Nortel Networks BCM200, 400 4.0 Connecting through the serial port, To configure your computer

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4Start the computer.

To configure your computer

Note: The steps below may differ slightly depending on the operating system of your computer. The task in this section is to specify the IP address and subnet mask for the computer.

1From the Start menu, choose Settings then choose Control Panel.

2Double-click the Network icon.

3Select your TCP/IP adapter, and then click the Properties button.

4Click the IP Address tab.

5Click the Specify an IP address option.

6In the IP Address field, enter the IP address of the BCM system (if using the default IP address, enter 10.10.10.2).

7In the Subnet Mask field, enter the subnet mask of the BCM system (if using the default, enter 255.255.255.0).

8Click OK.

9Click OK.

Your computer is now configured to connect to the BCM system.

Connecting through the serial port

You can also connect to the BCM system through the serial port using a null modem cable. You can then change the IP address of the BCM system and perform other basic configuration tasks. You can use Element Manager to perform more detailed configuration of your system.

You must use a null modem cable connection to the BCM main unit if the default IP address is not compatible with your LAN or WAN network.

Required equipment:

•null modem cable

•VT100-compatible terminal or a computer that has a terminal program such as Hyperterminal

Warning: Your terminal must be VT100-compatible and must support the VT100 National Character set. If the terminal does not support the National Character set, the text displays incorrectly.

You can enable or disable the serial port through Element Manager. This functionality is helpful for diagnostics and to make the system more secure. By default the serial port is enabled.

BCM200/400 4.0 Installation and Maintenance Guide