Connecting a Terminal to the Console Port
The console port is a serial RS-232 interface port that enables a connection to a terminal for performing switch monitoring and configuration functions. The terminal may be a PC or workstation running terminal emulation software, or a terminal configured as a Data Terminal Equipment (DTE) connection. Alternatively, this port can be connected to an external modem to enable remote dial-in management. You can use the out-of-band management program (described in the Management Guide) over a standard modem connection.
If you connect a terminal to the console port prior to powering on the switch, you can observe the progress and results of the power-on self test as the switch goes through its initialization process. See “Powering the Switch” on page 23.
The console port is configured as a standard RS-232 connection using a male DB-9 connector (see Table A-1 for pinouts). A null-modem wired RS-232 cable is supplied with the switch for connecting to this interface. This cable is shielded to comply with emissions regulations and requirements.
Console Port (Out-of-Band) Connections
To connect the VH-4802 console port to a terminal, do the following:
1.Connect a VT100 compatible terminal or a PC running a terminal emulation program to the console port (Figure 2-3). Use the null- modem cable provided with the switch, or use a null-modem connection that is compatible with the console port pin assignments shown in Appendix A.
Figure 2-3. Connecting a Terminal to the Console Port
2.Connect one end of the interface cable directly to the switch’s console port and tighten the retaining screws.