Cisco Systems ME 4924-10GE manual Powering On the Switch and Running Post

Chapter 2 Switch Installation

Preparing for Installation

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Step 2 Use the supplied RJ-45-to-DB-9 adapter cable to insert the RJ-45 connector into the console port, as shown in Figure 2-1.

Figure 2-1 Connecting to the Console Port

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Step 3 Attach the DB-9 female DTE adapter of the RJ-45-to-DB-9 adapter cable to a PC, or attach an appropriate adapter to the terminal.

Step 4 Start the terminal-emulation program if you are using a PC or terminal.

Powering On the Switch and Running POST

To power on the switch, follow these steps:

Step 1 Make sure that you have started the terminal emulation software program (such as ProComm, HyperTerminal, tip, or minicom) from your management station. See the “Connecting a PC or Terminal to the Console Port” section on page 2-4for information on connecting to the switch console port.

Step 2 If you are using an AC power supply, connect one end of the AC power cord to the AC power connector on the switch, and then connect the other end of the power cord to an AC power outlet.

Step 3 If you are using a DC power supply, see the “Connecting DC Power to the Cisco ME 4924-10GE Switch” section on page 3-3for instructions on how to connect the DC power supply.

Step 4 Secure the power cord with the power cord retainer. For more information, see the “Connecting AC Power to the Cisco ME 4924-10GE Switch” section on page 3-2.

Cisco ME 4924-10GE Ethernet Switch Hardware Installation Guide

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