4 Web-based Switch Configuration D-Link Smart Managed Switch User Manual
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Login Timeout: The Login Timeout controls the idle time-out period for security purposes, and when there is
no action for a specific time span in the Web-based Management. If the current session times out (expires),
the user is required a re-login before using the Web-based Management again. Selective range is from 3 to
30 minutes, and the default setting is 5 minutes.
System > Password
Setting a password is a critical tool for managers to secure the Web-Smart Switch. The password field
supports up to 20 characters and special characters (? ; “ <space>) are not accepted.
Figure 4.27 – System > Password Access Control
System > Port Settings
In the Port Setting page, the status of all ports can be monitored and configured. The configuration can be
made by a port or by a range of ports (From Port and To Port). Refresh button helps to get the latest
information.
Figure 4.28 – System > Port Settings
Speed: Gigabit Fiber connections can operate in 1000M Auto or Disabled. Copper connections can operate
in Forced Mode settings (1000M Full, 100M Full, 100M Half, 10M Full, 10M Half), Auto, or Disabled. The
default setting for all ports is Auto.
NOTE:
Be sure to adjust port speed settings
appropriately after changing the connected cable
media types.
NOTE: All ports do not support MDI/MDI-X
function when the speed links to 1000M force
mode.
MDI/MDIX:
A medium dependent interface (MDI) port is an Ethernet port connection typically used on the Network
Interface Card (NIC) or Integrated NIC port on a PC. Switches and hubs usually use Medium dependent
interface crossover (MDIX) interface. When connecting the Switch to end stations, user have to use
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