Chapter 5: Prepare for Configuration
This chapter provides information on preparing the for configuration, and discusses the
following topics:
Establishing a Console Connection
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Assigning a Stack IP Address
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Assigning the Initial Router IP Address
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Establishing a Telnet Connection
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Configuring the Switch
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Establishing a Console Connection
This section describes the procedure for establishing switch access between a terminal and the
switch over the serial port provided on the front panel of the (RJ-45 connector labeled
"Console"). For information on the console port pin assignments, refer to the Avaya User
Guide.
Figure 6: Avaya Console Port
Figure notes:
1. Console port
1. Use the serial cable supplied to attach the RJ-45 console connector to the Console port of
the active switch. Connect the DB-9 connector to the serial (COM) port on your PC/
terminal.
- The master switch is indicated by the SYS LED being ON.
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