Enterasys Networks A2H123-24 manual Connecting to a VT Series Terminal

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Connecting to Console Port for Local Management

When these parameters are set, the Startup screen will display. Proceed to “Connecting to the Network” on page 3‐19.

Figure 3-9 Connecting an IBM PC or Compatible

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Connecting to a VT Series Terminal

To connect a VT Series terminal to an Enterasys switch Console port (Figure 3‐10), use a UTP serial interface cable terminated with a DB9 female connector and a DB25 female connector and proceed as follows:

1.Connect the DB9 female connector at one end of cable to the Console port DB9 male connector on the Enterasys switch. (If there is a switch designated as the Manager, connect to its Console port.)

2.Plug the DB25 female connector at the other end of the cable into the port labeled COMM on the VT terminal.

3.Turn on the terminal and access the Setup Directory. Set the following parameters on your terminal.

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Contents SecureStack A2 Page Page Regulatory Compliance Information Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Supplement to Product Instructions Vcci Notice Declaration of Conformity Enterasys NETWORKS, INC. Firmware License Agreement Viii Page Page Contents Figures Tables Xiv Who Should Use This Guide About This GuideRelated Documents How to Use This GuideFollowing conventions are used in this guide Conventions Used in This GuideSupport@enterasys.com Getting HelpOverview A2H123-24 SwitchA2H123-24 Stackable Switch Management Redundant Power Supply CapabilitySwitch Configuration Using WebView ConnectivitySwitch Configuration Using CLI Commands Lanview Diagnostic LEDsStandards Compatibility 10BASE-T Network Network Requirements100BASE-FX Network 100BASE-TX Network1000BASE-T Network Hardware Installation Unpacking the Switch Considerations Prior to InstallationRequired Tools Installing the Rubber Feet Installing the Switch on a Flat SurfaceChassis Bottom, Rubber Feet Placement Area Guidelines for Switch Installation on Flat Surface Guidelines for Flat Surface InstallationGuidelines for Rackmount Installation Rack Mounting the SwitchAttaching Brackets and Installing in Rack Attaching the Rackmount Brackets Connecting Stacking CablesStacking Cable Connections About SecureStack A2 Switch Operation in a Stack Configuring Switches in a StackInstalling a New Stackable System of Up to Eight Switches Recommended Procedures for New and Existing StacksAdding a New Switch to an Existing Stack AC Power Connecting AC and RPS-SYS PowerSwitch Rear View RPS coverplate Screw holes for coverplate C2RPS-SYS Redundant Power SystemWhat Is Needed Connecting to Console Port for Local ManagementStack Initialization Overview Parameter Setting Connecting to an IBM or Compatible DeviceConnecting an IBM PC or Compatible Connecting to a VT Series Terminal10 Connecting a VT Series Terminal Connecting to a ModemConnecting UTP Cables Connecting to the Network12 Connecting a UTP Cable Segment to RJ45 Port 13 Four-Wire Crossover Cable RJ45 Pinouts for 10/100BASE-TX 15 Eight-Wire Crossover Cable RJ45 Pinouts for 1000BASE-TX Connecting Fiber-Optic Cables to LC Ports 17 Cable Connection to LC Fiber-Optic Connectors Initial Logon to Switch Management Completing the InstallationCompleting the Installation Hardware Installation Troubleshooting Lanview LEDs of A2H123-24 Using LanviewLED 26/Stack Off RPS Configuration Guide for proper setup Troubleshooting ChecklistConfiguration Guide for the IP address Reset Switch Using the Reset SwitchSwitch Specifications SpecificationsPhysical Console Port Pinout Assignments Fiber-Optic SpecificationsRegulatory Compliance Torque Values