66 Configuring Dell PowerConnect
General Configuration InformationThe PowerConnect M6220/M6348/M8024 switches are delivered with binary files containing the switch
operating system and ASCII configuration files that are used to define the relationship of the switch to
its network environment. The configuration process consists of adjusting the ASCII configuration files so
that each switch fits into its unique network topology.
Terminal Connection Configuration
Your switch requires the following terminal connection parameters for configuration:
•no parity
•one stop bit
• 8 data bits
• no flow control
Baud Rate
The baud rates can be manually changed to any of the following values:
•2400
•4800
• 9600 (default baud rate)
• 19200
• 38400
• 57600
• 115200
The following is an example configuration for changing the default baud rate using CLI commands:
console#configure
console(config)#line console
console(config-line)#speed 115200
Note: Remember to set the baud rate on the terminal emulator softwar e on your workstation to match the speed of
the switch.
Other Configuration Requirements
The following is required for downloading embedded software and configuring the switch:
• ASCII terminal (or emulation) connected to the serial port (cross-cable) in the rear of the unit
• Assigned IP address for the switch for switch remote control use with Telnet, SSH, and so forth