SMC Networks SMC8150L2 manual Required Connections, Initial Configuration

2 Initial Configuration

•Configure up to 32 static or LACP trunks

•Enable port mirroring

•Set broadcast storm control on any port

•Display system information and statistics

Required Connections

The switch provides an RS-232 serial port that enables a connection to a PC or terminal for monitoring and configuring the switch. A null-modem console cable is provided with the switch.

Attach a VT100-compatible terminal, or a PC running a terminal emulation program to the switch. You can use the console cable provided with this package, or use a null-modem cable that complies with the wiring assignments shown in the Installation Guide.

To connect a terminal to the console port, complete the following steps:

1.Connect the console cable to the serial port on a terminal, or a PC running terminal emulation software, and tighten the captive retaining screws on the RS-232 connector.

2.Connect the other end of the cable to the RS-232 serial port on the switch.

3.Make sure the terminal emulation software is set as follows:

•Select the appropriate serial port (COM port 1 or COM port 2).

•Set the baud rate to 9600 bps.

•Set the data format to 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no parity.

•Set flow control to none.

•Set the emulation mode to VT100.

•When using HyperTerminal, select Terminal keys, not Windows keys.

Notes: 1. Refer to “Line Commands” on page 4-10for a complete description of console configuration options.

2.Once you have set up the terminal correctly, the console login screen will be displayed.

For a description of how to use the CLI, see “Using the Command Line Interface” on page 4-1.For a list of all the CLI commands and detailed information on using the CLI, refer to “Command Groups” on page 4-9.

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