Rapier 48w Switch
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Configuring the Switch
The Rapier 48w switch can be configured with the Command Line Interface
(CLI). Before configuring the switch, you must make some basic connections
explained in the following procedure. Before starting the procedure, ensure that
the switch is installed and operating.

Using the CLI to configure the switch

1. Connect a terminal or PC to a console port.
The Rapier 48w has two identical asynchronous serial RS-232 console
ports with DB9 connectors on the front panel, asyn0 and asyn1. Using the
supplied RS-232 straight-through cable, connect your terminal or PC to
one of the console ports. For NEBS compatibility, the cable must be
shielded and grounded at both ends, especially if permanently connected.
2. Set the communication parameters.
Set the communication parameters on your terminal or terminal emulation
program to:
• Bit rate: 9600
• Data bits: 8
•Parity: None
• Stop bits: 1
• Flow control: Hardware
For information about terminal emulation, see Using Windows Terminal and
HyperTerminal in the Hardware Reference.
3. Log in at the prompt.
After the switch has booted, the login prompt appears. If the login prompt
does not appear, press the [Enter] key two or three times.
When the switch boots for the first time, it automatically creates an
account with manager privileges. The login name for the account is manager
and the password is friend.
At the login prompt, enter the login name and password as follows:
Login: manager
Password: friend
The command prompt is displayed after successful login. You can now use
the CLI to configure the switch.