Cisco Catalyst Express 500-24LC - Page 6

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User Guide for the Catalyst Express 500 Switches
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CHAPTER 2 Setup and Installation 2-1
Set Up the Switch for the First Time 2-2
Network Settings 2-2
Optional Settings 2-5
Install the Switch 2-5
Warnings 2-6
Installation Guidelines 2-9
Rack-Mounting 2-10
Desktop-Mounting 2-11
Wall-Mounting 2-12
Display the Device Manager 2-13
Secured Sessions with the Switch 2-13
When You Are Done 2-14
CHAPTER 3 Customization 3-1
Optimize Ports through Smartports Port Roles 3-2
What Are Smartports Port Roles 3-2
Recommended Smartports Assignments 3-5
Avoid Smartports Mismatches 3-6
Apply Roles to Ports 3-6
Customize Port Role Attributes 3-7
Change VLAN Memberships 3-7
Change the Server Priorities 3-8
Update Basic Port Settings 3-9
Control Access to the Switch 3-11