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Connect the Management Interfaces and Perform Initial System
Configuration
This section explains how to connect the SCE 2000 platform to a local console and perform the initial system
configuration via the setup wizard that runs automatically.
Additionally, this section contains instructions for cabling the Fast Ethernet Management interface.
When installing a cascaded system, it is extremely important to follow the sequence of procedures outlined in the section
Note
Installing a Cascaded System
Connect the Local Console
Figure 12: Connecting to the Local Console
You must first connect the unit to a local console and configure the initial settings for the SCE 2000 to support remote
management. When the initial connection is established, the setup utility will run automatically, prompting you to perform
the initial system configuration.
Make sure that the terminal configuration is as follows:
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9600 baud
8 data bits
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No Parity
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1 stop bits
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No flow control
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The above SCE 2000 port parameters are fixed and are not configurable.
Step 1
Plug the RS-232 serial cable provided with the SCE 2000 into the CON port on the front panel of the SCE 2000.
Step 2
Connect the other end of the serial cable (with an attached DB-9 connector) to the VT100 compatible local
(serial) terminal.
Step 3
At the console. press Enter several times until the Cisco logo appears on the local terminal and the setup
configuration dialog is entered.
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