Console Cable Connection | Cabletron Systems 2H28-08R specification

Chapter 5: Local Management

5.3.1Console Cable Connection

Use the Console Cable Kit provided with the 2H28-08R to attach the management terminal to the 2H28-08R COM port as shown in Figure 5-1.

Connect an IBM PC or compatible device, running the VT terminal emulation, to the 2H28-08R as follows:

1.Connect the RJ45 connector at one end of the cable (supplied in the kit) to the COM port.

2.Plug the RJ45 connector at the other end of the cable into the RJ45-to-DB9 adapter (supplied in the kit).

3.Connect the RJ45-to-DB9 adapter to the communications port on the PC.

NOTE

RJ45 COM Port

UTP Cable

with RJ45 Connectors

PC	RJ45-to-DB9
PC	PC Adapter	2286-50
Figure 5-1	Management Terminal Connection

If using a DEC VT style terminal, use the DB25 adapter included in the Console Cable Kit for the connection, instead of the DB9 adapter.

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