Switch Configuration Overview

NOTE: The Switch Configuration Link will only be present if the selected controller supports this feature.

In the following screens, you will be asked a few simple questions that will allow you to configure your Switch. You will have a chance to review your choices and make changes before they are saved.

During the Switch Configuration Task, you will be shown various options depending on how your Switch is currently configured and the controller's capabilities. The Switch Configuration Task allows you up to two methods for configuring your Switch. You can use the Switch Configuration Utility to perform detailed parameter configurations, or continue to use ACU's Switch Configuration Task for basic parameter configuration.

Switch Selection Page



On this screen, the Switch Configuration Task will ask you to select the Switch you would like to configure. ACU will only display the Switch(es) available for configuration on the currently selected controller.

Select Method to configure Switch Page



On this screen, the Switch Configuration Task will ask you to select the method you would like to use to configure your Switch. ACU offers two choices to perform configuration. You may choose to continue using ACU's Switch Configuration Task or you may choose to use the Switch Configuration Utility embedded on the Switch's firmware. The Utility is activated by the Switch's IP address. The Utility allows you to set more advanced parameters in addition to those offered by ACU.

NOTE: The Switch Configuration Utility will not be an option until the Switch's status has been set to Active. You can use ACU's Switch Configuration Task to set the Switch to Active.

The options and dialogs that will be presented on this page will vary depending on the Switch's status. For example, the choices may be different for a Switch that has a status set to Active versus that of status set to Inactive.

Configure Switch Parameters Page



On this screen, the Switch Configuration Task will allow you to view current parameters of the Switch, and set new values for the Switch.

Switch Parameter Configuration View



Use this view to enter new values for the Switch's parameters. Once all of the desired information has been entered correctly, simply click on the finish link at the bottom of the page to have the new configuration saved for the Switch.

Switch Progress Bar



During the Switch Configuration Task the progress bar at the bottom of the screen will track the status of the configuration.

Important Note: In addition, during the Switch Configuration Task, the following links or combinations of links may be present depending on the current action:

Begin
Select the Begin link to start the configuration process.

Next
Select the Next link to apply your current choice and proceed to the next step in the configuration process.

Cancel
Select the Cancel link to quit the Switch Configuration Task and discard any changes. This action will return you to the Main page with the previous configuration.

Finish
Select the Finish link to save the changes made by the Switch Configuration Task. When successfully saved you will be notified and the Main Menu link will appear and allow you to return to the Main page.