Chapter33 – IP Address and SystemInformationFirst simple steps to follow…his section explains how the Magnum 6K family of switches can be setup using otherautomatic methods such as bootp and DHCP. Besides this, other parameters required forproper operation of the switch in a network are discussed.T IP AddressingIt is assumed that the user has familiarity with IP addresses, classes of IPaddresses and related netmask schemes (e.g. class A, Class B and Class Caddressing).jImportance of an IP addressWithout an IP address, the switch will operate as a standalone Layer 2 switch. Without an IPaddress, you cannot• Use the web interface to manage the switch• Use telnet to access the CLI• Use any SNMP Network Management software to manage the switch• Use NTP protocol or an NTP server to synchronize the time on the switch• Use TFTP or FTP to download the configurations or upload software updates• Run ping tests to test connectivityTo set the IP address, please refer to the section in Chapter 2 – Setting IP Parameters.Once the IP address is set, the CLI can be accessed via the telnet programs aswell as the console interface. From now on – all commands discussed areaccessible from the CLI – irrespective of the access methods – serial port or inband using telnet.39
