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
computer possible during setup and configuration.
Note
Before you begin
• The switch must be fully installed in its rack. The switch must be connected to a power source and
grounded.
• The necessary cabling for the console, management, and network connections must be available.
• An RJ45 rollover cable and a DB9F/RJ45 adapter.
• Network cabling should already be routed to the location of the installed switch.
Procedure
Step 1 Configure the console device to match the following default port characteristics:
• 9600 baud
• 8 data bits
• 1 stop bit
• No parity
Step 2 Connect and RJ45 rollover cable to a terminal, PC terminal emulator, or terminal server.
The RJ45 rollover cable is not part of the accessory kit.
Step 3 Route the RJ45 rollover cable as appropriate and connect the cable to the console port on the chassis.
If the console or modem cannot use an RJ45 connection, use the DB9F/RJ45F PC terminal adapter.
Alternatively, you can use an RJ45/DSUB F/F or RJ45/DSUB R/P adapter, but you must provide those
adapters.
What to do next
You are ready to create the initial switch configuration.
Connect the Management Interface
The management port (MGMT ETH) provides out-of-band management, which lets you to use the
command-line interface (CLI) to manage the switch by its IP address. This port uses a 10/100/1000 Ethernet
connection with an RJ-45 interface.
Hardware Installation Guide for Cisco 8500 Switches
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Connect Switch to the Network
Connect the Management Interface
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