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Figure 31
Connecting the terminal to the firewall
(1) Console port
(2) RJ-45 connector
(3) Console cable
IMPORTANT:
•
Identify the mark on the console port and make sure you are connecting to the correct port.
•
The serial ports on PCs do not support hot swapping. If the firewall has been powered on, always
connect the console cable to the PC before connecting it to the firewall, and when you disconnect the
cable, first disconnect it from the firewall.
Configuring communication parameters on the terminal
1.
On the PC, select
Start
>
Programs
>
Accessories
>
Communications
>
HyperTerminal
.
2.
Enter a name for the connection and click
OK
.
