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REQUIRED HARDWARE/SOFTWARE
ESTABLISHING A SERIAL CONSOLE CONNECTION
A serial console connection allows the user to connect to the BIOS to obtain the
BMC IP address, which is necessary when using the JAVA™ console session to
install an operating system. Though a few operating systems may be installed
using a serial console, the majority of operating systems require the use of a
video console.
Setting up the Serial Console
The serial console connection is established by connecting a USB to Mini-B
USB cable between the Mini-B USB port (shown in Figure 6.1) on the server's
operator panel and a USB port on the PC, and then installing a terminal
emulator application to establish communication between the server and PC.
Figure 6.1 Mini-B USB port on server's operator panel
The first step in establishing communication is to install a virtual
communications port (VCP) driver on the PC.
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A PC (either a laptop or desktop)
One USB to Mini-B USB cable
One CAT5e RJ45 Ethernet cable
Internet access and a web browser
Operating system preloaded on a USB drive or other device
Chapter 6: Operating System & Firmware Setup
CTC-DOC-002293, Rev A.2
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