Cisco 300 Series User Manual

Introduction
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• Running a Telnet session from a command prompt on a computer with a
network connection to the switch.
• Using SSH.
NOTE Telnet and SSH are disabled by default on the switch.
If access is via a Telnet connection, ensure that the following conditions are met
before using CLI commands:
• The switch has a defined IP address.
• Corresponding management access is granted.
• There is an IP path such that the computer and the switch can reach each
other.
Using HyperTerminal over the Console Interface
The switch’s RS-232 serial console port provides a direct connection to a
computer’s serial port using a standard DB-9 null-modem or crossover cable.
After the computer and switch are connected, run a terminal application to access
the CLI.
The terminal emulator must be configured to databits=8 and parity=none.
Click Enter twice, so that the device sets the serial port speed to match the PC's
serial port speed.
When the
CLI appears, enter cisco at the User Name prompt and press Enter.
The switchxxxxxx# prompt is displayed. You can now enter CLI commands to
manage the switch. For detailed information on CLI commands, refer to the
appropriate chapter(s) of this reference guide.
Using Telnet over an Ethernet Interface
Telnet provides a method of connecting to the CLI over an IP network.
To establish a telnet session from the command prompt, perform the following
steps:

Cisco 300 Series Specifications

General

Model	Cisco 300 Series
Category	Switch
Dimensions	Varies by model
Weight	Varies by model
Power over Ethernet (PoE)	Available on select models
Management	Web-based GUI, SNMP, CLI
VLANs	Up to 256
Security Features	ACLs, 802.1X, Port Security
Humidity	10% to 90% non-condensing
Ports	8, 16, 24, 48