Modules (MS, PowerMICE, MACH102 and MACH4000)

When you plug a module in an empty slot of a modular device, the device configures the module with the port default settings. With the port default settings loaded on the module, access to the network is possible. Deny network access to modules by disabling the module slot. The device recognizes the module and port configuration is possible but, the ports remains in the disabled state.

Use the following work steps when deinstalling a module helps deny network access using an empty slot.

Use the following work steps when installing a module in the slot.

Note: The following modular devices support this function: MS (soho), PowerMICE (ms4128), MACH102 (soho) and MACH4000 (ex and dx) family.

This configuration table allows you to enable or disable the slots and also displays the module parameters.

Buttons

Tab. Buttons (Forts.)

Button

Meaning

“Set”

Transfers the changes to the volatile memory (RAM) of the device. To permanently save the changes, open the Basic Settings:Load/Save dialog, select the location to save the configuration, and click “Save”.

“Reload”

Updates the fields with the values that are saved in the volatile memory (RAM) of the device.

“Remove Module”

Removes the module configuration from the device when the slot is empty.

“Help”

Opens the online help.