In the IIoT and a wide range of industrial applications, industrial switches serve as the core devices for network connectivity. The correctness of their configuration directly impacts the stability and efficiency of the network. The industrial switch configuration manual is a detailed guide that instructs users on how to correctly install, configure, and optimize industrial-grade switch equipment.
● Hardware connection:
Ensure that the switch is properly connected to the power supply and is in working condition.
Connect the computer to the management port of the switch using a network cable, or connect to the Console port of the switch using a Console cable.
Download and install the management software or command line tool that matches the switch model.
Prepare the default IP address, username, and password of the switch. If they have been changed, use the new login information.
Access the management IP address of the switch through a browser, or connect using a Console cable and log in through terminal software.
Enter the user name and password to enter the management interface of the switch.
Check the system information of the switch, including model, version, serial number, etc.
Modify the basic information such as system name and time as needed.
Create VLANs based on business requirements and assign corresponding ports.
Set up routing between VLANs to ensure that devices in different VLANs can communicate normally.
Set the IP address, subnet mask, and other network parameters for the interface.
Enable or disable specific functions of the interface, such as DHCP, port security, and so on.
Configure static routing or dynamic routing protocols such as OSPF and EIGRP according to the network topology.
Ensure that the switch can forward data packets to the target network correctly.
Set up an access control list (ACL) to restrict access to network traffic.
Enable port security features, such as MAC address binding and port speed limiting.
Configure SSH, HTTPS and other security protocols to protect the security of the management channel.
● Monitoring and logging:
Configure the monitoring functions of the switch, such as link status monitoring, traffic monitoring, etc.
Enable the log function to record the operation logs and fault information of the switch.
Configure link aggregation to improve network bandwidth and reliability.
Set up redundant paths and failover mechanisms to ensure that the network remains stable in the event of a single point of failure.
Configure QoS policies according to business requirements, and prioritize critical business traffic.
Set traffic shaping, traffic limiting and other policies to optimize network performance.
Configure multicast and groupcast functions to support applications with high bandwidth requirements such as video conferencing and online live streaming.
Configure network management protocols such as SNMP and Netconf to achieve remote management and monitoring of switches.
Use the command line or management software to check the configuration information of the switch to ensure that it is correct.
Test whether the communication, routing function, security policy, etc. between VLANs work as expected.
Verify whether advanced configurations such as QoS policies, multicast, and groupcast functions meet business requirements.
Test the performance indicators such as throughput and latency of the switch in actual business scenarios.
Switch configuration verification
Regularly check the operation status and log information of the switch.
Update the firmware and software versions of the switch in a timely manner to ensure equipment safety.
Use the command line or management software to locate network faults.
Analyze the cause of the failure based on the failure symptoms and log information, and take appropriate measures to resolve it.
Through the above steps, you can efficiently configure and manage industrial switches to ensure the stability, security, and efficiency of the network. In the industrial Internet of Things and a wide range of industrial applications, the correct switch configuration is the key to ensuring business continuity and optimizing network performance.
