2-12 Connecting To the Web InterfaceThe switch has a built-in Web interface that you can use to set the user password, change the IPaddress that is assigned to the switch, and configure its advanced settings.This chapter introduces the setting the menu items and buttons that are available on the Web interface.The following topics are covered:z Requirements for Accessing the Web Interfacez Choosing a Web Browserz Default User and Passwordz Logging On to the Web Interfacez Navigating the Web InterfaceRequirements for Accessing the Web InterfaceTo connect to the Web interface, you need the following:z Ensure that the switch is connected to the network using a Category 5 twisted pair Ethernet cablewith RJ-45 connectors.z Ensure that you know your switch’s IP address. See Configuring IP Address.z Check that your management workstation is on the same subnet as your switch.z Choose a suitable Web browser.Choosing a Web BrowserTo display the Web interface correctly, use one of the following Web browsers and platformcombinations:Table 2-1 Supported Web Browsers and PlatformsPlatformBrowser Windows 2000 Windows XP Windows VistaInternet Explorer 6 Yes Yes YesInternet Explorer 7 Yes Yes YesFirefox 1.5 Yes Yes YesFirefox 2 Yes Yes YesNetscape 8 Yes Yes YesFor the browser to operate the Web interface correctly, JavaScript and Cascading Style Sheets must beenabled on your browser. These features are enabled on a browser by default. You will only need toenable them if you have changed your browser settings.
