To connect an MX10004 router to a network for out-of-band management:
1. Connect one end of the cable to one of the two management ports (labeled MGNT) on one of the
RCBs.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the management router.
Figure 54: Connect an MX10004 to a Network for Out-of-Band Management
Connect an MX10004 Router to a Management Console
The MX10004 router has a console port with an RJ-45 connector. Use the console port to connect the
device to a management console or to a console server.
Before you begin, ensure that you have an RJ-45-to-DB-9 rollover cable available. An RJ-45 cable with
an RJ-45-to-DB-9 adapter is provided with the device.
NOTE: If your laptop or PC does not have a DB-9 connector pin (plug) and you want to connect
your laptop or PC directly to the MX10004 router, use a combination: Use both the RJ-45 cable
and RJ-45-to-DB-9 adapter supplied with the device and a USB[to-DB-9 plug adapter. You must
provide the USB-to-DB-9 plug adapter.
To connect the MX10004 router to a management console:
1. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the console port (labeled CON).
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