Netgear GS724Tv2 FS726T User Manual - Page 8

Smart Switch Series Software Manual Table 2-1. Comparing Switch Management Methods Management Method Advantages Disadvantages SmartWizard Discovery Utility • No IP address or subnet needed Show all • Not convenient for remote access switches on the network • User-friendly interface • Firmware upgradeable Web browser • Can be accessed from any location via the • Security can be compromised (hackers switch's IP address can attack if they know IP address) • Password protected • May encounter lag times on poor • Ideal for configuring the switch remotely connections • Compatible with Internet Explorer and • Displaying graphical objects over a Netscape Navigator Web browsers browser interface may slow navigation • Intuitive browser interface • Most visually appealing • Extensive switch configuration allowed • Configuration backup for duplicating settings to other switches SNMP Agent • Communicates with switch functions at the • Requires SNMP manager software Management Information Base (MIB) level • Least visually appealing of all three • Based on open standards methods • Limited amount of information available • Some settings require calculations • Security can be compromised (hackers need only know the community name) 2-2 Switch Management Overview July 2005