Dell PowerConnect B-FCXs - Connecting Network Equipment to B-FCX Device

20 PowerConnect B-Series FCX/FCXS Getting Started Guide
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Syntax: [no] ip address <ip-addr>/<mask-bits>
Syntax: ip default-gateway <ip-addr>
Before connecting equipment to a Layer 3 switch, you must assign an interface IP address to the subnet on which
the router will be located. Refer to your B-FCX hardware installation guide for instructions to configure IP addresses
on devices running and Layer 3 software.
Connecting network equipment to B-FCX device
Once you power on the device and assign IP addresses, the system is ready to accept network equipment. Refer to
your B-FCX device hardware installation guide for the following instructions:
• Configuring IP parameters for devices running Layer 2 and 3 software
• Connecting to network devices such as routers, workstations, switches, and hubs.
• Connectors
• Cable specifications
• Testing connectivity
• Troubleshooting network connections
Once equipment is connected, you can continue configuring B-FCX devices using the CLI or management interface.
Refer to instructions in the appropriate device configuration guide.