
CHAPTER 3
Using the Console Port
Alteon Web switches have a console port for configuring the switch. This chapter explains how to connect a terminal to the console port.
For instructions on using the console to view and configure switch settings, see the Web OS switch software manuals.
Connecting a Serial Cable
To establish a console (DCE) connection, the following are required:
νAn ASCII terminal or a computer running ASCII terminal emulation software set to the parameters shown in the table below:
Table 5 Console Configuration Parameters
Parameter | Value |
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Baud Rate | 9600 |
Data Bits | 8 |
Parity | None |
Stop Bits | 1 |
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