Nortel Networks 450 - Manual (Page 119)

Installing the BayStack 450 Switch
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Connecting a Terminal to the Console/Comm Port
To connect a terminal to the console port, follow these steps:
1. Set the terminal protocol as described in “Console/Comm Port ” on
page 2-10 .
2. Connect the terminal (or a computer in terminal-emulation mode) to the
console port using the RS-232 cable.
3. Connect the female connector of the RS-232 cable directly to the
Console/Comm Port on the switch, and tighten the captive retaining
screws (see
Figure 2-7 ).
Figure 2-7. Connecting to the Console/Comm Port
4. Connect the other end of the cable to a terminal or the serial connector of
a personal computer running communications software.
5. See the next section, “ Connecting Power ,” to connect the AC power cord
and power up the BayStack 450 switch.
Comm Port
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