Connecting To The Console Port - Cisco Catalyst 2950 Hardware Installation Manual

Chapter 1 Quick Installation

Connecting to the Console Port

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You can use the console port to perform the initial configuration. To connect the
switch console port to a PC, use the supplied RJ-45-to-DB-9 adapter cable.
Follow these steps to connect the PC or terminal to the switch:
Using the supplied RJ-45-to-DB-9 adapter cable, insert the RJ-45 connector into
the console port on the rear of a switch, as shown in
Attach the DB-9 female DTE of the adapter cable to a PC serial port, or attach an
appropriate adapter to the terminal.
Figure 1-2 Connecting a Switch to a PC
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Connecting to the Console Port
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