Appendix C. FCC Compliance and Warranty Statements 74
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Appendix D. Console Port Pin Outs 76
Appendix E. Online Warranty Registration 77
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Chapter 1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Asanté IntraCore 35516 Series Gigabit switch. The IC35516 is from a family of
multi-media and multi-protocol switches capable of supporting Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 and Layer 4
protocols. They are designed to offer industry-leading performance at a very competitive cost of ownership.
Important! This manual describes the hardware setup and configuration commands that are used by the
IC35516. It is not intended to be a complete configuration guide for your specific network requirements.
Each IntraCore 35516 switch is a 16-port solution for Gigabit Ethernet switching using shared-memory
architecture to achieve Gigabit switching on all ports. The highly integrated system includes MACs, Address
Look-up, Content Addressable Memory (CAM), Switch Engine, Primary Buffer Memory, and programmable
Quality of Service (QoS).
Two models in the IntraCore 35516 series cover different customer applications.
The IC35516-T is a 16-port switch that has 12 10/100/1000BaseT ports and 4 dual function Gigabit ports
that support either 1000BaseT RJ-45 Gigabit ports or GBIC Gigabit ports.
The IC35516-G is a 16-port switch that has 12 GBIC style Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 dual function Gigabit
ports that support either 10/100/1000BaseT RJ-45 Gigabit ports or GBIC Gigabit ports.
The following types of GBIC modules are supported on the IC35516 switches:
1000SX multi-mode fiber for 500 m applications
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1000LX single-mode fiber for 2 km applications
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1000LH single-mode fiber for 20 km applications
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1000LZ single-mode fiber for ultra distance (120 km) applications
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1000BaseT copper gigabit for low-cost 100 m applications
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The system can operate as a stand-alone network or be used in combination with other IntraCore switches
in the backbone.
1.1 Features
The IC35516 is a multi-media, multi-protocol (Ethernet, L2/L3/L4) switch. The following is a list of the
switch’s features:
• 16 Port 10/100/1000 switch/router, integrating MACs, CAM, packet buffer memory, and switching
engine
• Supports wire-speed L2 switching and L3 routing including L2 and IP multicast
• QoS provisioning on Layers 2/3/4 and 802.1p tag
• Flexible wire-speed packet classification
• Packet filtering
• Wire-speed MAC address learning on-chip
• Port-based VLAN support for 4K VLANs according to IEEE Std. 802.1Q
• SNMP, RMON, and SMON statistics counters supported on-chip
• 128 KB internal packet buffer
• Full Duplex 1000 Mbps, Full and Half Duplex 10/100 Mbps
• Support for Jumbo frames (up to 32 KB in length)
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1.2 Package Contents
The following items are included in the switch’s package:
• Switch
• AC power cord
• Rack mount brackets with screws
• Rubber feet
• Setup Guide
• IntraCore 35516 CD-ROM
Contact your dealer immediately if any of these items is missing.
1.3 LEDs
The system’s front panel LED display allows the user to monitor the status of the switch. Refer to the
following sections for LED information specific to the switch’s model.
1.3.1 IC35516-T
The IC35516-T has one power LED indicator, one (optional) emergency power LED, and two LED indicators
for each of the 16 ports. See the table below for a complete LED description.
LED
Power
Emergency Power Green
Link/Speed
Duplex/Activity
Color
Green
Off
Off
Green
Yellow
Off
Green
Blinking Green
Yellow
Blinking Yellow
Off
Description
Power is on.
Power is off, or main power has failed.
Primary power has failed and optional power supply is powering the switch.
Optional power supply is in standby mode and primary power is working.
A valid 1000 Mbps link has been established on the port.
A valid 10/100 Mbps link has been established on the port.
No link has been established on the port.
A full-duplex link has been established on the port.
Activity has been detected in full-duplex mode.
A half-duplex link has been established on the port.
Activity has been detected in half-duplex mode.
No link has been established on the port.
1.3.2 IC35516-G
The IntraCore 35516-G has one power LED, one (optional) emergency power LED, two LED indicators for
10/100/1000BaseT status, and one LED for GBIC status. See the table below for a complete LED
description.
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LED
Power
Emergency Power Green
BaseT10/100/1000
Link/Speed
BaseT 10/100/1000
Duplex/Activity
GBIC
Link
Color
Green
Off
Off
Green
Yellow
Off
Green
Blinking
Yellow
Blinking Yellow
Off
Green
Off
Description
Power is on.
Power is off, or main power supply has failed.
Primary power has failed and optional power supply is powering the switch.
Optional power supply is in standby mode and primary power is working.
A valid 1000 Mbps link has been established on the port.
A valid 10 or 100 Mbps link has been established on the port.
No link has been established on the port.
A full-duplex link has been established on the port.
Activity is detected in full-duplex mode.
A half-duplex link has been established on the port.
Activity is detected in half-duplex mode.
No link has been established on the port.
A valid 1000 Mbps link has been established on the port.
No link has been established on the port.
1.4 Front and Back Panel Descriptions
Refer to the following sections for detailed descriptions of the front and back panels of the IC35516 series
switches.
1.4.1 IC35516-T
The front panel of the IC35516-T contains the following: power and port LEDs; 12 10/100/1000BaseT ports;
4 dual-function Gigabit ports that support either 1000BaseT or GBIC-style Gigabit Ethernet ports; and a
console port.
The back panel, not shown, contains a 12 VDC jack for emergency power (optional), the primary power bay
cover plate, the primary power outlet, and the on/off switch.
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1.4.2 IC35516-G
The front panel of the IC35516-G contains the following: power and port LEDs; 12 GBIC ports; 4 dualfunction Gigabit ports that support either 1000BaseT or GBIC-style Gigabit Ethernet ports; and a console
port.
The back panel, shown below, contains a 12 VDC jack for emergency power (optional), the primary power
bay cover plate, the on/off switch, and the primary power outlet.
1.5 Management and Configuration
The switch is managed using Command Line Interface (CLI) in order to access several different command
modes. Entering a question mark (?) at each command mode’s prompt provides a list of commands.
Console Interface
Support for local, out-of-band management is delivered through a terminal or modem attached to the
EIA/TIA-232 interface. Users can access the switch by connecting a PC or terminal to the console port of the
switch, via a serial cable. The default password set on the console line is Asante (it is case-sensitive). The
default IP address is 192.168.0.1/24. The default settings for the terminal emulation program are as follows:
9600-8-N-1
Remote in-band management is available through Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) and
Telnet client. When connecting via a Telnet session (line vty0) the default password is also Asante (case-
sensitive).
See Chapter 2 for more information on connecting to the switch.
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Chapter 2. Hardware Installation and Setup
The following guidelines will help the user to easily install the switch, and to ensure that it has the proper
power supply and environment.
2.1 Installation Overview
Follow these steps to install the IntraCore switch:
1. Open the box and check the contents. See Chapter 1.3 Package Contents for a complete list of the
items included with the IntraCore switch.
2. Install the switch in an equipment or wall rack, or prepare it for desktop placement.
3. Connect the power cord to the switch and to an appropriate power source.
4. Connect network devices to the switch.
See the sections below for more detailed installation instructions.
2.1.1 Safety Overview
The following information provides safety guidelines to ensure the user’s safety and to protect the
switch from damage.
Note: This information is intended as a guideline, and may not include every possible hazard to
which the user may be exposed. Use caution when installing this switch.
Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install or replace this equipment
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Always use caution when lifting heavy equipment
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Keep the switch clean
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Keep tools and components off the floor and away from foot traffic
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Avoid wearing rings or chains (or other jewelry) that could get caught in the switch. Metal objects
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can heat up and cause serious injury to persons and damage to the equipment. Avoid wearing
loose clothing (such as ties or loose sleeves) when working around the switch
When working with electricity, follow these guidelines:
Disconnect all external cables before installing or removing the cover
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Do not work alone when working with electricity
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Always check that the cord has been disconnected from the outlet before performing hardware
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configuration
Do not tamper with the equipment. Doing so could void the warranty
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Examine the work area for potential hazards (such as wet floors or ungrounded cables)
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2.1.2 Recommended Installation Tools
You will need the following tools and equipment (not included) to install the switch into an equipment rack:
Flat head screwdriver
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Phillips head screwdriver
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Antistatic mat or foam
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2.1.3 Power Requirements
The electrical outlet should be located near the switch and be easily accessible. It must also be properly
grounded.
Make sure the power source adheres to the following guidelines:
Power: Auto Switching 90-260 VAC
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Frequency range: 50/60 Hz
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2.1.4 Environmental Requirements
The switch must be installed in a clean, dry, dust-free area with adequate air circulation to maintain the
following environmental limits:
Operating Temperature: 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)
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Relative Humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing
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of electromagnetic interference. Failure to
Avoid direct sunlight, heat sources, or areas with high levels
observe these limits may cause damage to the switch and void the warranty.
2.1.5 Cooling and Airflow
The IC35516 switches use internal fans for air-cooling. Do not restrict airflow by covering or obstructing air
vents on the sides of the switch.
2.2 Installation into an Equipment Rack
Important! Before continuing, disconnect all cables from the switch.
To mount the switch onto an equipment rack:
1. Place the switch on a flat, stable surface.
2. Locate a rack-mounting bracket (supplied) and place it over the
mounting holes on one side of the switch.
3. Use the screws (supplied) to secure the bracket (with a Phillips
screwdriver).
4. Repeat the two previous steps on the other side of the switch.
5. Place the switch in the equipment rack.
6. Secure the switch by securing its mounting brackets onto the equipment rack with the appropriate
screws (supplied).
Important! Make sure the switch is supported until all the mounting screws for each bracket are secured to
the equipment rack. Failure to do so could cause the switch to fall, which may result in personal injury or
damage to the switch.
2.2.1 Equipment Rack Guidelines
Use the following guidelines to ensure that the switch will fit safely within the equipment rack:
Size: IC35516-T: 17.1 x 10.1 x 1.6 inches (434 x 257 x 41 mm)
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IC35516-G: 17.5 x 14.0 x 2.6 inches (445 x 356 x 66 mm)
Ventilation: Ensure that the rack is installed in a room in which the temperature remains below 40°
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C (104° F). Be sure that no obstructions, such as other equipment or cables, block airflow to or
from the vents of the switch
Clearance: In addition to providing clearance for ventilation, ensure that adequate clearance for
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servicing the switch from the front exists
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2.3 Gigabit Interface Converters
The GBIC Interface is the industry standard for Gigabit Ethernet Interfaces. Some of the benefits of GBIC
include reducing the components needed in a “spares” inventory, being able to choose from a wide variety
of manufacturers with cross-vendor compatibility, and having competitive prices.
Instructions for installing, removing, and maintaining GBIC modules are provided in following sections.
Important! The 35516-G has 12 GBIC ports that are paired— port numbers 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8, 10/12, and
14/16. DO NOT use more than one copper GBIC module per pair (maximum 8 modules).
GBICs are hot-swappable. This means that they can be inserted and removed while the switch is powered
on. However, please allow 40-60 seconds for the switch to recognize the module when it has been installed
while the switch is on.
1. Wearing an ESD (electro-static discharge) wrist strap, remove the GBIC module from its protective
packaging.
2. Verify that the GBIC is the correct type for the network (see the table above).
3. Grip the sides of the GBIC with the thumb and forefinger, and then insert the GBIC into the slot on
the face of the switch.
4. Slide the GBIC into the slot until it clicks into place.
5. Fiber GBIC modules: Remove the rubber plugs from the end of the GBIC module. Save them for
future use.
6. Attach the appropriate cable.
: After installing a GBIC 1000T module, the link LED may light even before a valid cable has been
Note
connected. This is a normal condition for most 1000BaseT GBIC modules.
Note: Auto-negotiation must be disabled on a port in which a copper GBIC module is installed. Copper
GBICs themselves control auto-negotiation.
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2.3.2 Removing a GBIC
Caution: GBIC 1000T modules run hot under normal operating conditions. When it has been removed from
the system, place it on a heat-resistant surface and allow the module to cool before handling.
: Unnecessary removals/insertions of a GBIC module will lead to premature failure of the GBIC
Note
connector. The rated duty cycle for a GBIC module is 100 to 500 removals/insertions.
Follow the steps below to remove a GBIC interface from a Gigabit Ethernet module:
1. Disconnect the cable from the GBIC module.
2.
Release the GBIC from the slot by simultaneously squeezing the locking tabs on both sides of the
GBIC.
3. Slide the GBIC out of the slot.
4. Fiber GBIC modules: Install the rubber plugs in the GBIC optical bores, and place the GBIC in
protective packaging.
2.3.3 GBIC Care and Handling
Follow these GBIC maintenance guidelines:
GBICs are static-sensitive. To prevent ESD damage, follow normal board and component handling
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procedures. Wear an ESD wrist strap
Fiber GBIC modules are very sensitive to dust and contaminants. When they are not connected to
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a fiber-optic cable, install the rubber plugs in the optical bores
The ferrules of the optical connectors may pick up debris that can obstruct the optical bore. Use an
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alcohol swab or equivalent to clean the ferrules of the optical connector
2.4 Installing the Optional Emergency Power Supply
To ensure increased reliability for mission-critical applications, the IC35516 can be equipped with a 12 VDC
emergency backup power supply (the IC35-EPS12, sold separately). When installed, the emergency power
supply is in standby mode. Should the primary unit fail, the DC backup automatically switches on and the
LED on the front panel lights. In addition, an SNMP fault notice is sent.
To verify the primary power status, use the Router# show system command. Under System Information,
you will see the power unit status.
System Information
----------------- System up since: 10:34:43 Fri Feb 07 2003
PROM Image Version/Date: 1.01A/Nov 20 2002 20:24:10
DRAM Size: 64.0MB Flash Size: 8.0MB
Config NVRAM Size: 128KB Console Baud Rate: 9600 bps
Serial No. :
Power Unit Status = OK
Should the IC35-EPS12 become active due to a fault with the primary power, the unit should be swapped
out at the earliest convenience and sent for repair. The IC35-EPS12 is designed to be a temporary
replacement when the primary power fails, not a permanent replacement.
To install the optional power supply, simply attach the 12 VDC connector of the power supply to the jack
located in the center of the rear panel of the switch. Connect the power cord to the power supply and plug
the power cord into an outlet.
Important!
or injury, set the power supply on a heat-resistant surface and
The optional power supply becomes
under normal operating conditions. To avoid damage
HOT
USE CAUTION
when handling the unit.
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2.5 Connecting Power
Important:
Use the following procedure to connect power to the switch:
The front panel LEDs blink and the power LED illuminates when it has initialized. The switch is ready for
connection to the network.
Important: If the power does not come on, check the next section to ensure that the correct cabling is used.
Carefully review the power requirements (Chapter 2.1.3) before connecting power to the switch.
1. Plug one end of the supplied power cord into the power connector on the back of the switch.
2. Plug the other end into a grounded AC outlet.
3. Turn on the switch’s power. The power LED will begin its initialization process.
2.6 Connecting to the Network
The switch may be connected to an Ethernet network with the switch powered on or off.
procedure to make the network connections:
1. Connect the network devices to the switch, following the cable guidelines outlined below.
2. After the switch is connected to the network, it can be configured for management capabilities (see
the following chapters for information on configuration).
2.6.1 10/100/1000BaseT Ports Cabling Procedures
The 10/100/1000 ports on the switch allow for the connection of 10BaseT, 100BaseTX, or 1000BaseT
network devices. The ports are compatible with IEEE 802.3 and 802.3u standards.
Important: The switch must be located within 100 meters of its attached 10BaseT or 100BaseTX devices.
Use the following guidelines to determine the cabling requirements for the network devices:
Connecting to Network Station: Category 5 UTP (Unshielded Twisted-
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Pair) straight-through cable (100 meters maximum) with RJ-45 connectors
Connecting to Repeater/Hub/Switch’s Uplink port: Category 5, UTP
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straight-through cable (100 meters maximum) with RJ-45 connectors
Note: These switches have no specific uplink ports. All 10/100/1000 ports on these
switches are auto-sensing MDI/MDI-X. This advanced feature means that when the
ports are operating at 10/100Mbps, they will automatically determine whether the device at the other end of
the link is a hub, switch, or workstation, and adjust its signals accordingly. No cross-over cables are
required.
Although 10/100BaseT requires only pins 1, 2, 3, and 6, Asanté strongly recommends cables with all 8 wires
connected as shown in Table 2-2 below.
Use the following
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1000BaseT requires that all four pairs (8 wires) be connected correctly, using Category 5 or better
Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cable (to a distance of 100 meters). Table 2-2 shows the correct pairing of all
eight wires.
Cabling requirements for the optional hardware modules depend on the type of module installed. Use the
following guidelines to determine the particular cabling requirements of the module(s):
media up to 275 meters (902 feet) long, or 50-micron MMF media up to 550 meters (1805 feet)
long
1000BaseLX GBIC: Cables with SC-type fiber connectors; 10-micron single-mode fiber media up to
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5 kilometers (16,405 feet) long
1000BaseLH GBIC: Cables with SC-type fiber connectors; 10-micron single-mode fiber media up to
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20 kilometers (65,617 feet) long
1000BaseLX Long Haul GBIC: Cables with SC-type fiber connectors; 10-micron single-mode fiber
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media up to 100 kilometers (328,100 feet) long
1000BaseLZ GBIC: Cables with SC-type fiber connectors; 10-micron single-mode fiber media up to
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120 kilometers (393,701 feet) long
1000BaseT: Category 5 or better Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cable to a distance of 100 meters
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(328.1 feet) long
When attaching a workstation to the switch, a standard straight-through CAT5 cable may be used, even
when the workstation is attached via a patch panel. No crossover cable is needed with the MDX/MDI ports.
It is recommended that the switch be kept off the network until proper IP settings have been set.
2.7 Setup
In order to configure the switch, connect to it through a console (out-of-band management), running a
terminal emulation program, such as HyperTerminal.
2.7.1 Connecting to a Console
To connect the switch to a console or computer, set up the system in the following manner:
1. Plug power cord into the back of switch.
2. Attach a straight-through serial cable between the RS232 console port and a COM port on the PC.
3. Set up a HyperTerminal (or equivalent terminal program) in the following manner:
• Open the HyperTerminal program, and from its file menu, right-click on Properties
• Under the
Connect To
tab, choose the appropriate COM port (such as COM1 or COM2)
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• Under the
• Select Terminal keys for Function, Arrow, and Ctrl keys. Be sure the setting is for Terminal keys,
NOT Windows keys
• Back under the
Settings
tab, choose VT100 for Emulation mode
Connect To
tab, press the
Configuration
button
• Set the data rate to 9600 Baud
• Set data format to 8 data bits, 1 stop bit and no parity
• Set flow control to NONE
Now that terminal is set up correctly, power on the switch (boot sequence will display in terminal.)
After connecting to the console, a prompt like the following will appear:
User Access Verification
Password:
By default, the initial password for access via console and telnet is Asante (case-sensitive). See the
following section for setting new passwords on the terminal lines.
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2.8 Setting Passwords
The switch ships with a default of no enable password, which allows anyone on the network access to
various privilege levels. To prevent unauthorized changes to the switch’s configuration, you should set an
enable password for access to switch management. Follow the example below to assign a privileged
password.
Router> enable
Password: <no password by default; press Enter>
Router# configure terminal
Router(config)# enable password ?
0 Specifies an UNENCRYPTED password will follow
7 Specifies a HIDDEN password will follow
LINE The UNENCRYPTED (cleartext) 'enable' password
Router(config)# enable password 0 <password>
Router(config)# exit
Router# write [memory file]
A separate password should be set for the primary terminal line (console) and the virtual terminal lines
(telnet). The default password Asante is assigned only to the virtual terminal line Vty0. Up to three other
virtual terminal lines may be created, and they each will require a separate password.
Note: It is recommended that you change the default telnet password to prevent unauthorized access to the
switch.
Router(config)# line ?
console Primary terminal line
vty Virtual terminal
Router(config)# line console ?
<0-0> Line number
Router(config)# line console 0
Router(config-line)# ?
end End current mode and change to enable mode
exec-timeout Set timeout value
exit Exit current mode and down to previous mode
help Description of the interactive help system
no Negate a command or set its defaults
password Set a password
quit Exit current mode and down to previous mode
Router(config-line)# password ?
LINE The UNENCRYPTED (cleartext) line password
0 Specifies an UNENCRYPTED line password will follow
7 Specifies a HIDDEN line password will follow
Router(config-line)# password Asante
Router(config-line)# end
Router# write ?
file Write to configuration file
memory Write configuration to the file (same as write file)
terminal Write to terminal
Router# write file
Writing current-config to startup-config, Please wait...
Configuration saved to startup-config file
Router#
The password can be set at unencrypted (level 0) or hidden, or encrypted (level 7).
Router(config-line)# password ?
LINE The UNENCRYPTED (cleartext) line password
0 Specifies an UNENCRYPTED line password will follow
7 Specifies a HIDDEN line password will follow
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2.9 Configuring an IP Address
The switch ships with the default IP address
the switch an IP address on your network.
The physical ports (or switchports) of the IC35516 are L2 ports, and cannot have an IP address assigned to
them. By default, each switchport belongs to VLAN 1, a virtual interface (veth1) that may be assigned a
primary, as well as any number of secondary, IP addresses. Use the following instructions to configure an IP
address to the switch. The network administrator may later assign primary IP addresses to any other VLAN
created.
Follow the steps below to change the switch’s IP address.
1. Connect to the console and press Enter at the Password prompt, as described above.
2. The screen will display the user mode prompt, Router>.
3. Type enable. The new prompt is Router#.
4. Type
5. The default IP address is assigned to the veth1 interface. Type interface veth1. The new prompt is
6. Type
Router> enable
Router# configure terminal
Router(config)# interface veth1
Router(config-if-veth1)# ip address 192.168.123.254 255.255.255.0
Router(config-if-veth1)# end
Router# show interface veth1
Veth1 is up, line protocol is up
Hardware is virtual interface VLAN 1, address is 00:00:94:D2:56:FA
Encapsulation ARPA, Flags: <UP,BROADCAST,RUNNING,MULTICAST>
inet 192.168.123.254/24 broadcast 192.168.123.255
ARP Type: ARPA, ARP Timeout: 14400 seconds
Router# write file
Writing current-config to startup-config. Please wait.
Configuration saved to startup-config file
Router#
It is also acceptable to enter the subnet mask by typing ip address 192.168.123.254/24. Use the
show interface veth1
automatically writes over the default IP address.
See Chapter 5 for more information on assigning IP addresses to interfaces.
configure terminal
Router(config-if-veth1)#.
ip address
and the new address. Your screen will look like this example:
command from privileged mode to see the new IP address. The new IP address
. The new prompt is Router(config)#.
192.168.0.1/24
2.9.1 Setting a Default IP Gateway Address
To define the default IP gateway for the switch, insert a static route:
Router(config)# ip route 0.0.0.0 255.255.255.255 <gateway IP> <mask>
. Connect via the serial port in order to assign
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2.10 Restoring Factory Defaults
If you ever need to restore the switch to its factory default settings, follow the commands shown in the
following screen.
Router> enable
Router# reload ?
factory-default Reset ALL system parameters to factory default
<cr>
Router# reload factory-default
The switch is now ready for configuration. Refer to the following chapters for management and configuration
information.
2.11 System Boot Parameters
The IC35516 has two boot banks to store its runtime code. You can select which bank will be used for the
next boot with the following command:
Router(config)# boot system flash {bank1|bank2}
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Chapter 3. Understanding the Command Line Interface (CLI)
The switch utilizes Command Line Interface (CLI) to provide access to several different command modes.
Each command mode provides a group of related commands.
After logging into the system, the user is automatically in the user top (user EXEC) mode. From the user top
mode you can enter into the privileged top (privileged EXEC) mode. From the privileged EXEC level, you
can access the global configuration mode and specific configuration modes: interface, router, and route-map
configuration. Entering a question mark (?) at the system prompt allows you to obtain a list of commands
available for each command mode. Almost every router configuration command also has a
can use the
command no arp to disable the ARP table (see section 3.7).
Document Conventions
Command descriptions use the following conventions:
• Vertical bars ( | ) separate alternative, mutually exclusive, elements
• Square brackets ([ ]) indicate optional elements
• Braces ({ }) indicate a required choice
• Braces within square brackets ([{ }]) indicate a required choice within an optional element
• Boldface
• Italics indicate arguments for which you supply values
Access Each Command Mode
The following sections describe how to access each of the CLI command modes:
• User Top Mode: Router>
form to disable a feature or function. For example,
no
indicates commands and keywords that are entered literally as shown
After you log in to the router, you are automatically in user top (user EXEC) command mode. The user-level
prompt consists of the host name followed by the angle bracket (>):
Router>
The default host name is Router unless it has been changed during initial configuration, using the setup
command.
The user top commands available at the user level are a subset of those available at the privileged level. In
general, the user top commands allow you to connect to remote devices, change terminal settings on a
temporary basis, perform basic tests, and show system information.
To list the commands available in user top mode, enter a question mark (?). Use a space and a question
mark (?) after entering a command to see all the options for that particular command.
Command Purpose
?
show ?
Lists the user EXEC commands.
Lists all the options available for the given
command.
form. You
no
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User top commands:
Router> ?
enable Turn on privileged mode command
exit Exit current mode and down to previous mode
help Description of the interactive help system
ping Send echo messages
quit Exit current mode and down to previous mode
show Show running system information
tracert Trace route to destination
cls Clear screen
Router>
You may also enter a question mark after a letter or string of letters to view all the commands that start with
that letter (with no space between the letter and the question mark). See section 3.8.2.
3.2 Privileged Top (Privileged EXEC) Mode
Because many of the privileged commands set the system configuration parameters, privileged access can
be password protected to prevent unauthorized use. The privileged command set includes those commands
contained in user EXEC mode, as well as the configure command through which you can access the
remaining command modes. Privileged EXEC mode also includes high-level testing commands, such as
debug.
The following example shows how to access privileged EXEC mode. Note that the prompt changes from
Router> to Router#:
Router> enable
Password:
Router#
Command Purpose
Router> enable [password]
Router# ?
If the user has set a password, the system prompts for it before allowing access to privileged EXEC mode. If
an enable password has not been set, the enable mode can be accessed only through the console. The
user can enter the
access to privileged mode.
To return to user EXEC mode, use the following command:
Command Purpose
Router# disable
In general, the top (privileged) commands allow you to change terminal settings on a temporary basis,
perform basic tests, and list system information. To list the commands available in top mode, enter a
question mark (?) at the prompt, as shown in the following example. Enter a question mark (?) after a
command to see all the options for that command.
enable password
Enters the privileged EXEC mode.
Lists privileged EXEC commands.
global configuration command to set the password that restricts
Returns you to user EXEC mode from privileged
EXEC mode.
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Router> enable
Router# ?
clear Reset functions
clock Manage the system clock
configure Enter configuration mode
copy Copy from one file to another
debug Debugging functions
disable Turn off privileged mode command
erase Erase a filesystem
exit Exit current mode and down to previous mode
help Description of the interactive help system
no Negate a command or set its defaults
ping Send echo messages
quit Exit current mode and down to previous mode
reload Halt and perform a cold restart
show Show running system information
tracert Trace route to destination
write Write running configuration to memory, network, or terminal
cls Clear screen
Router#
Important!
if you want those changes to remain after a system reload. From the privileged level, configurations can be
saved using the
From the privileged level, you can access global configuration mode, as described in the following section.
You
save any changes you make in running configuration to the startup configuration file
MUST
command, or by using the
write
copy running-config startup-config
command.
3.3 Global Configuration Mode
Global configuration commands apply to features that affect the system as a whole, rather than just one
protocol or interface. Commands to enable a particular routing function are also global configuration
commands. To enter the global configuration mode, use the configure terminal command.
The following example shows how to access and exit global configuration mode and list global configuration
commands.
Command Purpose
Router# configure terminal
Router(config)# ?
To exit global configuration command mode and return to privileged EXEC mode, use one of the following
commands:
Command Purpose
exit
end
Ctrl-Z
To list the commands available in global configuration mode, enter a question mark (?) at the prompt, as
shown in the following example. Enter a question mark (?) after a command to see all the options for that
command.
From privileged EXEC mode, enters global
configuration mode.
Lists the global configuration commands.
Exits global configuration mode and returns to
privileged EXEC mode.
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Router# configure terminal
Router(config)# ?
access-list Add an access list entry
arp Set static arp entry
boot Modify system boot parameters
duplicate-ip Duplicate IP Address detection Global Commands
enable Modify enable password parameters
end End current mode and change to enable mode
exit Exit current mode and down to previous mode
help Description of the interactive help system
hostname Set system's network name
interface Select an interface to configure
ip Global IP configuration subcommands
line Configure a terminal line
logging Message Logging global configuration commands
mac-address-table MAC Address Table global configuration command
no Negate a command or set its defaults
quit Exit current mode and down to previous mode
route-map Create route-map or enter route-map command mode
router Enable a routing process
service Set up miscellaneous service
snmp-server Modify SNMP parameters
spanning-tree Enable Spanning Tree Protocol
vlan VLAN global configuration command
Router(config)#
From global configuration mode, you can access three additional configuration modes: The interface,
router
, and
route-map
commands are used to access their respective configuration modes.
3.3.1 Interface Configuration Mode
Many features are enabled on a per-interface basis. Interface configuration commands modify the operation
of an interface such as an Ethernet or serial port. Interface configuration commands always follow an
interface
virtual interfaces are bound to VLANs and can be assigned IP addresses).
In the following example, Ethernet interface eth1 is about to be configured. The new prompt,
Router(config-if-eth1)#, indicates the interface configuration mode. In this example, the user asks
for help by requesting a list of commands.
Router(config)# interface eth1
Router(config-if-eth1)# ?
description Interface specific description
end End current mode and change to enable mode
exit Exit current mode and down to previous mode
help Description of the interactive help system
ip Interface Internet Protocol config commands
mtu Set the interface Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU)
no Negate a command or set its defaults
quit Exit current mode and down to previous mode
shutdown Shutdown the selected interface
spanning-tree Spanning Tree Protocol interface command
switchport Port operating in L2 mode
Router(config-if-eth1)#
To exit interface configuration mode and return to global configuration mode, enter the exit command. To
exit configuration mode and return to top mode, use the
global configuration command, which defines the interface type (Ethernet or Virtual interfaces. The
command or press
end
Ctrl-Z
.
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3.3.2 Router Configuration Mode
Router configuration commands are used to configure an IP routing protocol and always follow a router
command. To list the available router configuration keywords, enter the
space and a question mark (?) at the global configuration prompt.
Router(config)# router ?
ospf Open Shortest Path First
rip Routing Information Protocol (RIP)
Router(config)# router
In the following example, the router is configured to support the Routing Information Protocol (RIP). The new
prompt is Router(config-rip-router)#.
Router(config)# router rip
Router(config-rip-router)# ?
default-information Control distribution of default route
default-metric Set a metric of redistribute routes
distance Administrative distance
distribute-list Filter networks in routing updates
end End current mode and change to enable mode
exit Exit current mode and down to previous mode
help Description of the interactive help system
neighbor Specify a neighbor router
network Enable routing on an IP network
no Negate a command or set its defaults
offset-list Modify RIP metric
passive-interface Suppress routing updates on an interface
quit Exit current mode and down to previous mode
redistribute Redistribute information from another routing protocol
timers Adjust routing timers
version Set routing protocol version
Router(config-rip-router)#
To exit router configuration mode and return to global configuration mode, enter the exit command. To exit
configuration mode and return to privileged EXEC mode, use the end command or press Ctrl-Z.
command followed by a
router
3.3.3 Route-Map Configuration Mode
Use the route-map configuration mode to configure the routing table and the source and destination
information. To access and list the route-map configuration commands, enter route-map command at the
global configuration mode.
In the following example, a route map named mymap is configured. The new prompt is Router(config-route-map)#. Enter a question mark (?) to list
Router(config)# route-map mymap permit 30
Router(config-route-map)# ?
end End current mode and change to enable mode
exit Exit current mode and down to previous mode
help Description of the interactive help system
match Match values from routing table
no Negate a command or set its defaults
on-match Exit policy on matches
quit Exit current mode and down to previous mode
route-map Create route-map or enter route-map command mode
set Set values in destination routing protocol
Router(config-route-map)#
To exit route-map configuration mode and return to global configuration mode, enter the
exit configuration mode and return to privileged EXEC mode, use the end command or press Ctrl-Z.
route-map
configuration commands.
command. To
exit
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3.4 Advanced Features Supported within the Command Mode
Entering a question mark (?) at the system prompt displays a list of commands available for each command
mode. You can also get a list of any command's associated keywords and arguments with the contextsensitive help feature.
To get help specific to a command mode, a command, a keyword, or an argument, perform one of the
following commands:
Command Purpose
help
?
When using context-sensitive help, the space (or lack of a space) before the question mark (?) is significant.
To obtain a list of commands that begin with a particular character sequence, type in those characters
followed immediately by the question mark (?). Do not include a space. This form of help is called word help,
because it completes a word for you.
To list keywords or arguments, enter a question mark (?) in place of a keyword or argument. Include a space
before the question mark (?). This form of help is called command syntax help, because it reminds you
which keywords or arguments are applicable based on the command, keywords, and arguments you already
have entered.
You can abbreviate commands and keywords to the number of characters that allow a unique abbreviation.
For example, you can abbreviate the configure terminal command to config term, or even con t. Because
the shortened form of the command is unique, the router will accept the shorted form and execute the
command.
Enter the help command (which is available in any command mode) for a brief description of the help
system:
Router# help
CLI/VTY provides advanced help feature. When you need help,
anytime at the command line please press '?'.
If nothing matches, the help list will be empty and you must backup until
entering a '?' shows the available options.
Two styles of help are provided:
1. Full help is available when you are ready to enter a command argument (e.g.
'show ?') and describes each possible argument.
2. Partial help is provided when an abbreviated argument is entered and you
want to know what arguments match the input (e.g. 'show cl?'.)
Router# show cl?
clock Display the system clock
Router# show cl
As described in the help command output, you can enter a partial command name and a question mark (?)
to obtain a list of commands beginning with a particular character set.
Obtain a brief description of the help system in any
command mode.
List all commands available for a particular
command mode.
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