Alteon Web Switch Hardware Installation Guide
Switch | PC Serial Port |
Console Port | |
3
2* TxD
2 
3* RxD
7 
4 RTS
8 
5 CTS
6 
6 DSR
5 
7* Ground
1 
8 DCD
4
20 DTR
*Only the pins for RxD, TxD, and Ground are required.
Figure 12 9-pin to 25-pin Connector Pin Assignments
NOTE – Console cables are not intended for permanent installation and should be disconnected from the console port after configuring the switch.
Establishing a Console Connection
Following are the instructions to connect a console.
1.Connect the terminal to the Console port of the switch using the serial cable that is included with your switch.
2.Power on the terminal.
3.To establish the connection, press <Enter> on your terminal.
4.Enter the password when prompted.
The default administrator password is admin. Once your password is verified, the Main menu is displayed. For instructions on using the menus to configure the switch, see the Web OS switch software manuals.
