Configuring a management Ethernet interface

A management interface uses an RJ-45 connector. You can connect the interface to a PC for software loading and system debugging, or connect it to a remote NMS for remote system management.

To configure a management Ethernet interface:

Step

Command

Remarks

1. Enter system view.

system-view

N/A

2. Enter management Ethernet interface view.

interface M-GigabitEthernet interface-number

N/A

3. (Optional.) Set the interface description.

description text

The default setting is M-GigabitEthernet0/0/0 Interface.

4. (Optional.) Shut down the interface.

shutdown

By default, the management Ethernet interface is up.