Connecting To The Console Port - Dell Force10 S2410-01-10GE-24P Configuration Manual

Connecting to the Console Port

To access the console port, follow the procedure below:
Step Task
Caution:
1 Install a straight-through RJ-45 copper cable (for example, an Ethernet cable) into the console
port. This is different from many other implementations that require a crossover (rollover) cable. If connecting
to a terminal server and using an Ethernet crossover cable, daisychain another crossover cable to effectively get
a straight-through cable connection. Many console terminal servers use octopus cables that are crossover
cables. As above, connect an additional crossover cable.
2 Connect the RJ-45/DB-9 adapter that is shipped with the switch to the RJ-45 cable.
Note: The console port pinout:
Pin 1 = NC
Pin 2 = NC
Pin 3 = RXD
Pin 4 = GND
Pin 5 = GND
Pin 6 = TXD
Pin 7 = NC
Pin 8 = NC
3 Connect the adapter to a laptop.
4 Once a connection is established, ensure the following terminal settings (default settings) at both ends: 9600
baud rate, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no flow control (console port only).
If you want to change the settings (such as if you want to download software at a higher speed), you must
change the serial configuration on both the switch and computer. See the command options in the following
step. For more on changing settings, see the hardware guide or the Quick Reference.
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