Getting Started
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Overview
The AT-S67 and AT-S68 management software offers limited
management features that simplifies the task of creating or expanding
an Ethernet or Fast Ethernet network. The features, functions, and
interface are the same for both the AT-S67 and AT-S68 management
software. However, the AT-S67 is the management software for use with
the AT-FS7016 Smart Switch and the AT-S68 is the management
software for use with the AT-FS7024 Smart Switch.
The AT-S67 and AT-S68 management software comes pre-installed on
the switches with default settings for all the operating parameters. To
change or adjust the operating parameters, you must access the switch’s
management software.
You can create a local management session with an AT-FS7016 or
AT-FS7024 Smart Switch by connecting a terminal or PC with a terminal
emulator program to the RS-232 Terminal Port using a straight-through
RS-232 cable. This type of management session is referred to as a “local”
because you must be physically close to the switch where the switch is
located.
Once the session is started, a Main Menu is displayed so that you can
make selections to configure and monitor the switch. You can configure
all of a switch’s operating parameters from a local management session.
For instructions on starting a local management session, refer to
Starting a Local Management Session on page 13.