User's Guide

About this guide

This guide briefly describes the features and capabilities of the 8275 Model 416 High Performance Ethernet Workgroup Switch. However, its primary purpose is to describe how to use the capabilities offered by the switch to configure, obtain status information, and monitor performance of the switch in your network.

Who should use this guide

This guide is intended for the network administrator or person responsible for integrating, maintaining and monitoring the switch in your network. The person responsible for coordinating installation and service for the switch will also find this manual useful.

How this guide is organized

This guide contains the following chapters and appendixes:

• "Introduction" describes the functions and capabilities of the switch.
• "Accessing the switch" describes the various physical methods of accessing the switch.
• "Configuring your switch" describes initial configuration of IP information.
• "Using the Terminal Interface" describes the using functions of the terminal interface.
• "Using the SNMP Interface" contains information about using SNMP to manage the switch.
• "Using the Web Interface" introduces the Web interface.
• "Troubleshooting and Obtaining Service" gives suggestions for solving problems obtaining service.
• Appendix A, "Safety Information" contains translated safety instructions to observe when performing troubleshooting procedures.
• Appendix B, "Notices" lists important notices about the use of this product.
• Appendix C, "Cable Pinout Diagrams" describes and illustrates pinout diagrams for Ethernet and null-modem cable connectors.
• Appendix D, "Interface Conventions for the Console" describes the definitions and functions of special keys and commands that are used by the terminal interface.
• Appendix E, "Introduction to Virtual LANs (VLANs)" briefly introduces concepts and terminology about virtual local area Networks (VLANs).

Accessing the softcopy library

Softcopy versions of 8275-416 product documentation are available from either the Documentation CD-ROM (shipped with the product) or the IBM Networking Products Web site. To access product documentation shipped on the CD-ROM, follow the instructions in the booklet that accompanies the CD-ROM. Visit the following Web site to access the 8275-416 documentation at:

http://www.ibm.com/networking/support/docs.nsf/8275docs?OpenView

Online support

To obtain support information, including technical tips, current product information, and code updates and fixes for the switch, visit the IBM Networking Tech Support page at:

http://www.ibm.com/networking/support

You may also subscribe to receive e-mail notifications about code updates, tips, and FAQs for your switch.

Obtaining service

If you need assistance in troubleshooting or you need service for your 8275-416, call IBM at:

• 1-800-772-2227 in the United States
• 1-800-426-7378 (1-800-IBM-SERV) in Canada.
• In other locations, contact your place of purchase.

Refer to your IBM Warranty for information concerning service for the product.