5–Managing Switches
Configuring a Switch
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Figure 5-13. System Services Dialog Box
The following system services are available:
Embedded GUI (Graphical User Interface)—enables users to point a
browser at the switch and use the Enterprise Fabric Suite application.
GUI Mgmt—enables out-of-band management of the switch from the switch
management application (GUI). If this service is disabled, the switch cannot
be specified as the entry switch for a fabric in the GUI, but can still be
managed through an in-band connection.
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer)—enables secure encrypted communications
between the switch management application (GUI) and the switch. SSL
must be enabled to configure device security and RADIUS servers. SSL
certificates are generated on the switch with the switch date/time and
validated with the workstation’s date/time. If the switch and workstation
date/time are not synchronized, invalid certificates are generated and
prevent an SSL connection from being established between the switch and
NOTE:
Use caution when disabling the Embedded GUI, GUI Mgmt, and Telnet
options, as it is possible to disable all access to the switch except through a
serial connection.