HP J3245A Operator's manual

Installation and
Configuration Guide
HP J3245A
HP AdvanceStack Switch 800T
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HP Customer Support Services
How to get the latest software/agent firmware
You can download from the World Wide Web, HP FTP Library Service, CompuServe,
and HP BBS a compressed file (j3245a.exe) containing the latest version of the HP
Switch800TsoftwareandproprietaryMIB,theHPJ3108AFDDIModulesoftware,and
asoftware download utility file (update.exe). After you download the file, extract the
file by typing
filename ANDPRESSING [Enter]. For example, j3245a [Enter].
World Wide Web
http://www.hp.com/go/network_city
Select the “Support” section.
From this web site, you can also download information on the HP networking prod-
ucts. If you have a growing network, download the Designing HP AdvanceStack
WorkgroupNetworksGuideorcall1-800-752-0900intheU.S.toreceiveacopythrough
the mail.
HP FTP Library Service
1. FTP to Internet IP Address — ftp ftp.hp.com.
2. Log in as anonymous and press [Return] at the password prompt.
3. Enter bin to set the transfer type.
4. Enter cd /pub/networking/software.
5. Enter get
filename to transfer the file to your computer, then quit.
CompuServe
1. Login to CompuServe.
2. Go to the “hp” service.
3. Select “HP Systems, Disks, Tapes, etc.”
4. Select “Networking Products” library.
5.
$OWNLOAD filename and then quit.
HP BBS
Set your modem to no parity, eightbits, 1stop bit,set speed up to 14400 bps,and with
your telecommunication program (e.g., Windows Terminal) dial(208) 344-1691in the
U.S. to get the latest software for your HP networking product. For other countries,
see http://www.hp.com/cposupport/eschome.html.
Obtain the latest console code (j3245a.exe) from
HP FTP Library: ftp ftp-boi.external.hp.com
WorldWideWeb: http://www.hp.com/go/network_city
HP BBS: [phone]
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HP FIRST Fax Retrieval Service
HP FIRST is an automated fax retrieval service that is available 24 hours a day, seven
days a week. HP FIRST provides information on the following topics:
■Product information
■Troubleshooting instructions
■Technical reviews and articles
■Configuration information
To access HP FIRST, dial one of the following phone numbers:
Additional HP Support Services
In addition to the above services, you can purchase various HP telephone support
services which provide you expert HP technical assistance:
■NetworkPhone-InSupportprovidesyousupportatan hourlyrate.IntheU.S.,
call1-800-790-5544.Inothercountries,pleasecontactyourlocalHPResponse
Center to see if this service is available in your country.
■HP SupportPack Comprehensive Network Support provides complete prob-
lem resolution for medium to large interconnected local and wide area
networks. Contact your HP Authorized Reseller or the nearest HP Sales and
Support Office for more information.
HP offers other hardware support services. Please contact your reseller for more
information.
Location Phone Number
U.S.and Canada Only Dial1(800)333-1917withyourfaxmachineortouch-tonephone
and press 1.
Outside the U.S. and Canada Dial 1 [phone] from your fax machine and press 9.
Toreceivealistofcurrentlyavailabledocuments,enterdocumentnumber19941.Theinformation
you requested will be sentto you by returnfax. For other countries, see http://www.hp.com/
cposupport/eschome.html.
CompuServe: Gohpsys
Lib7.
Downloadasfw.exe
NetworkPhone-In
Support (hourly): 1-800-790-5544
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HP AdvanceStack Switch 800T
Installation and Configuration Guide
HP J3245A
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Hewlett-Packard Company
8000 Foothills Boulevard, m/s 5551
Roseville, California 95747-5551
http://www.hp.com/go/network_city
© Copyright 1997 Hewlett-Packard Company
All Rights Reserved.
This document contains information which is protected by
copyright. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without
prior permission is prohibited, except as allowed underthe
copyright laws.
Publication Number
J3245-90001
March 1997
Applicable Product
HP J3245A
Disclaimer
The information contained in this document is subject to
change without notice.
HEWLETT-PACKARD COMPANY MAKES NO WARRANTY
OF ANY KIND WITH REGARD TO THIS MATERIAL,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Hewlett-Packard shall not
be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or
consequentialdamages in connection with the furnishing,
performance, or use of this material.
Hewlett-Packard assumes no responsibility for the use or
reliability of its software on equipment that is not furnished
by Hewlett-Packard.
Warranty
A copyof the specific warranty terms applicable to your
Hewlett-Packard products and replacement parts can be
obtained from your HP Sales and Service Office or
authorized dealer.
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Preface
Preface
Use of This Guide and Other Switch 800T
Documentation
This guide describes how to install the Switch 800T (HP J3245A) in your
network and use the console interface forthe HP AdvanceStack Switch 800T
(hereafter referred to as the “Switch 800T”).
Important! Before installing or removing a transceiver module, refer to the
specific transceiver module documentation describing these procedures.
■If you need information on specific parameters in the console interface,
refer to the online help provided in the interface.
■If you need further information on Hewlett-Packard switch technology,
refer to the HP AdvanceStack Products CD shipped with your Switch
800T.
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Preface
Overview of Console Applications
Example of the HP AdvanceStack Switch 800T withFour 100Base-TXTransceivers
installed
When powered-up in the factory default configuration, the Switch 800T-
automatically operates as a multiport learning bridge with the following
configuration:
■All ports are enabled and are members of a single broadcast domain
■Spanning tree protocol (STP) disabled
The console interface provides the following capabilities for use when you
want to move beyond this basic level of operation:
■Monitoring system performance and status
■Customizing the system configuration for improved performance and
unique system requirements
■Enabling network management (SNMP) access
■Setting passwords to help protect system security
■Downloading system software updates
■Troubleshooting
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Contents
Contents
1: Installation
Installation Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1. Install Add-In Transceivers (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
2. Verify the Switch’s Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
3. Mount the Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
4. Connect a Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
5. Complete the Network Connections to the Switch . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
6. Connect a Console Device (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Where To Go from Here . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
2: Using the Console Interface
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Starting and Ending a Console Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Main Menu Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Screen Structure and Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Using Password Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Rebooting the Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Resetting the Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
3: Configuring the Switch
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Configurable Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
System Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Port Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
IPX Service Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Internet (IP) Service Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Virtual LAN (VLAN) Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
IP Multicast (IGMP) Service Features—Multimedia Traffic Control 3-12
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Contents
SNMP Communities Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Trap Receivers Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Serial Link Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Console Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Network Monitoring Port Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Spanning Tree Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
Traffic/Security Filter Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Automatic Broadcast Control (ABC) Features—Layer 3 Switching 3-23
4: Monitoring and Analyzing Switch Operation from the
Console
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Status and Counters Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Switch Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Port Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Port Counters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Address Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Port Address Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Spanning Tree (STP) Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
IP Multicast (IGMP) Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
Automatic Broadcast Control (ABC) Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
Event Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15
5: Using SNMP To Monitor and Manage the Switch
SNMP Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
SNMP Configuration Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
6: Using the Advanced Commands
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
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