Connecting an External Modem

Connecting an External Modem

You can connect a modem to the AUX port on the KVM/net. After the modem is connected and properly configured, you can use it to dial in to the KVM/net when the production network or management network is down, or when Ethernet access is unavailable.

TTo Connect an External Modem to the AUX Port

This procedure requires the following cables and connectors:

A straight through cable with an RJ-45 connector on one end and the appropriate connector or adapter (USB, DB-9, or DB-25) on the other end for connecting the AUX port to the appropriate port on the external modem.

A phone cord with RJ-11 connectors on both ends for connecting the modem to the phone line.

1.Connect the RJ-45 end of the cable to the AUX port on the KVM/net.

2.Connect the other end of the cable to the modem.

3.Use a phone cable to connect the jack on the modem to a live telephone jack at your site.

4.Configure the AUX port for PPP.

See “AUX Port” on page 266 and “To Configure the AUX Port for Use With an IPDU or an External Modem” on page 267.

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