Enterasys Matrix E1 1G694-13 Specifications

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Assigning Templates to Device TypesConfiguration templates are grouped according to device type in the left−panel Configuration Templates tab.Inventor

Specify the Download Type option. The download will be performed in parallel(simultaneously) on the number of devices specified in the Groups of field

Firmware DiscoveryInventory Manager provides convenient and powerful tools for managing firmware and boot PROM imageson your network devices. To take

Adding New Firmware ImagesOnce you have done an initial firmware discovery, you can add new firmware to the left−panel FirmwareMgmt tab using these in

How to Import a DatabaseYou can import a database that was saved in Inventory Manager release 1.4 into this version of InventoryManager. The import wi

How to InitializeInventory Database ComponentsInventory Manager provides a way for you to initialize the Inventory Manager components in the NetSightD

How to Manage SNMP PasswordsUse this tab to collectively manage the credentials that have been set on your network's devices.Instructions for:Set

ButtonsTestThis button lets you test to verify that the credential in the "Use for Set" column can access theapplicable MIBs on the device.A

How to Manage Users and GroupsUse the Users and Groups tab (via the Authorization/Device Access tool) to specify users who are authorizedto access the

Never Redirect SNMP to the NetSight Server − SNMP requests are always madefrom the client system.• These settings have no effect when both the client

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Click or choose Authorization/Device Access from the Tools menu. The Authorization/DeviceAccess window opens with the Users/Groups tab selected.1. C

How to Push Local Firmwareto the ServerThe Push Local Firmware to Server window gives a remote client the ability to send a local firmware or bootPROM

How to Reset a DeviceUse the Reset Device Wizard to reset a single device, multiple devices, or even multiple device groups. Thewizard lets you reset

Click Start to initiate the resets. Resets occur one at a time, continuing only after a device isfully booted.c. After the reset operation is complete

How to Restore an ArchiveYou can restore saved (archived) device configuration files to devices using the Restore Wizard. Savedconfigurations are list

table settings. You can access the Table Tools through a right−mouse click on a columnheading or anywhere in the table body, or by clicking the Table

Server Configuration ConsiderationsThis Help topic provides configuration information for the NetSight Server, such as running the server in anon−DNS

Edit the HOSTNAME variable at the top of the file to:HOSTNAME="<server IP address>"For example, HOSTNAME="123.123.123.123"2.

How to Set a File Transfer MethodYou can select a file transfer method for a specific device, or specify a default transfer method for an entiredevice

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Table of ContentsFirmware Upgrade WizardReset Devices: Timed Reset Not Supported Window...

How to Set a Reference ImageA firmware or boot PROM reference is the image you designate as the preferred image for a specific binaryfamily of devices

How to Set OptionsUse the Options window to set options for NetSight functions on a suite−wide and per−application basis. TheOptions window has a righ

How to SetInventory Manager OptionsUse the Options window (Tools > Options) to set options for the Inventory Manager application. In theOptions win

Firmware Server window opens where you can edit certain server properties.To remove a server, select a server and click Remove Server.5. After you hav

Firmware Mgmt tree when you perform a firmware discovery.) If you are using an FTP server on aremote system, be sure to use the UNC standard described

Select Tools > Options in the menu bar. The Options window opens.1. In the left−panel tree, expand the Inventory Manager folder and select Services

How to Set UpAlternate Firmware Download ServersAlternate firmware download servers allow you to perform remote firmware downloads without having tore

Firmware Server window opens where you can edit certain server properties.To remove a server, select a server and click Remove Server.5. Click OK to s

After you have configured your alternate servers, and created and assigned your firmware records, you mustspecify which alternate firmware download se

FTP Server SetupBefore you can perform Inventory Manager archive operations or firmware/boot PROM upgrades using anFTP server, you must configure your

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root of the drive (e.g. C:\ or D:\).If you are using an FTP server on a remote system,use the Universal Naming Convention (UNC) whenspecifying the roo

device, all archive save and restore operations and firmware/boot PROM upgrades on that device will beperformed using the specified method. All device

TFTP Server SetupInventory Manager provides the NetSight TFTP service to download firmware and boot PROM images tonetwork devices, and save and restor

Configuring the NetSight TFTP ServiceWhen you install Inventory Manager, TFTP server properties are configured with the default settings for theNetSig

−− If your TFTP server is not configured with aTFTP root directory, change the TFTP root directoryhere to the root of the drive (e.g. C:\ or D:\)

Configuring the NetSight TFTP Service on a ClientA NetSight TFTP service is installed on a client workstation as part of the Client−Only configuration

How to Stop and Start the NetSight ServerThis Help topic provides steps for manually stopping and starting the NetSight server.Instructions on:Stoppin

Stop Server − Stops only the NetSight Server. • Restart Server − Stops the server and then starts it up again immediately, or just starts theserver if

How to Stop and StartNetSight ServicesWhen you install Inventory Manager, you have the option of enabling NetSight versions of TFTP and BOOTP(Windows

for NetSight Client views.)Restart running services − Stops all services that are currently running, and starts them upagain immediately.• Stop runni

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StoppingStopping the Services Manager stops all running NetSight services.Go to the Taskbar Notification Area of your desktop (on the lower right of y

How to Track a DeviceThe Track Device window lets you to track a device based on the device's serial number or MAC address.This allows you to vie

How to Upgrade Boot PROMUse the Boot PROM Upgrade Wizard to easily upgrade the boot PROM images on your network devices.Instructions on:Preparing to U

Downgrade the boot PROM on a network device using the Boot PROM Upgrade Wizard.Do not proceed to the Reset Devices portion of the wizard, instead sele

left−panel Network Elements tab, the selected device(s) will be automaticallydisplayed under Selected Devices.Assign a boot PROM to each device type o

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How to Upgrade FirmwareUse the Firmware Upgrade Wizard to easily upgrade the firmware images on your network devices. Thewizard gives you the flexibil

Restoring configurations from different firmware revisions carries the same risk. Should you needto downgrade your firmware to an earlier version, it

select the device with default context (switch mode).The devices are listed in the Selected Devices table. Devices that do not support firmwaredownloa

If you are resetting devices that do not support Timed Reset, you will see a window listing thosedevices.In the Selected column, select the devices th

Inventory Manager HelpWelcome to the online help system for Enterasys NetSight® Inventory Manager. Inventory Manager is acomprehensive tool that provi

Use the drop−down list to select the month you want the download to start. A calendarcorresponding to the selected month is displayed. Select the desi

How to Usethe BOOTP ServiceNOTE: The instructions contained in this Help Topic are for Windows users only. Solaris usersshould see their operating sys

hexadecimal integer, or a symbolic name. The value "1" represents 10Mb Ethernet (based onindustry standard BOOTP implementation).ha= −− Spec

Capacity PlanningInventory Manager's Capacity Planning tool lets you quickly prepare valuable network inventory planningreports. The tool provide

Chassis Capacity ReportGenerate a report on the capacity and usage of certain chassiscomponents such as submodules, power supplies, and control module

Chassis Capacity ReportUse the Capacity Planning tool to generate a report on your network chassis utilization. The Show Details onChassis Capacity an

Report TemplatesLists the available report templates. Each report template is designed to answer a specific capacityplanning question.Saved ReportsLis

Select Targets WindowUse this window to select the target devices for your report and add filters to further refine the list of devices,if desired. Fo

Match Any − A device can match any of the filter−in filters to be included as a target. Forexample, if you have selected the Grouped By device group a

Use data collected as ofReport data will be collected based on the date selected here. Calculations are based on the lastarchive preceding the specifi

need information. If the full graphic is not displayed in the help window when it first loads, you may need toclick once on the graphic to display it

Your selection in the tree determines the results displayed in the table. As you change your selection in thetree, the table is updated with the resul

device in the target device tree, the information displayed pertains to the chassis the device resides in,except for the Submodules column which repor

Click the graphic for more information.DisplayUse these radio buttons to select how you would like the results data displayed.Target Device TreeDispla

view is most useful at the chassis type level. In most cases, your report will be generated using current data.However, if you generated your report b

DisplayUse these radio buttons to select how you would like the results data displayed.Target Device TreeDisplays your target groups and devices. Your

using current data. However, if you generated your report based on historical data, the report will use devicedata saved in the last archive preceding

The number of power supplies installed in the chassis.Fabric Module CapacityThe fabric module capacity for the chassis.Fabric Modules InstalledThe num

Component Change ReportUse the Capacity Planning tool to generate a report on field replaceable/upgradeable components (FRUs) inyour network devices t

Report TemplatesLists the available report templates. Each report template is designed to answer a specific capacityplanning question.Saved ReportsLis

Select Targets WindowUse this window to select the target devices for your report and add filters to further refine the list of devices,if desired. Fo

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device group and the 6C107 device group, any device that is in the 6C105 or 6C107 devicegroup will be included as a target.Match All − A device must m

FRU Types to IncludeUse the checkboxes in this window to select specific FRU types for your report. Select the "Any"checkbox for a report on

Submodule −− an expansion module installed on an existing chassis module or standalonedevice that adds ports to the existing device. This should not b

archive in the time period.Include all dates −− The report will use the first and last archives that exist for your targetdevices.• Current Day −− The

The Summary by FRU Type view displays report data organized by FRU type, providing an easy way to viewtop−level information and quickly determine wher

Device Count, Sufficient DataThe total number of target devices, followed by the number of devices with sufficient data to reportresults. A device is

DisplayUse these radio buttons to select how you would like the results data displayed.Target Device TreeDisplays your target groups and devices. Your

FRU NameThe specific name of the FRU component that was added.FRU TypeThe type of FRU that was added.DescriptionA description of the FRU component tha

select an individual device to see results for just that device. When you change your selection in thetree, the table is updated with the relevant inf

DisplayUse these radio buttons to select how you would like the results data displayed.Target Device TreeDisplays your target groups and devices. Your

BOOTP Server SoftwareThe BOOTP server software used with this product is a copyrighted product of Carnegie Mellon University,1988, 1991, All Rights Re

FRU NameThe specific name of the FRU component.DescriptionA description of the FRU component.FRU TypeThe type of FRU.DateThe date and time the report

Field Replaceable Unit (FRU) ReportUse the Capacity Planning tool to generate a report on field replaceable/upgradeable components (FRUs) inyour netwo

Report TemplatesLists the available report templates. Each report template is designed to answer a specific capacityplanning question.Saved ReportsLis

Select Targets WindowUse this window to select the target devices for your report and add filters to further refine the list of devices,if desired. Fo

E7 device will be included as a target.Match All − A device must match all of the filter−in filters to be included as a target. Forexample, if you ha

FRU Types to IncludeUse the checkboxes in this window to select specific FRU types for your report. Select the "Any"checkbox for a report on

For example, the 6E129−26 has two PIM slots, which would not be included in the definitionof a submodule. These PIMs would be reported as port FRUs.Sp

FRU Results WindowUse this window to view the report data. The radio buttons at the top of the right panel let you select variousways to display the r

DisplayUse these radio buttons to select how you would like the results data displayed.Target Device TreeDisplays your target groups and devices. Your

DescriptionA description of the FRU component.FRU NameThe specific name of the FRU component.Total InstalledThe total number of FRUs of that type/desc

This computer software may be:3. Used or copied for use in or with the computer or computers for which it was acquired,including use at any Government

DisplayUse these radio buttons to select how you would like the results data displayed.Target Device TreeDisplays your target groups and devices. Your

DescriptionA description of the FRU component.ChassisThe ID assigned to the chassis where the FRU resides. This is usually a serial number or MACaddre

Submodule Capacity ReportYou can use the Capacity Planning Tool to generate a report on your network's submodule capacity andusage. The Show Deta

Report TemplatesLists the available report templates. Each report template is designed to answer a specific capacityplanning question.Saved ReportsLis

Select Targets WindowUse this window to select the target devices for your report and add filters to further refine the list of devices,if desired. Fo

Match Any − A device can match any of the filter−in filters to be included as a target. Forexample, if you have selected the Grouped By device group a

Use data collected as ofReport data will be collected based on the date selected here. Calculations are based on the lastarchive preceding the specifi

where it resides.Your selection in the tree determines the results displayed in the table. For example, you can select a chassisgroup and view report

Device Count, Sufficient DataThe total number of target devices, followed by the number of devices with sufficient data to reportresults. If you gener

DisplayUse these radio buttons to select how you would like the results data displayed.Target Device TreeDisplays your target groups and devices. Your

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CUSTOMER RELEASE NOTESEnterasys NetSight® Inventory ManagerVersion 2.2August, 2006INTRODUCTION:Refer to the Addendum section at the end of this docume

# with Submodules InstalledThe number of devices of that type with installed submodules.Total Submodule CapacityThe total submodule capacity for this

The total number of target devices, followed by the number of devices with sufficient data to reportresults. If you generated the report using histor

Use these radio buttons to select how you would like the results data displayed.Target Device TreeDisplays your target groups and devices. Your select

window opens where you can name your exported file, select the file extension, and navigate to afolder/directory where you want save the file.Save/Sav

Used/Unused Ports ReportUse the Capacity Planning tool to generate a report on your network front−panel port utilization. TheUsed/Unused Ports report

Report TemplatesLists the available report templates. Each report template is designed to answer a specific capacityplanning question.Saved ReportsLis

Select Targets WindowUse this window to select the target devices for your report and add filters to further refine the list of devices,if desired. Fo

Lists any filters applied to your selected targets. Click the Add Filters button to open the Add Filterswindow and create your filters.Filter In TypeI

Port TypeSelect the "Any port type" checkbox for a report on all listed port types, or select individual port typesof interest. Select the &

Fiber FX −− Fiber Fast Ethernet.• Empty PIM Slot −− A device port that can accept a Port Interface Module (PIM). PIMs allowyou to add ports of various

troubleshooting network problems. Inventory Manager's Wizards let you easily perform routine network taskssuch as configuration backups and firmw

For the PeriodSelect a time period for your report. The report is generated using device data saved in archiveoperations performed on the targeted dev

the last six months.Retrieve current data from devicesThis checkbox is available when you select a time period where the End date is the current date.

DisplayUse these radio buttons to select how you would like the results data displayed.Target Device TreeDisplays your target groups and devices. Your

the port's link status for either sample is LINK, or• the port's link status for both samples is NO LINK, but the bytes transferred values f

DisplayUse these radio buttons to select how you would like the results data displayed.Target Device TreeDisplays your target groups and devices. Your

the port's link status for either sample is LINK, or• the port's link status for both samples is NO LINK, but the bytes transferred values f

Depending on your selection in the tree, you can see report results summarized for all the devices in a group,or for an individual device.Click the gr

port type, due to different media types and connectors being used.The report is generated based on the first and last data samples in the time period

Port Results − Port DetailsThe Port Details view provides an easy way to look at port information for a specific device. Depending onyour selection in

The Port Details table displays information for each port on the target devices. The report is generated basedon the first and last data samples in th

It is recommended that you thoroughly review this document prior to installing or upgrading thisproduct.SOFTWARE CHANGES AND ENHANCEMENTSSoftware Enha

Save/Save AsOpens the Save Report window where you can name a report and then save it so that you can run thereport again. You can also select a check

Used/Unused Slots ReportUse the Capacity Planning tool to generate a report on your network chassis slot utilization. The Used/UnusedSlots report prov

Report TemplatesLists the available report templates. Each report template is designed to answer a specific capacityplanning question.Saved ReportsLis

Select Targets WindowUse this window to select the target devices for your report and add filters to further refine the list of devices,if desired. Fo

TargetsThis panel displays your Network Elements tree. Expand the tree to select the target device group orindividual device for your report. In most

Add Filters ButtonOpens the Add Filters window, where you can create filters to further qualify the list of devices foryour report.Clear Filters Butto

archive preceding the specified date. Only archive operations that are configured to archive capacityplanning data will be used. If there is no archiv

DisplayUse these radio buttons to select how you would like the results data displayed.Target Device TreeDisplays your target groups and devices. Your

NOTE: Devices that do not return information for certain report requests will display"Unsupported" in the results table entry. If a chassis

DisplayUse these radio buttons to select how you would like the results data displayed.Target Device TreeDisplays your target groups and devices. Your

FEATURE/FIRMWARE SUPPORT:The following tables show support for various Inventory Manager features based on product family/devicetype and firmware vers

NOTE: Devices that do not return information for certain report requests will display"Unsupported" in the results table entry. If a chassis

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Inventory Manager WizardsInventory Manager's Wizards let you easily perform routine network tasks such as configuration backups andfirmware upgra

Archive WizardUse the Archive Wizard to archive device configuration data and/or capacity planning data. Archiving deviceconfiguration data lets you c

NameEnter a name for the archive operation.DescriptionEnter a description (optional) of the archive operation.Archive SetupArchive TypeSelect the appr

Device Selection WindowUse this window to select the devices to include in the archive.NOTE: If you select multiple tree nodes representing the same d

TIP: If you open the Archive Wizard from a device or device group in the left−panelNetwork Elements tab, the selected device or device group will be a

SelectedUse the checkboxes in this column to select or deselect specific devices to be archived. For example,if you selected a device group in the pre

Restore WizardUse the Restore Wizard to restore saved (archived) device configuration files to one or more devices. Savedconfigurations are listed in

ArchivesThis panel displays your current archives just as they are listed in the left−panel Archive Mgmt tab. Beloweach archive name are the archive v

Table 3: Feature Support SecureStack C2C2Download FirmwareSupported:4.00.xxDownload Boot PROM Not SupportedDownload Config TemplateSupported:4.00.xxSa

ArchiveThe name of the archive operation that saved the configuration.Version DateThe date and time that the archive operation was performed.FW MatchA

Show all devices/Show only incomplete and failedOnce the restore operation starts, the device list table updates with status information for each devi

button in the upper left corner of the table (if you have the row count columndisplayed). For more information, see Table Tools.Status SummaryOnce th

Reset Device WizardUse the Reset Device Wizard to reset a single device, multiple devices, or even multiple device groups. TheReset Device Wizard allo

TIP: If you open the Reset Device Wizard from a device or device group in the left−panelNetwork Elements tab, the selected device(s) will be automatic

Show devices not supporting timed resetThis window lists those devices that support Timed Reset. Select this checkbox to include devices thatdo not su

Enter the amount of time (in seconds) until the device resets after the reset operation begins. Forexample, if you start the reset operation at 4:00 p

Device List TableLists those devices that do not support timed reset. Once the reset operation has started, you mustclick Refresh to update the device

Firmware Upgrade WizardUse the Firmware Upgrade Wizard to easily upgrade the firmware images on your network devices. Thewizard gives you the flexibil

operation. When selecting your devices, make sure that any device with SNMP context has accessto the required MIBs, or select the device with default

Supported:3.04.04.xxSupported:3.05.06.xxSupported:3.05.06.xxTable 6: Feature Support Matrix E55xxxx−xxDownload FirmwareSupported:3.00.xxDownload Boot

Firmware VersionThe current firmware version installed in the device.Firmware DownloadA indicates the device supports the ability to download firmwa

AssignmentsThis table lists the device types of all the devices selected for the firmware upgrade. Select a device type todisplay compatible firmware

The firmware image assigned to the device type.Image ListThis table lists all the compatible firmware images for the device type selected in the Assig

Click the graphic for more information.Show all devices/Show only incomplete and failedOnce the upgrade operation starts, the device list table update

to the status of the operation.TIP: Use the table options and tools to find, filter, sort, print, and export information in a tableand customize table

NameEnter a name for the scheduled download, or use the default name which is based on the date theschedule is created.ScheduleSelect DateUse the drop

Schedules the download operation. When the scheduled download is performed, you can monitor theprogress, if desired, via the Active Status panel, just

Show devices that failed firmware upgradeSelect this checkbox to include devices that failed the firmware upgrade.Device List TableA list of the devic

Once the reset operation has started, use the Refresh button to update the device information in thetable.Reset Devices: Timed Reset Not Supported Win

there may be multiple DFE modules in the chassis.Firmware Version − Shows the current firmware version installed in the device. Followingthe reset, th

5.13.xx 5.13.xxRestore ArchiveSupported:5.13.xxSupported:5.13.xxReset DeviceSupported:5.13.xxSupported:5.13.xxTable 9: Feature Support Matrix V−Series

Boot PROM Upgrade WizardUse the Boot PROM Upgrade Wizard to easily upgrade the boot PROM images on your network devices.To access the wizard, select T

Click the graphic for more information.Select devices to upgradeThis panel displays your current devices as they are listed in the left−panel Network

The current firmware version installed in the device.Firmware DownloadA indicates the device supports the ability to download firmware images using

AssignmentsThis table lists the device types of all the devices selected for the boot PROM upgrade. Select a device type todisplay compatible boot PRO

Image ListThis table lists all the compatible boot PROM images for the device type selected in the Assignments table. Ifyou select a device type entry

Show all devices/Show only incomplete and failedOnce the upgrade operation starts, the device list table updates with status information for eachdevic

button in the upper left corner of the table (if you have the row count columndisplayed). For more information, see Table Tools.Status SummaryOnce th

Show devices not supporting timed resetThis window lists those devices that support Timed Reset. Select this checkbox to include devices thatdo not su

Download Status − The status of the download operation: Success (the operation succeeded),Failure (the operation failed).• Reset Request Status − The

Show devices that failed Boot PROM upgradeSelect this checkbox to include devices that failed the boot PROM upgrade.Device List TableLists those devic

Supported:1.07.xxSupported:1.12.xxDownload Boot PROM Not Supported Not SupportedDownload Config Template Not Supported Not SupportedSave ArchiveSuppor

Reset TypeSelect the type of reset: Warm boot (restarts the device) or Cold boot (same as turning device poweroff and on).Elapsed TimeThe amount of ti

Template Download WizardUse the Template Download Wizard to download a configuration template to one or more devices. To accessthe wizard, select Tool

TemplatesThis panel displays your current configuration templates just as they are listed in the left−panel ConfigurationTemplates tab. Expand the fol

Select devices to configureThis tree displays devices that are compatible with the selected template, grouped according to device type.By default, dev

Boot PROM VersionThe current version of Boot PROM installed in the device.Boot PROM DownloadA indicates the device supports the ability to download

device. An alert icon will appear in the Alert column of the table if a download operation fails fora specific device. You can use these radio butt

Initiates the download operation. The table at the top of the window updates with status information,as will the status area in the bottom left of the

Inventory Manager Right−Panel TabsThe Inventory Manager main window is divided into three panels: a left panel, a right panel, and a bottompanel.The r

Archives Tab (Device)The Archives tab appears when you select a device in the left panel's Network Elements tab. It displays a listof archive ope

the field to display a tooltip of the complete description. For archive operations that are configured toarchive only capacity planning data (and not

Table 13: Devices That Do Not Support Inventory Manager FeaturesDevice Inventory Manager FeaturesVertical Horizon Not SupportedINSTALLATION:When you p

Attributes Tab (Configuration)The Attributes tab appears when you select an individual configuration in the left panel's Archive Mgmt tab. Itdisp

A unique asset number assigned to the device for inventory tracking purposes. The asset tag is definedin the device's General Tab.Chassis IDThe I

Configuration File SizeThe size of the saved configuration file in bytes. You can compare this size to the size reported indifferent archive versions.

Chassis Tab (Chassis Folder)The Chassis tab provides detailed information about the chassis in your network, including the number ofslots being used a

% UtilizedThe percentage of slots being used in the chassis.Welcome to NetSight Inventory Manager HelpChassis Tab (Chassis Folder) 270

Configuration Templates Tab (Device)The Configuration Templates tab appears when you select a device in the left panel's Network Elements tab. It

VariableThis column lists all the variables you have defined. Select a variable and click Set Variable to assigna value to the variable for the select

Custom Attributes Tab(Configuration)The Custom Attributes tab appears in the right panel when you select a configuration in the left panel ArchiveMgmt

The manufacturer of the module or component.Field ReplaceableWhether or not the manufacturer considers the component to be field replaceable (true or

Power Supply StateThe state of the power supply: Installed and Operating, Installed and Not Operating, or Not Installed.Power Supply RedundancyWhether

FIRMWARE CONSIDERATIONSInventory Manager must use SNMPv3 access parameters when performing firmware upgrades,archive restore operations, or reset oper

ELS Serial Number AttributeSerial NumberA unique number assigned to the device by the manufacturer.Welcome to NetSight Inventory Manager Help Custom A

Custom Attributes Tab(Device or Device Group)The Custom Attributes tab appears in the right panel when you select a device or device group in the left

NameThe name of the module or component.Firmware VersionThe current firmware version installed in the module.Model NameThe model number of the module

Serial NumberA unique number assigned to the module or component by the manufacturer.ManufacturerThe manufacturer of the module or component.Model Nam

The state of the power supply: Installed and Operating, Installed and Not Operating, or Not Installed.Power Supply RedundancyWhether the power supply

ELS Serial Number AttributeSerial NumberA unique number assigned to the device by the manufacturer.ButtonsPerforms a device refresh, updating the attr

Details View TabsA Details View tab is often displayed in the right panel of the Inventory Manager main window. It providesdetailed information for th

Details View Tab(All Devices Folder)The Details View tab appears in the right panel when you select the All Devices folder in the left panel'sNet

IP addressThe device's IP address. Note that chassis that support Distributed Forwarding Engines (DFEs), suchas the Matrix N−Series, display a si

In order to provide this information, Inventory Manager compares the name and versionnumber of the reference image file to the current boot PROM on th

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Used/Unused Ports report.C1H124−48 devices do not report the connector type or media type correctly for any installedmini−GBIC ports in the Used/Unus

The file transfer method for this device. For more information, see How to Set a File TransferMethod.FW DownloadA indicates the device supports the

Details View Tab(All Firmware Folder)The Details View tab appears when you select the All Firmware folder in the left panel's Firmware Mgmt tab.I

The full name of the image as it appears in your firmware images directory.Image PathThe path to the location where the image is stored.DateThe image

Details View Tab(All Templates Folder)The Details View tab appears when you select the All Templates folder in the left panel's ConfigurationTemp

Updates the information in the table.Welcome to NetSight Inventory Manager HelpDetails View Tab(All Templates Folder) 290

Details View Tab (Archive)The Details View tab appears when you select an archive operation in the left panel's Archive Mgmt tab. TheDetails View

Tools > Lock/Unlock.# DevicesThe number of devices that this archive version is responsible for.# Successful ConfigsThe number of successful config

Details View Tab(Archive Version)The Details View tab appears when you select an archive version in the left panel's Archive Mgmt tab. Thearchive

operation did not include saving device configuration data. Check the Description field for moreinformation.File TimeStampThe date and time the config

Details View Tab(Archives Folder)The Details View tab appears when you select the top−level Archives folder in the left panel's Archive Mgmttab.

Manager can still be launched from the Start menu.GeneralProblem 1: Creating multiple devices for a single router (based on the router's differen

A description of the archive operation. You can edit this description in the archive General tab.ButtonsPerforms a configuration discovery, updating t

Details View Tab(Device Group)The Details View tab appears in the right panel when you select a device group in the left panel's NetworkElements

IP addressThe device's IP address. Note that chassis that support Distributed Forwarding Engines (DFEs), suchas the Matrix N−Series, display a si

the device must have been installed at some point via an Inventory Manager Boot PROMUpgrade Wizard operation that included a device reset. Otherwise,

FW DownloadA indicates the device supports the ability to download firmware using the Firmware UpgradeWizard.Boot PROM DownloadA indicates the dev

Details View Tab(Device Type Folder − Firmware)The Details View tab appears in the right panel when you select the Device Type folder in the left pane

Image NameThe name of the image as it is displayed in the left−panel Firmware Mgmt tree. The maximum lengthof the displayed name is 50 characters. Lon

Details View Tab(Firmware Group)The Details View tab appears in the right panel when you select a firmware group in the left panel's FirmwareMgmt

Image PathThe path to the location where the image is stored.DateThe image file date and time as reported by the file system.VersionThe version number

Details View Tab(Unknown Folder − Firmware)The Details View tab appears when you select the Unknown folder in the left panel's Firmware Mgmt tab.

You can leave the groups/devices and any associated archives as theyare. Just be aware that you can no longer create user−created devicegroups in the

The image file date and time as reported by the file system.VersionThe version number of the firmware or boot PROM image. If the version number is not

Details View Tab(Grouped By Folder)The Details View tab appears in the right panel when you select the Grouped By folder in the left panel'sNetwo

The device's IP address. Note that chassis that support Distributed Forwarding Engines (DFEs), suchas the Matrix N−Series, display a single manag

number must be available from the reference image file and the current boot PROM onthe device must have been installed at some point via an Inventory

FW DownloadA indicates the device supports the ability to download firmware using the Firmware UpgradeWizard.Boot PROM DownloadA indicates the dev

Details View Tab(My Network Folder)The Details View tab appears in the right panel when you select the My Network folder in the left panel'sNetwo

IP addressThe device's IP address. Note that chassis that support Distributed Forwarding Engines (DFEs), suchas the Matrix N−Series, display a si

In order to provide this information, Inventory Manager compares the name and versionnumber of the reference image file to the current boot PROM on th

The file transfer method for this device. For more information, see How to Set a File TransferMethod.FW DownloadA indicates the device supports the

Details View Tab(Device Type Folder − Templates)The Details View tab appears in the right panel when you select the Device Type folder in the left pan

If the firmware image being transferred is not stored in the firmware directoryspecified for the file transfer protocol being used, the upgrade operat

Last ModifiedThe date and time the template was last modified. You can modify (edit) a template from thetemplate's General Tab.Updates the inform

Details View Tab(Template Group)The Details View tab appears in the right panel when you select a template group in the left panel'sConfiguration

template's General Tab.Updates the information in the table.Welcome to NetSight Inventory Manager HelpDetails View Tab(Template Group) 318

Details View Tab(Unknown Folder − Templates)The Details View tab appears in the right panel when you select the Unknown folder in the left panel'

The status of the template: File Found or File Not Found. This shows whether the template is stillpresent in the database.Last ModifiedThe date and ti

General TabsA General tab is available in the right panel of the Inventory Manager main window when an archive, device,firmware image, configuration,

General Tab (Archive)The General tab appears when you select an archive operation in the left panel's Archive Mgmt tab. It allowsyou to edit an a

A brief description to help you identify the archive operation.DevicesLists the devices selected for the operation. Using the checkboxes, select or de

ButtonsSaveSaves any changes you have made to the archive attributes. If you have selected a Frequency of Now,the archive will be performed.Edit Devic

General Tab (Archive Version)The General tab appears when you select an archive version in the left panel's Archive Mgmt tab. The archiveversion

stays the same, performing a firmware Refresh will not update the imageinformation. For example, if you replace a firmware image with an image of thes

# of DifferencesThe number of saved configurations that are different from the previous configurations saved for thedevice(s).Version Lock StatusWheth

General Tab (Configuration)The General tab appears when you select an individual configuration in the left panel's Archive Mgmt tab.Each configur

IP AddressThe IP address of the device whose data was saved, followed by the SNMP context, if applicable.VersionThe date and time that the archive ope

or not to save port and FRU information when you create an archive using the Archive Wizard, or when youedit an archive using the Archive General Tab.

General Tab (Device)The General tab displays general identification and configuration information for the device selected in theleft panel's Netw

The physical layer address assigned to the interface through which Inventory Manager iscommunicating. MAC addresses are hard−coded in the device, and

MemoryThe device's total installed local memory, DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), reported inmegabytes (MB).File Transfer MethodThe file tran

General Tab (Device Type)The General tab appears when you select a device type folder (lowest level folder only) in the left panel'sFirmware Mgmt

Configuration MIBThe Configuration MIB supported by this device type. If the device type supports more than oneConfiguration MIB, you can use the drop

General Tab (Firmware Image)The General tab appears when you select an individual firmware or boot PROM image in the left panel'sFirmware Mgmt ta

Solution: Create (add) E1 devices using a Switch IP address.Problem7:E1 Devices only. Repeated archive operations may result in saved configuration fi

The path to the location where the image is stored.Image SizeThe size in bytes of the image.DateThe image file date and time as reported by the file s

General Tab (Template)The General tab appears when you select an individual configuration template in the left panel's ConfigurationTemplates tab

Compatible Device TypesDevice types the template is valid for, based on what device types the template has been assigned to.MemoUse this field to add

Image Information Tab (Device)The Image Information tab appears when you select a device in the left panel's Network Elements tab. Itdisplays las

Features Supported by this DeviceFirmware DownloadA indicates the device supports the ability to download firmware images using the FirmwareUpgrade

Module Information Tab(Device)The Module Information tab provides detailed information for certain devices/chassis that contain multiplemodules and co

DescriptionA description of the module or component.Firmware VersionThe current firmware version installed in the module.BootPROM VersionThe current v

Template Variables TabThe Template Variables tab can be selected in the right panel when you select any folder in the left panel'sConfiguration T

Inventory Manager WindowsThe Windows help folder contains help topics describing Inventory Manager windows and their fielddefinitions.Double−click the

Active Status PanelThe Active Status panel at the bottom of the Inventory Manager main window presents a chronologicalsummary of operations that Inven

Problem 2: Printing help files from the Inventory Manager Help viewer may cause the applicationto hang.Solution: Windows users should use Task Manager

AlertA yellow alert icon in this column signifies: −− the operation failed for one or more of the devices that the operation is responsible for.• −−

Use the table options and tools to find, filter, sort, print, and export information in a table and customize tablesettings. You can access the Table

DateThe date and time the operation was performed on that device.MessageA message relating to the status of the operation.Right−click Menu OptionsSele

Add Device WindowThis window lets you add a single device to your NetSight database, as opposed to discovering devices orimporting devices from a devi

All SNMP contexts known to the device can be displayed using the show snmp contextcommand. Refer to a Matrix Series Configuration Guide for more infor

Add Filters WindowUse the Add Filters window to create filters that will refine your list of targeted devices for your CapacityPlanning report. Select

ButtonsAddCreates the filter. You can then create another filter or click Close to return to the Select Targetswindow.CloseCloses the window and retur

Add Alternate Firmware Server WindowUse the Add Alternate Firmware Server window to configure properties for alternate firmware downloadservers and sp

If your server is not configured with a root directory, specify the rootdirectory here as the root of the drive (e.g. C:\ or D:\).• Transfer ProtocolS

Advanced Statistics WindowThis window provides advanced server statistics that are useful as a troubleshooting tool. You can access thiswindow by clic

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Archive WizardUse the Archive Wizard to archive device configuration data and/or capacity planning data. Archiving deviceconfiguration data lets you c

NameEnter a name for the archive operation.DescriptionEnter a description (optional) of the archive operation.Archive SetupArchive TypeSelect the appr

Device Selection WindowUse this window to select the devices to include in the archive.NOTE: If you select multiple tree nodes representing the same d

TIP: If you open the Archive Wizard from a device or device group in the left−panelNetwork Elements tab, the selected device or device group will be a

SelectedUse the checkboxes in this column to select or deselect specific devices to be archived. For example,if you selected a device group in the pre

Assign Configuration Template WindowThe Assign Configuration Template window allows you to assign a template to one or more device types.This enables

OKAssigns the template to the selected device types and closes the window.ApplyAssigns the template to the selected device types and leaves the window

Assign Firmware WindowThe Assign Firmware window allows you to assign a firmware or boot PROM image to one or more productfamilies or device types. Th

ButtonsOKAssigns the image to the selected product families and/or device types and closes the window.ApplyAssigns the firmware image to the selected

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Authorization/Device AccessUsers/Groups TabUse this tab to specify users who are authorized to access the NetSight database, and assign those users to

Automatic User MembershipThe Automatic User Membership feature lets you specify an authorization group for users that login without having been previo

Authorization GroupThe authorization group where the user is a member.Automatic MemberYes indicates that the associated user was not a previously auth

User nameThe name used for this authorized user.Domain/Host nameThe user's domain/hostname that will be used to authenticate to the NetSight data

Group NameThis is the name given to the group. When adding a group, you can enter any text string that isdescriptive of the members of this group.Capa

Settings TabThe Settings tab configures how SNMP requests will be handled for users that are members of thisgroup.Allow Users to Configure SNMP Redire

Authorization/Device AccessProfiles/Credentials TabNetSight applications access devices to control certain device functions (SNMP sets) and retrieve i

Default Profile:This drop−down list lets you specify a profile that will be used by default to access a device.Profiles TableThis table lists all of t

This table lists all of the credentials that have been created in the NetSight database. The public_v1credential is automatically created during Conso

Click areas in the windows for more information.Profile NameA unique name (up to 32 characters) that you assign to this profile.When editing an existi

NetSight Inventory ManagerInstallationNOTE: When this topic is opened from the CD, the links from this topic to other help topics willnot work. Links

Max Access − used for write operations (set ) that require administrativeaccess.• Security LevelEach access level can be assigned a security level:Aut

Credential NameA unique name (up to 32 characters) that you assign to this access credential. You can definea new credential or select a name from the

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Authorization/Device AccessProfile/Device Mapping TabThis tab lets you define the specific Profiles to be used by users in each Authorization Group wh

the profile used by the NetSight Administrator group. The Profile listed/selected for eachAuthorization Group column will be used by that group when c

Authorization/Device AccessManage SNMP Passwords TabThis tab lets you collectively manage the credentials that have been set on your network's de

Authentication/PrivacyThe new SNMPv3 passwords that will be used for access to the associated device(s).Show Passwords in Clear TextWhen checked, the

Backup Database WindowUse the Backup Database window to save the currently active database to a file on the NetSight Serverworkstation. If the NetSigh

Boot PROM Upgrade WizardUse the Boot PROM Upgrade Wizard to easily upgrade the boot PROM images on your network devices.To access the wizard, select T

Click the graphic for more information.Select devices to upgradeThis panel displays your current devices as they are listed in the left−panel Network

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General Installation InformationYou can install Inventory Manager on the following platforms:Windows®XP, Windows Server" 2003, or Windows®2000• U

The current firmware version installed in the device.Firmware DownloadA indicates the device supports the ability to download firmware images using

AssignmentsThis table lists the device types of all the devices selected for the boot PROM upgrade. Select a device type todisplay compatible boot PRO

Image ListThis table lists all the compatible boot PROM images for the device type selected in the Assignments table. Ifyou select a device type entry

Show all devices/Show only incomplete and failedOnce the upgrade operation starts, the device list table updates with status information for eachdevic

button in the upper left corner of the table (if you have the row count columndisplayed). For more information, see Table Tools.Status SummaryOnce th

Show devices not supporting timed resetThis window lists those devices that support Timed Reset. Select this checkbox to include devices thatdo not su

Download Status − The status of the download operation: Success (the operation succeeded),Failure (the operation failed).• Reset Request Status − The

Show devices that failed Boot PROM upgradeSelect this checkbox to include devices that failed the boot PROM upgrade.Device List TableLists those devic

Reset TypeSelect the type of reset: Warm boot (restarts the device) or Cold boot (same as turning device poweroff and on).Elapsed TimeThe amount of ti

Compare Archives WindowThe Compare Archives window lets you compare two different archives for the same device and monitor anychanges in device attrib

requests for each product are limited to three 30−day instances.To upgrade from an evaluation copy of Inventory Manager to a purchased copy, contact y

Displays the two archive versions you have selected to compare and gives the total number of devicesin common between the two versions that were compa

being compared.ButtonsCloseCloses the window.ChangeOpens the Select Archive Versions to Compare window where you can select two new archives tocompare

Compare Configuration Files WindowThe Compare Configuration Files window lets you compare two archived configuration files. There areseveral ways to a

Find:Enter the text or numeric value you want to find.Case SensitiveSelect this checkbox to search based on an exact match of the upper or lowercase o

Filter TabThe Filter tab lets you specify which lines to display in the configuration files. Enter the information you wantto see, and only matching l

Filtered TextSelect the Filtered Text option to perform a new filter on the results of the previous filter.Configuration FilesDisplays the selected co

Configuration File ViewerThe Configuration File Viewer lets you view an archived device configuration file. To access the viewer,select a configuratio

Find:Enter the text or numeric value you want to find.Case SensitiveSelect this checkbox to search based on an exact match of the upper or lowercase o

perform consecutive filters on the filtered events.Click the graphic for more information.Filter:Enter the text or numeric value you want to use as a

whether the file is filtered or not filtered.ButtonsFindPerforms the Find operation on the information currently displayed in the viewer.FilterPerform

system for instructions.BOOTP (Windows only) − Enables the Inventory Manager workstation to also be a BOOTP server.This allows the workstation to supp

Configure Server WindowThe Configure Server window allows you to configure various NetSight Server parameters. The window has aright−panel view that c

Total AllowedThe maximum number of client connections allowed for this plugin application. Select this field anduse the arrows to change the number, i

Create Firmware Record WindowThis window lets you add a firmware or boot PROM image to your Firmware Mgmt tab manually, as opposedto having Inventory

Selected Servers TableThis table lists any alternate firmware download servers you have defined in the Alternate FirmwareServers view in the Options w

Database Properties WindowThis window displays information about certain Inventory Manager components stored in the NetSightdatabase. To access this w

Device Group Selection WindowThe Device Group Selection window lets you add one or more devices from a right−panel Details View to theMy Network Group

Device Template Variables WindowThis window allows you to set template variable values for a single device. It is accessed from the lastwindow of the

Edit Alternate Firmware Server WindowUse the Edit Alternate Firmware Server window to change certain properties and/or connection informationfor alter

If your server is configured with a root directory, it must match theroot directory entered here.• If your server is not configured with a root direct

Edit Configuration Template WindowUse the Edit Configuration Template window to create a configuration template based on an archived deviceconfigurati

Installing Inventory Manager (Windows)• Launching Inventory Manager• Configuring the EnvironmentFollowing are instructions for configuring the environ

Enter the text you would like to edit. When you click Find, the first occurrence of the text will behighlighted, and you can select to replace that si

E−Mail Configuration WindowThe E−Mail Configuration window lets you create an e−mail recipient list to use when configuring e−mailnotification setting

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Event Details WindowThe Event Details window shows information about a single event selected in the Event Log. To access thewindow, right−click an eve

The type of event.ClientThe name of the client host machine that triggered the event.SeverityThe event's severity.CategoryThe category of event.U

Event LogThe Event Log at the bottom of the Inventory Manager main window displays error and informationalmessages about Inventory Manager system oper

InformationInformation about the event.Right−click Menu OptionsThe event log right−click menu lets you Acknowledge and Unacknowledge events. It also p

File Transfer Method WindowUse this window to select a file transfer method for a specific device, or specify a default transfer method foran entire d

(lowest−level device type folder) in the left−panel Firmware Management tab, then select Tools > DefaultFile Transfer Method from the menu bar. You

Firmware Upgrade WizardUse the Firmware Upgrade Wizard to easily upgrade the firmware images on your network devices. Thewizard gives you the flexibil

Virtual Memory window opens.In the "Paging file size for selected drive" section, select the Custom size option and enter thefollowing setti

operation. When selecting your devices, make sure that any device with SNMP context has accessto the required MIBs, or select the device with default

Firmware VersionThe current firmware version installed in the device.Firmware DownloadA indicates the device supports the ability to download firmwa

AssignmentsThis table lists the device types of all the devices selected for the firmware upgrade. Select a device type todisplay compatible firmware

The firmware image assigned to the device type.Image ListThis table lists all the compatible firmware images for the device type selected in the Assig

Click the graphic for more information.Show all devices/Show only incomplete and failedOnce the upgrade operation starts, the device list table update

to the status of the operation.TIP: Use the table options and tools to find, filter, sort, print, and export information in a tableand customize table

NameEnter a name for the scheduled download, or use the default name which is based on the date theschedule is created.ScheduleSelect DateUse the drop

Schedules the download operation. When the scheduled download is performed, you can monitor theprogress, if desired, via the Active Status panel, just

Show devices that failed firmware upgradeSelect this checkbox to include devices that failed the firmware upgrade.Device List TableA list of the devic

Once the reset operation has started, use the Refresh button to update the device information in thetable.Reset Devices: Timed Reset Not Supported Win

Installing Inventory Manager (Windows)Now that you have configured your system, you are ready to install Inventory Manager.Log onto your system as the

there may be multiple DFE modules in the chassis.Firmware Version − Shows the current firmware version installed in the device. Followingthe reset, th

Main WindowThe Inventory Manager main window is the central point for all Inventory Manager tasks. It is divided into aleft panel, right panel, and bo

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Menu BarThe Menu Bar on the Main Window provides access to Inventory Manager functions. Some menu options arestandard, and some depend on what left−pa

Edit > RenameLets you change the name of the currently selected archive.Edit > Rename Device GroupLets you change the name of the currently sele

configure their access to features available in NetSight applications.Tools > Server InformationOpens the Server Information window where you can v

Tools > Remove from Device GroupRemoves the currently selected device from the device group. You must have a device in a devicegroup selected in th

configured alternate firmware server for this menu option to be available.)Tools > Assign FirmwareOpens the Assign Firmware window where you can as

Allows you to copy a configuration file from the NetSight Server to your local client system. Opens aSave window where you can navigate to the directo

Once your system is properly configured, you can proceed with:Stopping NetSight Services (Solaris)• Installing Inventory Manager (Solaris)• Launching

Allows you to update Inventory Manager with newly supported device types and obtain the latestversion of release notes. For more information, see Sett

Tool BarThe Tool Bar on the Main Window provides easy access to some of the more commonly used InventoryManager functions. Some Tool Bar buttons may n

ArchiveOpens the Archive Wizard that lets you create archives and save backup copies of your devices'configurations. This button serves the same

Left PanelThe left panel of the Inventory Manager main window contains four tabs: Network Elements, FirmwareMgmt, Archive Mgmt, and Configuration Temp

My NetworkMy Network displays all your devices, plus the system−created device groups and any user−createddevice groups. For information on creating d

Contains subgroups of your devices based on the system location. Sub−groups in this folder areautomatically created based on the Location value in the

Device Type FolderThis folder contains pre−defined product family, binary family, and device type folders.Firmware GroupsInventory Manager provides pr

This icon represents a boot PROM image that is being stored in your firmware directory. Images thathave been designated as a reference image display a

Configuration File IconThis icon represents an archived device configuration file. Individual files are listed by the IP addressof the device whose co

Device Type FolderThis folder contains pre−defined product family and device type folders.Template GroupsInventory Manager provides pre−defined templa

Stop the NetSight Server and Database:On the server system, navigate to the <NetSight Console installdir>/servera. Stop the server and database

with that device. A green up arrow on a Device Group icon indicates contact is established for all deviceswithin a group. Group icons that appear with

Right PanelThe right panel of the Inventory Manager main window displays a tab or tabs containing information aboutthe item selected in the left panel

Active Status PanelThe Active Status panel at the bottom of the Inventory Manager main window presents a chronologicalsummary of operations that Inven

AlertA yellow alert icon in this column signifies: −− the operation failed for one or more of the devices that the operation is responsible for.• −−

Use the table options and tools to find, filter, sort, print, and export information in a table and customize tablesettings. You can access the Table

DateThe date and time the operation was performed on that device.MessageA message relating to the status of the operation.Right−click Menu OptionsSele

Event LogThe Event Log at the bottom of the Inventory Manager main window displays error and informationalmessages about Inventory Manager system oper

InformationInformation about the event.Right−click Menu OptionsThe event log right−click menu lets you Acknowledge and Unacknowledge events. It also p

Status BarThe status bar at the bottom of the window displays status information on the left side. A progress bar on theright side shows the percentag

Open Configuration WindowThis window is accessed from the Change button in the Configuration File Viewer, and lets you select a newconfiguration file

directory at the location you specify. For more information, see TFTP Server Setup.When you click Done on the final window in the Installer, Inventory

Options WindowThe Options window allows you to set options for NetSight functions on a suite−wide and per−applicationbasis. The Options window has a r

Options WindowInventory Manager OptionsThese options apply only to the NetSight Inventory Manager application. In the Options window (Tools >Option

Alternate Firmware Download ServersLists the configured alternate servers. Use the Add Server button to add a server to the list.Add ServerOpens the A

FTP Transfer SettingsSelecting FTP Transfer Settings in the left panel of the Options window provides the following view whereyou can set FTP server p

will be allowed to create files to or read files from this directory and any of its subdirectories. Thedefault root directory is the tftpboot director

Settings specified...These are the TFTP settings specified in the Services for NetSight Server Options view.Firmware Directory PathThe default firmwa

services at either reboot or login (depending on the service and operating system). These settings apply to allusers on this client.NOTE: Before you c

for firmware downloads, you must configure the server in the Alternate Firmware Servers view in the Optionswindows. For complete instructions, see How

Properties WindowThe Properties window provides detailed information about a specific entry in the Active Status panel at thebottom of the Inventory M

End TimeThe date and time the operation was completed.StatusThe status of the operation.File nameThe name and path to the file used or created in the

Stop the server and database using the command:stopserver.shb. Stop Services on all Linux systems except SuSE:Navigate to the etc/rc2.d directory.a. S

View ButtonSelect a device and click View to open a secondary Properties window that displays generalinformation for a particular device. This button

Push Local Firmware to Server WindowThe Push Local Firmware to Server window gives a remote client the ability to send a local firmware or bootPROM im

Sends the image to the server and closes the window.BrowseOpens the Select Local Firmware File window where you can select another file to send.Welcom

Reset Device WizardUse the Reset Device Wizard to reset a single device, multiple devices, or even multiple device groups. TheReset Device Wizard allo

TIP: If you open the Reset Device Wizard from a device or device group in the left−panelNetwork Elements tab, the selected device(s) will be automatic

Show devices not supporting timed resetThis window lists those devices that support Timed Reset. Select this checkbox to include devices thatdo not su

Enter the amount of time (in seconds) until the device resets after the reset operation begins. Forexample, if you start the reset operation at 4:00 p

Device List TableLists those devices that do not support timed reset. Once the reset operation has started, you mustclick Refresh to update the device

Restore Database WindowUse the Restore Database window to restore the initial database or restore a saved database. Both functionswill cause all curre

Restore WizardUse the Restore Wizard to restore saved (archived) device configuration files to one or more devices. Savedconfigurations are listed in

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TFTP Root Directory −− If you elect to enable and start the NetSight TFTP service, youmust specify the path to your TFTP root directory (the default d

ArchivesThis panel displays your current archives just as they are listed in the left−panel Archive Mgmt tab. Beloweach archive name are the archive v

ArchiveThe name of the archive operation that saved the configuration.Version DateThe date and time that the archive operation was performed.FW MatchA

Show all devices/Show only incomplete and failedOnce the restore operation starts, the device list table updates with status information for each devi

button in the upper left corner of the table (if you have the row count columndisplayed). For more information, see Table Tools.Status SummaryOnce th

Scheduled Events WindowInventory Manager lets you schedule firmware upgrades, configuration archive operations, and capacityplanning reports. You can

Disables the selected scheduled event so that it will not be performed. The disable action behavesdifferently depending on the type of scheduled event

Schedule Report WindowUse the Schedule Report window to configure scheduling information and e−mail notification settings for aCapacity Planning repor

Select Starting DayUse the drop−down list to select the month you want the schedule to start. A calendar correspondingto the selected month is display

Select Archive Versions to Compare WindowThis window lets you select two archive versions or configurations to compare in the Compare Archiveswindow.

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Uninstalling Inventory ManagerUse the procedures below to uninstall Inventory Manager. When you uninstall, only the files which weredistributed with I

Select Configurations WindowThis window lets you select two configuration files to compare in the Compare Configuration Files Window.To access the win

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Select Devices WindowThis window lets you edit the device(s) an archive will be performed on. The current archive members arelisted when you open the

OKChanges the archive members according to your selections and displays the device(s) in the ArchiveGeneral tab.CancelCloses the window without changi

Server InformationWindowThe Server Information window lets you view and configure certain NetSight Server functions, includingmanagement of client con

Current Client ConnectionsThis table lists all of the currently connected clients for this server, with the most recent connection at the top.The list

Disconnects the selected client. The client being disconnected receives a message saying that theirconnection will be terminated in 30 seconds. You mu

Clears the log. If you want to retain a copy of the log that you are clearing, you must manually copythe date−stamped file in the <install area>

you modify that password, and also view and modify the connection URL for the database.PasswordClick Change to display a window where you can enter a

User:The name of the user who initiated the lock.Authorization GroupThe authorization group the user belongs to.Client TypeThe type of client: Console

Start the Uninstaller by issuing the command:./UninstallInventoryManager.sh2. Uninstalling on LinuxThe user performing the uninstall must be logged in

Server Log TabThe Server Log displays all the events for the server. Server Log entries are listed by date and time, withnewer entries listed at the b

Use the drop−down list to select the number of lines you would like displayed in the log.Find:Enter the text or numeric value you want to find.Case Se

Display:Use the drop−down list to select the number of lines you would like displayed in the log.Filter:Enter the text or numeric value you want to us

above the entries you can see the status of whether the entries are filtered or not filtered.Filter ButtonPerforms the filter and displays the results

Select this button to view the current day's log. The name of the log and the path to where it is locatedis displayed in the field to the right.P

Server License LimitationsInformation on the selected server license:whether the server accepts connections from remote clients.• the maximum number o

generate a product license. Refer to the instructions included with the License Entitlement ID that wassent to you.) Click Update. The license file wi

NetSight Server Statistics WindowUse this window to view NetSight Server statistics. You can access the window by clicking the Server Statsbutton in t

Set Firmware Server WindowUse this window to specify which firmware download server a device will use when performing firmwaredownloads. You can set t

Set Template Variables WindowThe Set Template Variables window allows you to set variable values for multiple devices at one time.Variables are used i

Release Notes• Getting Started• Technical SupportIf you need technical support related to Inventory Manager, contact the Enterasys Global Call Center:

ButtonsApplyAfter you have edited the variable values, click Apply to set the values.EditSelect one or more rows in the table and click Edit to open t

Template Download WizardUse the Template Download Wizard to download a configuration template to one or more devices. To accessthe wizard, select Tool

TemplatesThis panel displays your current configuration templates just as they are listed in the left−panel ConfigurationTemplates tab. Expand the fol

Select devices to configureThis tree displays devices that are compatible with the selected template, grouped according to device type.By default, dev

Boot PROM VersionThe current version of Boot PROM installed in the device.Boot PROM DownloadA indicates the device supports the ability to download

device. An alert icon will appear in the Alert column of the table if a download operation fails fora specific device. You can use these radio butt

Initiates the download operation. The table at the top of the window updates with status information,as will the status area in the bottom left of the

Template Variables WindowUse the Template Variables window to define variables for use in configuration templates. Once a variable isdefined, you will

Track Device WindowThe Track Device window allows you to track a device based on the device's serial number or MAC address.This allows you to vie

IP AddressDisplays the device IP address.MAC AddressMedia Access Connection (hardware) address of the device.Chassis SlotThe slot number in the chassi

Getting StartedGetting Started provides an overview of Inventory Manager features and a summary of the basic steps youmust perform to begin using Inve

TrackSearches for device information based on the serial number or MAC address specified in the Track Byfield.Welcome to NetSight Inventory Manager He

Updates Available WindowNetSight applications provide an easy way to download product updates using a web update operationaccessed from Help > Che

DetailsOpens the NetSight Updates Details window where you can see details on what each update includes.Welcome to NetSight Inventory Manager HelpUpda

View Devices WindowThe View Devices window lets you view the groups and devices you have selected for your CapacityPlanning report. The devices are di

TroubleshootingThis troubleshooting guide provides a list of items to check when certain Inventory Manager functionality isfailing to perform correctl

FirmwareDiscoveryInstructions on storing your firmware and boot PROM images in a firmwaredirectory, and performing a firmware discovery to display the

ConfigurationTemplatesCreate a configuration template based on an existingarchived configuration file, and then use TemplateDownload Wizard to downloa

If You are UpgradingThis Help topic provides information for users who are upgrading from a 1.x version of Inventory Manager. Itoutlines changes in fu

Profiles/Credentials tab lets you define SNMP credentials used toaccess your network devices, and create profiles that use thesecredentials for variou

How to Stop and StartNetSight ServicesWhen you install Inventory Manager, you have the option of enabling NetSight versions of TFTP and BOOTP(Windows

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for NetSight Client views.)Restart running services − Stops all services that are currently running, and starts them upagain immediately.• Stop runni

StoppingStopping the Services Manager stops all running NetSight services.Go to the Taskbar Notification Area of your desktop (on the lower right of y

FTP Server SetupBefore you can perform Inventory Manager archive operations or firmware/boot PROM upgrades using anFTP server, you must configure your

root of the drive (e.g. C:\ or D:\).If you are using an FTP server on a remote system,use the Universal Naming Convention (UNC) whenspecifying the roo

device, all archive save and restore operations and firmware/boot PROM upgrades on that device will beperformed using the specified method. All device

TFTP Server SetupInventory Manager provides the NetSight TFTP service to download firmware and boot PROM images tonetwork devices, and save and restor

Configuring the NetSight TFTP ServiceWhen you install Inventory Manager, TFTP server properties are configured with the default settings for theNetSig

−− If your TFTP server is not configured with aTFTP root directory, change the TFTP root directoryhere to the root of the drive (e.g. C:\ or D:\)

Configuring the NetSight TFTP Service on a ClientA NetSight TFTP service is installed on a client workstation as part of the Client−Only configuration

Firmware DiscoveryInventory Manager provides convenient and powerful tools for managing firmware and boot PROM imageson your network devices. To take

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Adding New Firmware ImagesOnce you have done an initial firmware discovery, you can add new firmware to the left−panel FirmwareMgmt tab using these in

How To Use Inventory ManagerThe How To help folder contains help topics that give you instructions for performing tasks in InventoryManager.Double−cli

How to Add and Delete DevicesThe NetSight database contains device models that represent the actual devices in your network. The modelsstore attribute

Adding a Single DeviceYou can add a single device to the NetSight database using the Add Device window. When you add a singledevice, a device icon

How to Add and RemoveDevice GroupsYou can organize your network devices into device groups and subgroups under the My Network folder in theNetwork Ele

Using the Add Device WindowUse the Add Device window to add a single device to the NetSight database and to the group selected in thetree.Right−click

Removing Devices from a Device GroupThis function simply removes a device or devices from a device group. It should not be confused withdeleting a de

How to Add Applicationsto the Applications MenuThe Applications menu is where you can launch NetSight Plugin applications. You can also customize theA

How to ArchiveYou can archive (save) device configuration data and/or capacity planning data using the Archive Wizard.Archiving device configuration d

Archive Configuration Data − Create archives (backup copies) of your devices'configurations that can be restored to the devices at a later date,

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Saving a New Archive VersionOnce you have created an archive, you can use that archive on a repeated basis to save (stamp) new versionsof the desired

With an archive, archive version, or configuration selected in the left−panel Archive Mgmt tab,right−click and select Delete from the menu.1. A Delete

How to Assign FirmwareThe Assign Firmware window allows you to assign a firmware or boot PROM image to one or more productfamilies or device types. Th

How to Check for UpdatesNetSight applications provide an easy way to access and download product updates using a web updateoperation. You can perform

The Updates Available window opens where you can view the new updates that are available fordownload. Use the checkboxes to select the updates you wis

How to Compare ArchivesInventory Manager lets you compare two different archives for the same device and monitor any changes indevice attributes. Inve

config files being compared.Compare Configuration Files −− Opens the Compare Configuration Files window and displays thetwo archived config files for

How to Configure and Managethe NetSight ServerUse the Server Information window to manage various NetSight Server functions including viewing serverin

Click OK.6. Managing the DatabaseUse the Database tab in the Server Information window to change the database server password andconnection URL, as we

Select the Database tab.2. In the NetSight Data Set Operations section, click Backup. The Backup Database window opens.3. The Database Path field disp

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In the Current Client Connections table, select the client that you want to disconnect and click theDisconnect button.3. The client being disconnected

Upgrading a Console LicenseOn UNIX and Linux systems only, you can use the Change License function to upgrade a Console licensefrom a Standalone to a

Revoking a LockUse the following steps to revoke a lock.Select Tools > Server Information from the menu bar. The Server Information window opens.1.

How To Configure Profile/Device MappingUse the Profile/Device Mapping tab to specify which profile will be used by each Authorization Group whencommun

How To Configure Profiles and CredentialsUse this tab to manage credentials that define the access privileges required for SNMPv1, SNMPv2c, andSNMPv3,

Select a Privacy Type (DES or None). Privacy settings are disabled when the AuthenticationType is set to None.d. Type the same password (between 1 and

Managing ProfilesProfiles are assigned to device models in the NetSight database. They identify the credentials that are used forthe various access le

Click Delete. The selected profile is removed from the table.3. Welcome to NetSight Inventory Manager HelpManaging Profiles 83

How to Create and DownloadConfiguration TemplatesCreating a configuration template provides a way to download similar configurations to one or more de

Save Template window where you can name and save the configuration template. Saved templates arelisted under the All Templates folder in the left−pane