Line Commands
4-17
4
Command Usage
The databits command can be used to mask the high bit on input from
devices that generate 7 data bits with parity. If parity is being generated,
specify 7 data bits per character. If no parity is required, specify 8 data bits per
character.
Example
To specify 7 data bits, enter this command:
Related Commands
parity (4-17)
parity
This command defines the generation of a parity bit. Use the no form to res tore the
default setting.
Syntax
parity {none | even | odd}
no parity
•none - No parity
•even - Even parity
•odd - Odd parity
Default Setting
No parity
Command Mode
Line Configuration
Command Usage
Communication protocols provided by devices such as terminals and modems
often require a specific parity bit setting.
Example
To specify no parity, enter this command:
Console(config-line)#databits 7
Console(config-line)#
Console(config-line)#parity none
Console(config-line)#