SMC Networks SMCGS10C-Smart User Manual

C HAPTER 7 | Performing System Maintenance
Managing Configuration Files
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3. Click the Upload button to upgrade the switch’s firmware.
After the software image is uploaded, a page announces that the firmware
update has been initiated. After about a minute, the firmware is updated
and the switch is rebooted.
C AUTION : While the firmware is being updated, Web access appears to be
defunct. The front LED flashes Green/Off at a frequency of 10 Hz while the
firmware update is in progress. Do not reset or power off the device at this
time or the switch may fail to function afterwards.
Figure 133: Software Upload
MANAGING CONFIGURATION FILES
Use the Maintenance Configuration pages to save the current configuration
to a file on your computer, or to restore previously saved configuration
settings to the switch.
SAVING
CONFIGURATION
SETTINGS
Use the Configuration Save page to save the current configuration settings
to a file on your local management station.
PATH
Maintenance, Configuration, Save
WEB INTERFACE
To save your current configuration settings:
1. Click Maintenance, Configuration, Save.
2. Click the “Save configuration” button.
3. Specify the directory and name of the file under which to save the
current configuration settings.
The configuration file is in XML format. The configuration parameters are
represented as attribute values. When saving the configuration from the
switch, the entire configuration including syntax descriptions is included in
the file. The file may be modified using an editor and loaded to a switch.

SMC Networks SMCGS10C-Smart Specifications

General

Brand	SMC Networks
Model	SMCGS10C-Smart
Category	Network Router
Language	English

Summary

Warranty and Product Registration

About This Guide

Section I Getting Started

Introduction

Overview of switch features and management capabilities.

Initial Switch Configuration

Steps for connecting and performing basic configuration of the switch.

Section II Web Configuration

Using the Web Interface

Accessing and navigating the switch's web-based management interface.

Configuring the Switch

Basic configuration tasks for system information, IP, NTP, and logging.

Monitoring the Switch

Monitoring system information, CPU utilization, logs, and port status.

Performing Basic Diagnostics

Testing network connectivity using Ping and cable diagnostics.

Performing System Maintenance

Maintenance tasks: restarting, restoring defaults, and upgrading firmware.

Section III Appendices

Software Specifications

Lists the switch's supported software features, class of service, and management protocols.

Troubleshooting

Common problems and solutions for accessing the management interface and system logs.

License Information

Details the GNU General Public License terms for the product's software.