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Network configuration – Transition Networks MIL-SM808GPXX User Manual

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Network Configuration

Connecting a Terminal or PC to the Console Port

Console management involves the administration of the switch via a
direct connection to the RS-232 console port. This port is a female DB-9
connector. From the main menu of the console program, the user has
access to manage the functions of the switch.



Figure 4-1. Connecting the switch to a terminal via RS-232 cable

Use the supplied RS-232 cable to connect a terminal or PC to the console
port. The terminal or PC to be connected must support the terminal
emulation program.