Connecting to the COM Port for Local Management

5.When these parameters are set, the Local Management password screen will display. Refer to the appropriate Enterasys Matrix N Standalone Series Configuration Guide for further information.

Figure 3-12 Connecting an IBM PC or Compatible

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Connecting to a VT Series Terminal

To connect a VT Series terminal to a Enterasys Matrix N SA 2G4072‐52 COM port

(Figure 3‐13), use a UTP cable with RJ45 connectors and an optional RJ45‐to‐DB25 female adapter. Proceed as follows:

1.Connect the RJ45 connector at one end of the cable to the COM port on the Enterasys Networks device.

2.Plug the RJ45 connector at the other end of the cable into the RJ45‐to‐DB25 female adapter.

3.Connect the RJ45‐to‐DB25 adapter to the port labeled COMM on the VT terminal.

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