Setup Requirements
Connecting to a Modem
Matrix E1 Series (1G694-13) Configuration Guide 2-5
2.1.4 Connecting to a Modem
To connect a modem to an Enterasys Networks device modem port (Figure 2-3), use a UTP cable
with RJ45 connectors and an optional RJ45-to-DB25 male adapter (PN 9372112), and proceed as
follows:
1. Connect the RJ45 connector at one end of the cable to the modem port on the Enterasys
Networks device.
2. Plug the RJ45 connector at the other end of the cable into the RJ45-to-DB25 male adapter.
Refer to Section 2.1.5 for adapter wiring and signal assignments.
3. Connect the RJ45-to-DB25 adapter to the communications port on the modem.
4. Turn on the modem and configure your VT emulation package with the following parameters:
5. When these parameters are set, the Matrix E1 startup screen will display.
Parameter Setting
Mode 7 Bit Control
Transmit Transmit=9600
Bits Parity 8 Bits, No Parity
Stop Bit 1 Stop Bit