Chapter 4
Chapter 4:
Configuration Using the
Console Interface
Overview
The Switch features a
Using the HyperTerminal Application
To access the console interface using HyperTerminal:
1.Click the Start button.
2.SelectAllPrograms>Accessories>Communications > HyperTerminal.
Start > All Programs > Accessories > Communications > HyperTerminal
3.Enter a name for this connection. Select an icon for the application, then click OK.
HyperTerminal Connection Description Screen
4.Select a port to communicate with the switch. Select COM1 or COM2.
Configuration Using the Console Interface
5.Set the serial port settings as follows, then click OK. Bits per Second: 38400
Databits: 8
Parity: None
Stop bits: 1
Flow control: None
HyperTerminal Properties Screen
6.The Login screen appears. Proceed to the “Login” section below.
Using telnet
In addition to using HyperTerminal to operate the console interface through the Switch’s console port, you can also use a telnet session to operate the console interface through an Ethernet connection.
1.Click Start, then select All Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt to open a command prompt.
2.At the prompt, enter telnet 192.168.1.254, then press Enter.
3.The Login screen appears. Proceed to the “Login” section below.
HyperTerminal Connect To Screen