Chapter 3 Configuration; Preparing For Configuration - Planet GSD-800S User Manual

Unlike the unmanaged switch, GSD-800S performs series smart functions that make the
switch operate more effectively. This section will describe the common usage of the Switch
Smart Con-figuration.

3.1 Preparing for configuration

3.1.1 Connecting a PC or Terminal to the RS-232 Port
When you are ready to configure the smart functions of the switch, make sure you had
connected the supplied RS-232 serial cable to the RS-232 port at the front panel of your
GSD-800S Switch and your PC.
3.1.2 Terminal Emulation Setup Program
In Windows 98/2000/XP, launch "HyperTerminal", create a new connection, and adjust
settings as below:
● Emulation: VT-100 compatible
● Baud per second: 115200
● Data bits: 8
● Parity: None
● Stop bits: 1
● Flow Control: None
To gain a demo, please see the Figure 3-1.
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Figure 3-1 Console Configuration
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