
Connecting Cables to the Passport 5430
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Connecting a Console Modem
A modem provides remote access to the Passport 5430. It is a good idea to
connect a modem in case the Passport 5430 experiences system problems.
To use a modem connection as a management console, you can connect a
telephone line directly to the optional V.34 console modem adapter module, or
you can connect an external modem to the console port.
provides the default settings for both types of modem interfaces.
Note:
Before you turn on the Passport 5430 for the first time to boot and
configure the router, you must connect a PC or terminal console.
Table 4-3.
Console Modem Defaults
Modem Signal/Parameter
Default Value
Clear to send (CTS)
On
Data terminal ready (DTR)
Set to answer all incoming calls.
Data carrier detect (DCD) or
received line signal detection
(RLSD)
On while carrier is present (the Passport 5430
uses DCD to detect modem connect and
disconnect).
Data set ready (DSR)
On
Ready to send (RTS)
Ignored
Synchronous/asynchronous mode
Asynchronous
AutoAnswer
Answer on 2 rings with DTR active.
Local character echo
Off
Supervisory functions
Off
Baud rate
9600
Data bits
8
Stop bits
1
Parity
None