Installation 19
IDS-409G Hardware Installation Guide
MicroUSB Console Port
1. Connect a USB cable to the PC’s USB port, then connect the other end of the cable to
the IDS switch’s micro-B USB connector.
2. Connect power to the switch as described in <Color><BoldItalic>Connecting Power
3. On the PC Choose Start -> Control Panel -> Systems (or equivalent) on the Windows
Operating System, then open the Hardware tab. Choose the Device Manager, and
expand the Ports section. The assigned COM port appears can be identified.
4. Start an terminal-emulation program (such as Putty or SecureCRT) on the com port
where you have connect the cable to the PC.
5. Configure your COM port within the emulation program on the PC as:
• 9600 baud
• 8 data bits
• 1 stop bit
• No parity
• None (flow control)
6. The PC will display the bootloader sequence.
7. Press Enter to display the setup prompt when the booting of the IDS is completed.
Warning
: If you connect or disconnect the console cable with the power applied to the
switch or any device on the network, an electrical arc can occur. This could cause an
explosion when installed in a hazardous location. Ensure the power is removed from all
devices prior to making the cable connection.
