Allied Telesis IE200 Series - Manual (Page 59)

Chapter 5: Powering on the Switch
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Starting a Management Session
You can use the following methods and tools to manage the switch:
 Local management
 Telnet client
 Secure shell client
 HTTP non-secure and HTTPs secure Web browser
 SNMPv1, v2C, v3
Local Management
Local management uses the console port on the switch. It is commonly referred to as out-of-band
management because the management sessions are not conducted over your network. The requirements for
local management are:
 A terminal or computer with a terminal emulator program
 An RJ-45 management cable
This management method uses the command line interface, which gives you access to all of the features and
parameters on the switch. For instructions on how to start a local management session, refer to “Starting a
Local Management Session” on page 61.
Telnet Management
The switch has a Telnet server. You can use the server to manage the unit over your network with the
Telnet application protocol. It is commonly referred to as in-band management because it is conducted over
the network. The requirements for Telnet management are:
 Your management workstation must have a Telnet client.
 The Telnet server on the switch must be activated. By default, the Telnet server is
activated.
 The switch must have an IP address, either from DHCP or statically assigned.
 You must be able to reach the switch from your management workstation.
Telnet management uses the command-line interface, giving you access to all of the features and parameter
settings on the switch.
Telnet management sessions are not secure and are vulnerable to snooping because the packets exchanged
between the switch and your workstation are sent in plain text. The security of the switch may be
jeopardized if an intruder captures the packet containing your username and password. For secure remote
management, see “Secure Shell Management” on page 60.