Connecting to the COM Port for Local Management
2-18 Installation
Connecting to a PC or Laptop
To connect a PC or laptop running the VT terminal emulation to the SSA COM port:
1. Connect the RJ45 connector at one end of the cable to the COM port on the SSA switch.
2. Plug the RJ45 connector at the other end of the cable into an RJ45-to-DB9 adapter.
3. Connect the RJ45-to-DB9 adapter to the communications port on the PC.
4. Configure the VT emulation package on your PC or laptop as follows:
When these parameters are set, the Local Management password screen will display. Refer to
“Completing the Installation” on page 2-20 for further information.
Connecting to a VT Series Terminal
To connect a VT Series terminal to the SSA COM port, use a UTP cable with RJ45 connectors and
an optional RJ45-to-DB25 female adapter.
1. Connect the RJ45 connector at one end of the cable to the COM port on the SSA switch.
2. Plug the RJ45 connector at the other end of the cable into the RJ45-to-DB25 female adapter.
3. Connect the RJ45-to-DB25 adapter to the port labeled COMM on the VT terminal.
4. Turn on the VT terminal and access the Setup Directory.
5. Set the following parameters:
When these parameters are set, the Local Management password screen will display. Refer to
“Completing the Installation” on page 2-20 for further information.
Parameter Setting
Mode 7 Bit Control
Transmit Transmit = 57600
Bits Parity 8 Bits, No Parity
Stop Bit 1 Stop Bit
Parameter Setting
Mode 7 Bit Control
Transmit Transmit = 57600
Bits Parity 8 Bits, No Parity
Stop Bit 1 Stop Bit
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