Administering network parameters

Last Updated : Jun 06, 2026 |

Procedure

  1. In the vSphere client, start the Communication Manager virtual machine console and log in as privileged administrator for Communication Manager.
  2. On first attempt log in as privileged administrator for Communication Manager, you must type the following details according to the prompts:
    1. In the IPv4 IP address field, type the IP address.
    2. In the IPv4 subnet mask field, type the network mask IP address.
    3. In the IPv4 Default Gateway address field, type the default gateway IP address.
  3. In the Are these correct field, verify the IP address details and type y to confirm the IP address details.
  4. When the system prompts to create a customer privileged administrator account, enter the login details to create an account.
  5. In the Enable Avaya Services EASG Access, enter:
    • y to enable EASG.

    • n to disable EASG.

      Note:

      By disabling EASG, you are denying Avaya access to the system. This setting is not recommended as it can impact Avaya’s ability to provide support for the product. Unless the customer can manage the product, Avaya Services Logins should not be disabled.

  6. To configure the additional network settings, log in to Communication Manager System Management Interface and navigate to Administration > Server (Maintenance) > Network Configuration.
    Note:

    If the system interrupts the initial network prompt or you provide the incorrect data, run the /opt/ecs/bin/serverInitialNetworkConfig command to retype the data.