Consider configuring a local console on a network (LAN)
in a network that is separate from the main network or the company
Intranet. Also consider strictly controlling access to the console.
You also might want to restrict LAN topologies for LAN-attached
local Operations Consoles to a single, physical router environment.
This could be accomplished in several ways, including connecting the
PC and server using an inexpensive hub or router. Or you could temporarily
use an Ethernet crossover cable (when using a 2849) or any Ethernet
cable if you are using the
Host Ethernet Adapter or the
external network adapters. If
you only have a single PC or small number of devices connected to
the server using a router, switch, or hub, and these devices do not
connect to another network or the Internet, you can then use any numeric
numbers for addresses. For example, use 1.1.1.
x or 10.220.215.
x (where
x can
be 2 through 255.
Note: Avoid x.x.x.1, which
might cause problems in some networks.
If the local console on a network (LAN) is used in a larger network
topology, or the devices go to the Internet, use DHCP packet filtering
and consult a network administrator for addresses.
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