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Contents
CHAPTER 1
Introduction
Why Read this User Guide? ............................................................................... 5
Where To Find More Information ...................................................................... 6
Technical support .............................................................................................. 7
Features of the AT-8700XL Series Switch ........................................................... 7
Warning about FLASH memory ......................................................................... 9
CHAPTER 2
Getting Started with the Command Line Interface (CLI)
This Chapter ................................................................................................... 11
Connecting a Terminal or PC ........................................................................... 12
Terminal Communication Parameters .............................................................. 12
Logging In ...................................................................................................... 13
Assigning an IP Address .................................................................................. 13
Assigning an IP Address .................................................................................. 14
Setting Routes ................................................................................................ 15
Changing a Password ..................................................................................... 16
Choosing a Password ...................................................................................... 16
Using the Commands ..................................................................................... 17
Getting Command Line Help .......................................................................... 18
Setting System Parameters .............................................................................. 18
CHAPTER 3
Getting Started with the Graphical User Interface (GUI)
This Chapter ................................................................................................... 21
What is the GUI? ............................................................................................ 22
Accessing the Switch via the GUI .................................................................... 22
Using the GUI: Navigation and Features .......................................................... 32
Upgrading the GUI ......................................................................................... 38
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 39
CHAPTER 4
Operating the switch
This Chapter ................................................................................................... 45
User Accounts and Privileges ........................................................................... 45
Normal Mode and Security Mode ................................................................... 47
Remote Management ..................................................................................... 49
Storing Files in FLASH Memory ........................................................................ 49
Using Scripts ................................................................................................... 50
Loading and Uploading Files ........................................................................... 52
Upgrading Switch Software ............................................................................ 56
Using the Built-in Editor .................................................................................. 60