Configure ENSER-8
This article explains the basics on how to configure the ENSER-8 (Cisco IE-3000-8TC).
Contents
Connect to the switch
To configure the switch use the cable that came with the switch and connect to the console port.
Use a terminal that supports serial, for example PuTTY
- Baud rate default is 9600
- Data bits default is 8
- Stop bits default is 1
- Parity settings default is none
Initial Configuration Information
To set up the switch, you need to complete the setup program, which runs automatically after the switch is powered on.
Setup Program
Step 1
Enter yes at these two prompts:
Would you like to enter the initial configuration dialog? [yes/no]: yes
Would you like to enter basic management setup? [yes/no]: yes
Step 2
Enter a hostname for the switch, and press Return.
Enter host name [Switch]: host_name
Understanding Command Modes
The Cisco user interface is divided into many different modes.
The commands available depend on which mode you are currently in.
Entering a question mark (?) will give you a list of commands available for each mode.
The four most used modes are:
- User EXEC
- Privileged EXEC
- Global configuration
- Interface configuration
Additional documentation
For more documentation, please visit the Zenitel web page: https://www.zenitel.com/product/enser-8
Cisco Industrial Ethernet 3000 Switches
Cisco IE-3000-8TC Software Configuration Guide
