2. CONSOLE PROGRAM
This chapter describes how to use your converter switch Console Program, specifically in:
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Local Console Management (out-of-band)
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Telnet Management (in-band)
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Configuring the system
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Resetting the system
The interface and options are the same with Local Console and Telnet Management. The
difference is the type of connection and the port that is used to manage the converter switch.
2.1 Local Console Management
Local Console Management is always done through the RS-232 DB-9 port and requires a
direct connection between the converter switch and a PC. This type of management is very
useful especially when the network is down and the converter switch cannot be reached by
any other means.
You also need to use the Local Console Management to setup the converter switch network
configuration for the first time. You can setup the IP address and change the default
configuration to desired setting to enable Telnet or SNMP services.
Follow these steps to begin a management session using Local Console Management:
1. Attach the serial cable the RS-232 DB-9 port located at the front of the converter
switch with a null modem.
2. Attach the other end to the serial port of a PC or workstation.
3. Run a terminal emulation program using the following settings:
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Emulation
VT-100/ANSI compatible
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BPS
9600
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Data bits
8
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Parity
None
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Stop bits
1
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Flow Control
None
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Enable
Terminal keys
4. Press Enter to reach the Main menu.
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