Powering on the switch

Before powering on the switch, verify that the following conditions are met:

• The power cord is correctly connected.

• The input power voltage meets the requirement of the switch.

• The console cable is correctly connected.

• The configuration terminal (a PC, for example) has started, and its serial port settings are consistent with the console port settings on the switch.

Power on the switch. During the startup process, you can access Boot ROM menus to perform tasks such as software upgrade and file management. The Boot ROM interface and menu options differ with software versions. For more information about Boot ROM menu options, see the software-matching release notes for the device.

After the startup completes, you can access the CLI to configure the switch.

For more information about the configuration commands and CLI, see HPE FlexNetwork 5130 EI Switch Series Configuration Guides and HPE FlexNetwork 5130 EI Switch Series Command References.