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3. To connect modems, use straight-through CAT 5 or greater cables, with an appropriate
connector or adaptor (USB, DB-9 or DB-25) for the modem.
NOTE:
To comply with EMC requirements, use shielded cables for all port connections.
WARNING:
Do not turn on the power on the connected devices until after the console server is turned on.
To daisy chain PDUs to a console server:
This procedure assumes that you have one PDU connected to a serial port on a console server.
NOTE:
Daisy chaining is not possible with SPC PDUs. ServerTech PDUs will allow only one level (Master
and Slave) of daisy chaining.
1. Connect one end of a UTP cable with RJ-45 connectors to the OUT port of the connected
PDU.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the IN port of the chained PDU. Repeat both steps until
you have connected the desired number of PDUs.
NOTE:
For performance reasons, Avocent recommends connecting no more than 128 outlets per serial
port.
Turning On the Console Server
The console server is supplied with single or dual AC or DC power supplies.
WARNING:
Always execute the shutdown command through the web manager, CLI or DSView software
under the Overview/Tools node before turning the console server off, then on again. This will ensure the
reset doesn't occur while the file system in Flash is being accessed, and it helps avoiding Flash memory
corruptions.
AC power
To turn on a console server with AC power:
1. Make sure the console server is turned off.
2. Plug the power cable into the console server and into a power source.
3. Turn the console server on.
4. Turn on the power switches of the connected devices.
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