulator.
Local Management provides the ability to manage the module. Refer to the Matrix E7 Series and
SmartSwitch 6000 Series Local Management User’s Guide for more information.
1.14 SWITCHING OPTIONS
The module provides 802.1Q switching between all of the front panel interfaces. In the 802.1Q
mode (the default mode of operation), the module functions as an 802.1D switch until VLANs are
configured.
IEEE 802.1Q switching allows migration to Virtual Network technologies without requiring the
replacement of existing equipment.