Installation Via Serial Console - Advantech FWA-1013 User Manual

2.4.2 Installation via Serial Console

Note: The serial console port is specifically designed for the installation of TEXT MODE OS only.
It's essential for the OS installation engineer to have expertise in text-based OS installation and to be
familiar with serial console client operations.
An RS232-to-RJ45 console cable is provided in the box. If you've misplaced it or need additional
cables, make sure to use the appropriate serial console cable to connect the engineer's PC to the
FWA-1013's RJ45 serial port (Figure 2.4-2).
For more information on the cable's pin configuration, please refer to
a well-shielded cable, or contact Advantech representative.
If your PC lacks an RS232 port, consider acquiring a USB-to-RS232 cable (Figure 2.4-3). Do note that
for the two RS232 ends of the cables, one should be male and the other female.
The FWA-1013 also supports operation via a serial console port, suitable for situations without a
connected monitor.
In this configuration, both BIOS and OS outputs are directed through via a serial terminal connection.
Note that only TEXT MODE OS can be installed when using the serial console port.
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Figure 2.4-1 Location of the VGA and USB ports
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