Use this procedure to configure the management Ethernet interface on NCS 1004. Assign an IP address and subnet mask, and add a static default route to enable connectivity with remote management stations or TFTP servers.
Establish management connectivity for NCS 1004 by setting up its management Ethernet interface.
Before you begin
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Consult your network administrator or system planner to obtain IP addresses and a subnet mask for the management port.
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Ensure that the management port is physically connected to the management network.
Procedure
| 1. | Enter configuration mode. Example: |
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| 2. | Use the interface mgmtEth rack/slot/instance/port command to enter the interface configuration mode for the management interface. Example: |
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| 3. | Use the ipv4 address ipv4-address subnet-mask command to assign an IP address and a subnet mask to the interface. Example: |
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| 4. | Use the no shutdown command to bring the interface up. Example: |
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| 5. | Exit the interface configuration mode. Example: |
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| 6. | Use the router static address-family ipv4 unicast command to configure a default static route. Example:Specifies the IP address of the default gateway to configure a static route. Use this IP address for communication with devices on other networks. |
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| 7. | Use the commit or end command.
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The management Ethernet interface is configured with an IP address, subnet mask, and default route, enabling remote management connectivity.
What to do next
Proceed to configure Telnet and SSH access for remote administration, if required.