MULTILINK ML810 MANAGED EDGE SWITCH – INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Multilink ML810
Ethernet Communications Switch
Chapter 6: Access Considerations
GE Energy
Access Considerations
6.1
Securing Access
6.1.1
Description
This section explains how the access to the MultiLink ML810 Managed Edge Switch can be
secured. Further security considerations are also covered such as securing access by IP
address or MAC address.
NOTE
Note
It is assumed here that the user is familiar with issues concerning security as well as
securing access for users and computers on a network. Secure access on a network can
be provided by authenticating against an allowed MAC address as well as IP address.
6.1.2
Set Passwords
The MultiLink ML810 Managed Edge Switch has a factory default password for the
manager as well as the operator account. Passwords can be changed from the user ID by
using the
set password
command.
For example:
ML810#
set password
Enter Current Password: *******
Enter New Password:*******
Confirm New Password:*******
Password has been modified successfully
ML810#
6.1.3
Port Security Feature
The port security feature can be used to block computers from accessing the network by
requiring the port to validate the MAC address against a known list of MAC addresses. This
port security feature is provided on an Ethernet, or Fast Ethernet, port. In case of a security
violation, the port can be configured to go into the disable mode or drop mode. The disable
