MapleLink Lite Tutorials

In this tutorial, you will learn what 802.1X port-based authentication is, how it protects network access by verifying user or device identities, and the roles of the supplicant, authenticator, and authentication server. You’ll see how ports stay locked until authentication succeeds, and how features like Guest VLANs, re-authentication, and port control modes work. Finally, you’ll learn the basic steps to enable 802.1X on a switch, choose an authentication method (Local or RADIUS), and apply settings to individual ports.

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Learn how to configure Alarms and Syslog to detect faults early and prevent downtime. This tutorial covers setting Alarm DIP switches, viewing alerts, and enabling Syslog logging to monitor and record critical system events in real time.

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In this tutorial, you will learn how to configure essential port settings such as speed, duplex mode, auto-negotiation, and flow control. It’ll also walk you through on how to apply port priority to ensure critical traffic is delivered first. This is all essential to set up ports correctly and maintain stable network communication.

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In this tutorial, you will learn how Loop Detection protects your network from accidental loops and broadcast storms, how to configure it on individual ports and globally, and how Loop Recovery can automatically restore blocked ports after a set period. You’ll also learn how to monitor loop guard status, interpret alerts, and apply best practices to maintain a stable, reliable network. Finally, you’ll see real-world examples of how these features prevent downtime and keep critical systems running smoothly.

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In this tutorial, we’ll walk through how SNMP trap receivers work and why they’re essential for network monitoring. You’ll learn how traps provide real-time alerts for issues like link failures, high CPU usage, or overheating devices, and how trap receivers log these events, trigger automated responses, and help keep networks running smoothly. We’ll also cover how to configure SNMP on a Maple Systems Industrial Network Switch using the MapleLink Lite interface, including setting up community strings, trap events, and receiver settings. Finally, we’ll look at a real-world example in an automated manufacturing plant where SNMP traps help prevent downtime and ensure reliable operations.

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In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to use Access Control Lists (ACLs) to make your network more secure. You’ll see how Layer 2 ACLs filter traffic based on MAC addresses right at the switch, and how Layer 3 ACLs control traffic between networks using IP addresses. It’ll guide you through on how to set rules that allow or block specific devices and data—like a quality-control system for your network—using the Lite Managed switch user interface – MapleLink Lite.

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In this tutorial, you’ll learn what a VLAN is and why it’s useful. We’ll also show you how to manage your VLAN using a Maple Systems Lite-Managed Industrial Network Switch with the MapleLink Lite user interface.

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In this tutorial, you will learn how to set up and configure a Maple Systems Lite-Managed Industrial Network Switch. We’ll start by walking through the hardware features of the switch, then guide you through the setup steps like connecting to the device, logging into the web interface, adjusting settings such as the IP address and port configuration, security settings, diagnostics and management.

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