10
Perle
IRG5410/5410+
Series Router Hardware Installation Guide
Installation
Connecting to the USB-C port in Console Mode
By default, the USB-C port is set to console mode.
In this mode, the USB-C port acts as a console port.
connecting power.
2. Allow the router to complete the boot up sequence.
3. Connect a USB cable to the PC’s USB port, then connect the other end of the cable to the router’s
USB-C connector.
4. On the PC Choose Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound (or equivalent) on the Windows
Operating System. Choose the Device Manager, and expand the Ports section. The assigned COM
port can be identified.
5. Start a terminal emulation program (such as Putty or SecureCRT) on the com port where you have
connect the cable to the PC.
6. 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)
7. Press the Enter key on the keyboard and the prompt will display.
See the Perle IRG5000 Series Router CLI Refernce Guide for more information on using CLI com
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mands.
Connecting to the USB-C port as an Ethernet over USB Port
In this mode, the USB-C port behaves as if a PC is connected to the Ethernet port, allowing access to
networks and the Internet.
See the Perle IRG5000 Series Router User’s Guide and the Perle IRG5000 Series Router CLI
Refernce Guide for more information on setting this parameter.
TXD
2
Transmit Data
OUT
RXD
3
Receive Data
IN
DTR
4
Data Terminal Ready
IN
GND
5
Ground
GND
DSR
6
Data Set Ready
OUT
RTS
7
Request to Send
IN
CTS
8
Clear to Send
OUT
RI
9
Not Connected
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Warning: If you connect or disconnect the console cable with the power applied to the router 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
Warning: Do not use the USB port in a potentially explosive environment.
