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3-63databits
Use this command to set the number of data bits per character that are
interpreted and generated by the consol e port. Use the no form to restor e
the default value.
Syntax
databits {7 | 8}
no databits
7 - Seven data bits per cha racter.
8 - Eight data bits per character.
Default Setting
8 data bits per character
Command Mode
Line Configuration
Command Usage
The databits command can be used to mask the high bit on input
from devices that generate 7 data bits with parity. If parity is being
generated, specify 7 data bits per character. If no parity is required,
specify 8 data bits per character.
Example
To specify 7 data bits, enter this command:
Related Commands
parity
Console(config-line)#databits 7
Console(config-line)#