For comprehensive configuration information on Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, see the
Configuring LAN
Interfaces
chapter of the
Cisco IOS Interface and Hardware Component Configuration Guide
.
For information on the interface numbering, see the
Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series Wireless Controller Software
Configuration Guide
.
Procedure
Purpose
Command or Action
Enables privileged EXEC mode.
enable
Step 1
Example:
Enter your password if prompted.
Note
WLC> enable
Displays a brief status of the interfaces that are
configured for IP.
show ip interface brief
Example:
Step 2
Learn which type of Ethernet interface is on
your controller.
WLC# show ip interface brief
Enters global configuration mode.
configure terminal
Example:
Step 3
WLC# configure terminal
Specifies the Ethernet interface and enters the
interface configuration mode.
interface GigabitEthernet 0
Example:
Step 4
WLC(config)# interface GigabitEthernet
0
Sets a primary IP address for an interface.
ip address ip-address mask
Example:
Step 5
WLC(config-if)# ip address 172.16.74.3
255.255.255.0
Enables an interface.
no shutdown
Example:
Step 6
WLC(config-if)# no shutdown
Returns to privileged EXEC mode.
end
Example:
Step 7
WLC(config)# end
Displays a brief status of the interfaces that are
configured for IP.
show ip interface brief
Example:
Step 8
Verify that the interfaces are up and configured
correctly.
WLC# show ip interface brief
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Power Up and Initial Configuration
Configuring Gigabit Ethernet Interfaces
