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Connecting to the Alternatively, you can view the automatically configured IP information Console Port via the command line interface (CLI) through a connection to the console

port. (This example describes a local connection to the console port, rather than a remote one via a modem.)

Pre-requisites

A workstation with terminal emulation software installed, such as Microsoft Hyperterminal. This software allows you to communicate with the Switch via the console port directly, or through a modem.

Documentation supplied with the terminal emulation software.

The RJ-45 to RS-232 cable supplied with the Switch

You can find the pin-out diagram for this cable in Appendix B on page 69.

A Category 5 twisted pair Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connectors to connect your Switch to the network.

Connecting the Workstation to the Switch

1Connect the workstation to the console port using the RJ-45 to RS-232 cable as shown in Figure 10.

Figure 10 Connecting a workstation to the Switch via the console port

Switch

Workstation

(with terminal emulation

software installed)

 

Console Port

Standard Null Modem Cable

Connection

 

To connect the cable:

aAttach the RJ-45 to RS-232 cable to the console port on the Switch.

bConnect the other end of the cable to one of the serial ports (also known as a COM port) on your workstation.

cTighten the retaining screws on the RS-232 connector to prevent it from being loosened.

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