Copy a Port Definition

Use this panel to configure a new port when you want to base its configuration on an existing port. All settings for the new port will be identical to the old port except for the port number and link association.

Before you begin, verify the existing port from which you want to copy.

Steps

  1. Enter the new port number in the New port field.
  2. You may optionally choose to associate this port with a network link.

  3. Enter the link name in the field provided, ensuring that the link name adheres to standard naming conventions.
  4. Click OK when you are done.

You have completed this panel after you have entered a new port number.

Fields

New port

Link name

Push buttons
Click Show Links... to see a display of existing links, from which to choose.
Click OK to complete the specification.
Click Cancel to negate any entries you have made on this page.
Click Help to understand more about this panel.