Entering a new password | Black Box SW556AE, SW555AE guide

REMOTE MANAGEMENT SWITCH

2)Password. The password is used for logging into the menu system and in every escape sequence. The factory-default password is “TEST.” The security code may be 1 to 8 characters. These characters can be any ASCII character except NULL (00 hex). To change the password, you must re-enter the current password. A prompt for a new password appears. After you enter the new password, a confirmation appears.

ENTER NEW PASSWORD > TEST

RE-ENTER NEW PASSWORD > TEST

PASSWORD CHANGED

Figure 4-8. Entering a new password.

3)Baud Rate. The Remote Management Switch can operate at speeds from 300 to 115,200 bps. Simply enter the desired baud rate followed by the Enter key. Valid selections are 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19,200, 38,400, 57,600, and 115,200.

The baud rate set only affects the code and menu control of the Switch. Once connection to a port is made, the Switch is transparent to the speed and character format sent.

4)Parity and Data Bits. The Remote Management Switch can operate with a 7- or 8-bit data frame, and odd, even, or no parity. You need only set the parity: None, Even, or Odd. The Switch automatically determines the number of data bits and stop bits.

5)Lead Control. This selection determines whether control leads from the switched ports can be used to access the master port. The factory default is lead control disabled. Select Yes or No.

6)Command Response. The Switch can send a response to escape sequences to let the operator know that the switch has taken place. The factory default is responses disabled. Select Yes or No to change the setting.

7)Modem or Terminal Mode. Sets the Switch for either terminal or modem use. Each time you select 7 Mode, this setting toggles.

•Modem mode: The Remote Management Switch monitors the DCD lead from the master port. Once the call is established, send the Escape to invoke the auto rate detector, if required, then the Enter key to generate the Login prompt, or any valid control code. Three unsuccessful login attempts causes the Switch to hang up the modem. Use this setting when the Switch is connected to a dial modem.