= Configure HP Procurve 2824 (J4903A) =

We have a [http://www.hp.com/rnd/support/manuals/2800.htm HP Procurve 2824 switch] at both Telehouse and XO. We have the [/attachment/ticket/4278/hp2824-manual.pdf manual available].

Start by resetting to factory defaults.

Do that by poking a staple in both the reset and clear buttons and then
releasing the reset button and keeping the clear button pressed. That may leave
the switch in a state with all lights on. If so try unplugging and plugging it back in.

Next, try to access it via the serial console at 2400 baud.

 * Set the system contact, password, and IP configuration
  * Type: setup
  * Set system contact to: {{{info@mayfirst.org}}}
  * Enter Manager password - cannot be more than 16 characters! 
 * Set the serial console
{{{
# configure
# console baud-rate 115200
Command will take effect after saving configuration and reboot.
# write mem
# boot
}}}

After it restarts, you should re-connect via the new serial console settings
 * At this point, you might want to upgrade the firmware. Check the [http://www.hp.com/rnd/support/manuals/2800.htm HP page for the latest firmware]. Check the running firmware with:
{{{
show version
}}}
 * Set the hostname
{{{
hostname cafiero
}}}


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