Owner`s manual

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Network Management
This chapter describes how to manage the DEChub 900 MultiSwitch and the net-
work modules installed in your DEChub 900 MultiSwitch by using in-band manage-
ment and Out-of-Band (OBM) management.
Managing Network Modules In-Band
You can manage both 900-series and 90-series modules in-band with the DEChub
900 MultiSwitch. In-band management is generally performed with the HUBwatch
network management application; however, 900-series and 90-series modules can
be managed in-band through other network management stations that support Sim-
ple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). You can manage modules in-band and
out-of-band concurrently by assigning your hub IP address for in-band and out-of-
band access. There are three methods for managing network modules in-band:
• Using the in-band IP address of the Hub Manager. This is the preferred
method for managing hubs.
• Using the out-of-band IP address of the Hub Manager. This is the method
for managing hubs using the Hub Manager’s out-of-band port with an
associated IP address.
• Using the IP address of the DECagent 90. This method is available for
migrating your existing DEChub 90 environment to the DEChub 900
MultiSwitch chassis.