Command Reference Guide Serial Interface Configuration Command Set
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ignore dcd

Use the ignore dcd command to specify the behavior of the serial interface when the Data Carrier Detect
(DCD) signal is lost. Use the no form of this command to return to the default value.
Syntax Description
No subcommands.
Default Values
By default, the serial interface does not ignore a change in status of the DCD signal.
Applicable Platforms
This command applies to the NetVanta 1000R, 3000, and 4000 Series and Total Access 900 Seri es units.
Command History
Release 1.1 Command was introduced.
Functional Notes
When configured to follow DCD (default condition), the serial interface will not attempt to establish a
connection when DCD is not present. When configured to ignore DCD, the serial interface will continue to
attempt to establish a connection even when DCD is not present.
Usage Examples
The following example configures the serial interface to ignore a loss of the DCD signal:
(config)#interface serial 1/1
(config-ser 1/1)#ignore dcd