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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.3.1 2.3.2 3.0 3.1 3.2 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.3.1 4.4 4.4.1 4.5 4.5.1 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9 4.10 4.10.1 4.10.2 4.10.3 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.2.1 5.2.2 5.3 5.4 5.4.1 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 GETTING STARTED WITH SWITCH CONFIGURATION .................................................... 1 Equipment Required...........................................................................................................................
1.0 Getting Started with Switch Configuration This section provides a quick overview so you can get your Xtreme switch up and running. It is targeted to Systems Administrators familiar with similar products. The procedure for assigning IP addresses and other vital configuration information required for basic operation of the switch will be provided. Detailed functions and procedures will be provided in the appropriate chapters of this manual.
When a CMI session begins, the login screen is displayed. You have to enter a valid username and password combination to gain access to the CMI. There are two pre-defined user names, manager (password: manager) and operator (password: operator). The former allows access to all configuration options, while the latter allows only read access to the CMI. If a CMI session is idle for long durations, it will be reset and the Login screen will be displayed.
and reset the switch. The switch will go through the reset sequence and you will return to the login prompt. Login again and go to the IP Configuration menu. Make a note of the IP Address in use. This will be needed to access the switch from the network. ) ) Note: If Spanning Tree Protocol is enabled, the DHCP system will wait until the initial configuration of the Spanning Tree is complete before attempting to obtain an IP Address from the DHCP Server. The Login screen will alert on this status.
Disable DHCP if you only want the manually configured IP Address to be used. The Xtreme will now be ready for use. 2.0 Managing the Xtreme The Xtreme has two management interfaces. As discussed in the above section, the Console Management Interface (CMI) is accessible through a console cable connection. The management interface an also be accessed through the Telnet protocol over the network. In either case, the user interface is exactly the same.
2.3 SNMP You can manage the switch via SNMP from a network management station. For this purpose, it is recommended to use the SNMPc, an easy-to-install and use network management platform that runs on Windows based PC’s. It uses the SNMP agent statistical sampling software that is included in the switch to provide powerful, but easy-to-use traffic monitoring and network activity analysis tools. 2.3.1 Bitview and Hubview The BitView and HubView can be seen through SNMPc (Management PC Software).
Supported Standard MIBs include: SNMP MIB-II (RFC 1213) Bridge MIB (RFC 1493) Version 1 traps (Warm Start, Cold Start, Link Up, Link Down, Authentication Failure,) Waters Proprietary MIB 3.0 Upgrading the Xtreme Software The Xtreme switch allows the software to be upgraded in the field. The software is available in the form of a binary file. It must be downloaded into the switch through the network connection or through the Serial Port Interface.
Use the Telnet client to connect to the switch. You will need the IP address of the switch to in order to access the switch via Telnet. The Telnet session resembles the CMI session in all respects. Login using the username manager and the appropriate password (Default password is manager). Use the following procedure to upgrade Xtreme software through the Network (Remote upgrade). 1. 2. 3. 4. Select option 1 to go to The System Configuration screen.
available through their own submenu. The port map for the Link-Loss Learn facility is configured from this menu 4.3 Spanning Tree Protocol Configuration The Xtreme implements the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) as defined in IEEE 802.1D standard. STP ensures that only one network path is active between any two nodes. If more than one physical path exists between any two nodes, the STP will ensure a single active path by blocking all redundant paths.
There are system parameters that affect the whole switch. The following system parameters are available for the Xtreme switch Parameter priority Default 32768 Range 0 - 65535 maximumage 20 seconds 6 – 40 seconds hello-time 2 seconds 1 - 10 forwarddelay 15 seconds 4 – 30 seconds Description Specifies the priority value used along with the switch MAC address to determine which device is root. The lower a priority value, the higher the priority.
4.4 VLAN Configuration 4.4.1 Port-Based Virtual LANs (Static VLANs) A VLAN is a group of ports designated by the switch as belonging to the same broadcast domain. (That is, all ports carrying traffic for a particular subnet address would normally belong to the same VLAN.) The VLAN Configuration submenu allows configuration of up to four port based Virtual LANs. When VLAN is enabled, a port can communicate with another port only if both are members of the same VLAN.
4.5.1 QoS Configuration from CMI The CMI provides two controls for QoS. The QoS functionality can be enabled or disabled from the Switch Parameters menu. The priorities associated with the individual ports are configured from the individual port menu. 4.6 Telnet The Telnet protocol is often thought of simply as a provider for remote logins to computer via the Internet. This was its original purpose although it can be used for many other purposes.
4.8 Ageing Time Users can select the Address table Ageing Time between 10–1000000. The default value is 300. 4.9 Broadcast Protection One of the best features of the Xtreme is its ability to keep broadcast storms from spreading throughout a network. Network storms are characterized by an excessive number of broadcast packets being sent over the network.
) Note: If you are accessing the CMI through the network, and if the IP Address is changed, your connection will be terminated and you will have to initiate another Telnet session to the new IP Address. 4.10.1 IP Address and Subnet Mask. By default, the switch is set to manual IP addressing. To set a manual IP address, use the CLI to configure the initial IP values.
5.2.1 Manager This level allows access to all console interface areas. Please change the default Manager Password (Default password is manager) to limit access of unauthorized people to the configuration area of the console interface. 5.2.2 Operator This level allows access to the Status but does not allow Configuration capabilities. On the Operator level, the Configuration Context, Download Application, and Reboot Switch option are not accessible. 5.3 Password Security 1.
6.0 Troubleshooting All Waters’ switching products are designed to provide reliability and consistently high performance in all network environments. The installation of Waters’ Xtreme switch is a straightforward procedure discussed in this manual. Should problems develop during installation or operation, this section is intended to help locate, identify and correct these types of problems. Please follow the suggestions listed below prior to contacting your supplier.
occurrence of the problem. Any changes to system administration procedures should all be noted in this record. 6.2 Return Material Authorization (RMA) Procedure All returns for repair must be accompanied by a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. To obtain an RMA number, call Waters Network Systems Customer Service at 800.328.2275 during business hours from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (CT) email carolynl@wtrs.com. When calling, please have the following information readily available: 6.
6.4 Warranty Waters Network Systems makes no express or implied warranties including, but not limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, except as expressly set forth in this warranty. In no event shall Waters Network Systems be liable for incidental or consequential damages, costs, or expenses arising out of or in connection with the performance of the product delivered hereunder.
