Chapter 6 Configuring And Booting Software; Configuration; Setting Terminal Parameters - 3Com Switch 7700 Installation Manual

Chapter 6 Configuring and
Booting Software
This chapter describes how to configure and boot the Switch 7700.

6.1. Configuration

Configure the local terminal and Switch 7700, using Figure 21 as a reference. The terminal (a PC in this example) is
connected to the switch console port through a console cable.
Figure 21 Connecting the Switch 7700 to a PC
Console cable
PC
1. Plug the DB-9 or DB-25 female plug of the console cable into the serial port of the PC or the terminal
where the switch is to be configured.
2. Connect the RJ-45 connector of the console cable to the console port of the switch.

6.2. Setting Terminal Parameters

To set terminal parameters
1. Start the PC and select Start > Programs > Accessories > Communications > HyperTerminal.
2. The HyperTerminal window displays the Connection Description dialog box, as shown in Figure 22.
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