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This procedure explains how to view and configure expandable ports using your switch's web browser-based user interface. You can also view and configure the expandable ports using your switch’s command line interface. For more information, see What CLI commands can I use to view and configure expandable port settings for my APM402XL port card on my M4300-96x switch?.

To view and configure expandable ports information:

  1. Launch a web browser.
  2. In the address field of your web browser, enter the IP address of the switch. The login window opens.
  3. Enter the user name and password.
    The default admin user name is admin and the default admin password is blank, that is, do not enter a password.
  4. Click the Login button.
    The System Information page displays.
  5. Select Switching > Ports > Expandable Port Configuration.
    A screenshot of the M4300-96X interface showing the Expandable Port Configuration screenThe nonconfigurable Operational Port(s) column displays the ports that are operational.
  6. In the 40G Interface column, select the check box for the interface.
  7. From the Configured Mode menu, select the expandable port mode:
    • 1x40G. The interface is not expanded and functions in 40 mode. This is the default setting.
    • 4x10G. The interface is expanded to four 10G ports.
  8. Click the Apply button.
    Your settings are saved.
  9. To refresh the page with the latest information on the switch, click the Update button.
Last Updated:07/07/2025 | Article ID: 000059512

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