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The initial setup requires that you configure an IP address for the VLAN 1 interface, which you can use to access
and configure the controller remotely via an SSH or WebUI session. Configuring an IP address for the VLAN 1
interface ensures that there is an IP address and default gateway assigned to the controller upon completion of the
initial setup.
Connecting to the Controller after Initial Setup
After you complete the initial setup, the controller reboots using the new configuration. (See the
Dell PowerConnect
W-Series ArubaOS Quick Start Guide
for information about using the initial setup.) You can then connect to and
configure the controller in several ways using the administrator password you entered during the initial setup:
l You can continue to use the connection to the serial port on the controller to enter the command line interface
(CLI). (Refer to Management Access on page 625 for information on how to access the CLI and enter
configuration commands.)
l You can connect an Ethernet cable from a PC to an Ethernet port on the controller. You can then use one of the
following access methods:
n Use the VLAN 1 IP address to start an SSH session where you can enter CLI commands.
n Enter the VLAN 1 IP address in a browser window to start the WebUI.
n WebUi Wizards.
NOTE: This chapter and the user guide in general focus on CLI and standard WebUI configuration examples. However, basic
controller configuration and WLAN/LAN creation can be completed using the alternative wizards from within the WebUI. If you
wish to use a configuration wizard, navigate to Configuration > Wizards, click on the desired wizard, and follow the imbedded
help instructions within the wizard.
Dell W-7200 Series Controller
The Dell W-7200 Series controller is a new controller platform that is introduced in conjunction with ArubaOS 6.2.
This controller provides new functionality and improved capabilities over previous Dell controllers. However, the W-
7200 Series also introduces some changes that you must keep in mind when adding it to your network.
New Port Numbering Scheme
The W-7200 Series uses a different port numbering scheme from previous Dell controllers. All other controller
platforms use a slot/port numbering scheme. The W-7200 Series uses slot/module/port instead.
It is important to consider this when migrating an older controller to the W-7200 Series. If you load a configuration
from a non-W-7200 Series controller, that controller will not have network connectivity because any interface
configuration will not be recognized. For information about migrating to a W-7200 Series controller, see the
Dell
PowerConnect W-Series ArubaOS 6.2 Release Notes
or visit dell.com/support.
Individual Port Behavior
The first two ports on the W-7200 Series, 0/0/0 and 0/0/1 are combination ports and can be used for management,
HA, and I/O. ports 0/0/2 through 0/0/5 can only be used for I/O. Keep this in mind when configuring your ports.
Using the LCD Screen
NOTE: The LCDScreen and its related commands are only available on the W-7200 Series Controller.
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