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Configuring an IP Address
on the Switch
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Configuring an IP Address on the Switch
This chapter helps you to quickly assign an IP (Internet Protocol) address and
subnet mask to the switch. In the factory default configuration, the switch
does not have an IP address and subnet mask, so it can be managed only by
using a direct connection to the switch console.
Configuring an IP (Internet Protocol) address and subnet mask enables the
switch to operate as a managed device in your network, giving you in-band
(networked) access to these interfaces:
■ HP web browser interface built into the switch
■ HP TopTools for Hubs & Switches—SNMP-based network management
software shipped with the switch
■ the switch console through a telnet connection
For a listing of switch features available with and without an IP address, refer
to “How IP Addressing Affects Switch Operation” on page 6-8.
For more information on this topic, refer to “IP Configuration” on page 6-4.
Note The IP address and subnet mask assigned for the switch should be compatible
with the IP addressing used in your network. If your network is a standalone
network, your IP addressing and subnet mask scheme can be set up in any
way that meets your local needs. However, if you will be connecting your
network to other networks that use globally assigned IP addresses, refer to
“Globally Assigned IP Network Addresses” on page 6-13.