Matrix E1 Series (1G58x-09 and 1H582-xx) Configuration Guide
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Introduction
This chapter provides an overview of the tasks that may be accomplished using the Matrix E1
1G58x-09 and 1H582-xx CLI interface, an introduction to in-band and out-of-band network
management, and information on how to contact Enterasys Networks for technical support.
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OVERVIEW
Enterasys Networks’ Matrix E1 CLI interface allows you to perform a variety of network
management tasks, including the following:
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Assign IP address and subnet mask.
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Select a default gateway.
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Assign a login password to the device for additional security.
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Download a new firmware image.
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Designate which network management workstations receive SNMP traps from the device.
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View device, interface, and RMON statistics.
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Manage configuration files.
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Assign ports to operate in the standard or full duplex mode.
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Configure ports to perform load sharing using trunking and link aggregation commands.
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Control the number of received broadcasts that are switched to the other interfaces.
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Set flow control on a port-by-port basis.
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Configure ports to prioritize incoming frames at Layer 2, Layer 3, and Layer 4.
Important Notice
Depending on the firmware version used in the Matrix E1 1G58x-09 or 1H582-xx device, some
features described in this document may not be supported. Refer to the Release Notes shipped
with the Matrix E1 device to determine which features are supported.