Sun Microsystems Sun Fire V100 Connecting to the Server Using a System Running Microsoft Windows

For example, for a Sun Fire V100 server connected to port 10000 on a terminal server whose IP address is 192.20.30.10, you would type:

#telnet 192.20.30.10 10000

Connecting to the Server Using a System Running Microsoft Windows

If you want to configure and operate a Sun Fire V100 server from a PC or laptop running Microsoft Windows, you can do so using the Windows Hyperterminal.

Note –The following procedure relates to Windows 98. Other variants of Microsoft Windows may differ slightly.

Note –If you use a Palm Pilot or similar device, make sure that Hot Sync Manager is closed. If it is not closed, you will not be able to communicate with the server from your PC or laptop.

▼To Connect to the Server

1.Connect the RJ-45 patch cable to the port labeled “A LOM” on the rear of the server.

2.Connect the other end of the patch cable to the DB-9 adapter.

3.Connect the DB-9 serial adapter to the COM1 serial port on your PC or laptop.

4.Open a Windows Hyperterminal:

a.Choose Start > Programs > Accessories > Communications > Hyperterminal

b.Run Hyperttrm.exe

5.In the Set Up New Session window:

a.Name the session.

b.Choose an icon.

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