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The configuration terminal can be an ASCII terminal with an RS232 serial port or a PC. The
description in this section assumes that you use a PC as the configuration terminal.
2.
Connect the console cable:
a.
Plug the DB-9 female connector of the console cable to the serial port of the PC.
b.
Connect the RJ-45 connector to the console port of the device.
Figure 5 Connecting the console cable
NOTE:
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Identify the mark on the console port and make sure you are connecting to the correct port.
The serial ports on PCs do not support hot swapping. To connect a PC to an operating device, first
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connect the PC end. To disconnect a PC from an operating device, first disconnect the device end.
Setting terminal parameters
To set terminal parameters, for example, on a Windows 95/98/NT/2000/XP HyperTerminal:
1.
Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Communications > HyperTerminal.
The Connection Description dialog box appears.
2.
Enter a name for the new connection in the Name field and click OK.
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