Establishing The Configuration Task; Establishing The Physical Connection - Huawei Quidway S2700 Series Configuration Manual

Quidway S2700 Series Ethernet Switches
Configuration Guide - Basic Configuration

1.2.1 Establishing the Configuration Task

Before configuring login to the switch through the console port, familiarize yourself with the
applicable environment, complete the pre-configuration tasks, and obtain the required data. This
can help you complete the configuration task quickly and accurately.
Applicable Environment
If you log in to the switch for the first time or perform the local configuration, you need to log
in to the switch through the console port.
Pre-configuration Tasks
Before configuring login to the switch through the console port, complete the following tasks:
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Data Preparation
To login the switch through the console port, you need the following data.
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1.2.2 Establishing the Physical Connection

This part describes how to physically connect a terminal to a switch before login to the switch
through the console port.
Context
Do as follows on the switch:
Issue 01 (2011-07-15)
NOTE
If you cannot log in to the switch through the telnet, you need to log in to the switch through the console
port.
Preparing the PC/terminal (including serial port and RS-232 cable)
Installing terminal emulation program on the PC (such as Windows XP HyperTerminal)
NOTE
If the AAA authentication mode is configured for users to log in to the switch through the console interface,
the correct user name and password must be entered for a successful login.
Data
Terminal communication parameters
l Baud rate
l Data bit
l Parity
l Stop bit
l Flow-control mode
(Optional) User name and password to be entered for a successful login in AAA
authentication mode
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