Dell PowerConnect 8024 User Manual page 92

Figure 5-3. HyperTerminal Properties Window
NOTE: 9600 is the default baud rate for a new switch. The switch may have another baud rate. If using the
default baud rate does not result in viewing the switch terminal, try another baud rate.
3. Use the supplied RJ-45 to DB9 serial cable to connect the workstation to the switch.
4. Connect the switch power cord and power up the switch. The system begins the boot process. When
the following displays, you can enter the Boot menu by selecting 2, if necessary, to run special
procedures.
Select an option. If no selection in 10 seconds then operational code
will start.
1 - Start operational code.
2 - Start Boot Menu.
Select (1, 2):2
If you do not enter the Boot menu, the system continues operation by decompressing the code into
RAM. The code starts running from the RAM and the list of available port numbers and their states (up
or down) are displayed.
NOTE: The following screen is an example configuration. Items such as addresses, versions, and dates may differ
for each switch.
current volume configuration:
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Configuring Dell™ PowerConnect™