Overview
Creating a local management connection through a console.
Before you create a network management connection for the switch or connect the switch to the network, create a local management connection through a console terminal. Then configure an IP address for the switch. Use the console to perform these functions, each of which can be performed through the management interface after you make that connection.
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Configure the switch using the CLI.
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Monitor network statistics and errors.
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Configure SNMP agent parameters.
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Download software updates.
Make this local management connection between the asynchronous serial port on a supervisor module and a console device capable of asynchronous transmission. Typically, you use a computer terminal as the console device. On the supervisor modules, use the console serial port.
Before you can connect the console port to a computer terminal, make sure that the computer terminal supports VT100 terminal emulation. The terminal emulation software makes communication between the switch and the computer possible during setup and configuration.
Before you begin
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The switch must be fully installed in its rack, connected to a power source, and grounded.
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The necessary cabling for the console, management, and network connections must be available.
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An RJ-45 rollover cable provided in the switch accessory kit.
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Network cabling is routed to the location of the installed switch.
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Procedure
| 1. | Configure the console device to match these default port characteristics:
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| 2. | Connect an RJ-45 rollover cable to the console port on the switch. Find this cable in the accessory kit. |
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| 3. | Route the RJ-45 rollover cable to the console or a modem. |
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| 4. | Connect the other end of the RJ-45 rollover cable to the console or to a modem. |
What to do next
Create the initial switch configuration.