Select Host Connection Method - Black Box LRA001A-R2 User Manual

4.2 Select Host Connection Method

If you do not have a previously configured boot diskette, select a method to connect the host or serial
terminal before installing the Router software as described in Chapter 5.
Host
PC or workstation
(2 of Figure 4-1)
PC (3 of Figure 4-1)
PC (4 of Figure 4-1)
Serial terminal
(5 of Figure 4-1)
1 After the Router is initially installed, the system administrator can manage it remotely over the dialup
link or from the local Ethernet LAN, using either:
• telnet for IP networks, or
• RouterVu for IPX networks.
The telnet utility allows you to access and configure Routers remotely over an IP network.
The RouterVu utility allows you to access and configure Routers remotely over an IPX network.
ASYNC ROUTER AR-P, AR-5, AND SYNC ROUTER USER'S MANUAL
Table 4-1. Host Connection Methods.
Required Host
Applications
telnet utility 1
RouterVu utility 1
Serial terminal utility
or terminal emulation
None
Required Host Location Required Network Protocols
Must be on the same
Ethernet as Router
Must be on the same
Ethernet as Router
Must be connected to
Router's console port
Must be connected to
Router's console port
IP
IPX
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