Configuration Sequence
Perform the following tasks to configure IDSM-2:
1. Configure the Catalyst 6500 series switch for command and control access to IDSM-2.
2. Log in to IDSM-2.
3. Configure the switch to send traffic to be monitored to IDSM-2.
The below URL explains about the configuration of IDSM-2 with 6500 cat switch:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/security/ips/6.1/configuration/guide/cli/cli_idsm2.html#wp1059935
4. Initialize IDSM-2.
Run the setup command to initialize IDSM-2. During setup, you can configure the interfaces of IDSM-2.
5. Create the service account.
6. Perform the other initial tasks, such as adding users, trusted hosts, and so forth.
7. Configure intrusion prevention.
8. Perform miscellaneous tasks to keep IDSM-2 running smoothly.
9. Upgrade the IPS software with new signature updates and service packs.
10. Reimage the application partition and the maintenance partition when needed.