Connecting To The Console Port - Netgate SG-2100 Manual

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SEVEN

CONNECTING TO THE CONSOLE PORT

There are times when directly accessing the console is required. Perhaps webGUI or SSH access has been locked out,
or the password has been lost or forgotten. This guide shows how to regain access directly through the console.
7.1 Install the Driver
A Silicon Labs CP210x USB-to-UART Bridge driver is used to provide access to the console, which is exposed via
the Mini-USB port on the appliance.
If needed, install an appropriate Silicon Labs CP210x USB to UART Bridge driver on the workstation used to connect
with the system.
Windows
There are drivers available for Windows available for download.
Mac OSX
There are drivers available for Mac OSX available for download.
For Mac, choose the Macintosh OSX download.
Linux
There are drivers available for Linux available for download.
FreeBSD
Recent versions of FreeBSD include this driver and will not require manual installation.
7.2 Connect a USB Cable
Next, locate an appropriate USB cable that has a Mini-USB connector on one end and a regular USB Type A plug on
the other end. These cables are commonly used with smaller USB peripherals such as GPS units, cameras, and so on.
Gently push the Mini-USB plug end into the console port on the appliance and connect the USB Type A plug into an
available USB port on the workstation.
Tip: Be certain to gently push in the Mini-USB connector on the system side completely. With most cables there will
be a tangible "click", "snap", or similar indication when the cable is fully engaged.
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