Getting Started
Related Publications
Keys
Simulations of actual keys use a bold, sans-serif typeface with square brackets.
For example, the “Tab” key appears as
[Tab], and the “Y” key appears as [Y].
Related Publications
Software Release Notes. Release notes are posted on the HP Procurve
website and provide information on new software updates:
■ New features and how to configure and use them
■ Software management, including downloading software to the switch
■ Software fixes addressed in current and previous releases
To view and download a copy of the latest release notes for your switch, see
“Getting Documentation From the Web” on page 1-6.
Product Notes and Software Update Information. The printed Read Me
First shipped with your switch provides product notes, and other information.
For the latest version, refer to
“Getting Documentation From the Web” on
page 1-6.
Installation and Getting Started Guide. Use the Installation and Get-
ting Started Guide shipped with your switch to prepare for and perform the
physical installation. This guide also steps you through connecting the switch
to your network and assigning IP addressing, as well as describing the LED
indications for correct operation and trouble analysis. A PDF version of this
guide is also provided on the Product Documentation CD-ROM shipped with
the switch. And you can download a copy from the HP Procurve website. (See
“Getting Documentation From the Web” on page 1-6.)
Management and Configuration Guide. Use the Management and Con-
figuration Guide for information on:
■ Using the command line (CLI), Menu interface, and web browser interface
■ Learning how memory operates in the switch
■ IP addressing
■ Time protocols
■ Port configuration options
■ Interaction with network management applications
■ File transfers, including operation systems, configuration files, ACL com-
mand files, and diagnostic data files
■ Monitoring and troubleshooting switch software operation
■ MAC addressing
■ Daylight time rules
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