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Connecting to the command line interface (CLI) Getting started
To connect to the CLI
1 Connect the null modem cable to the communications port of your computer and to
the FortiGate Console port.
2 Make sure that the FortiGate unit is powered on.
3 Start HyperTerminal, enter a name for the connection, and select OK.
4 Configure HyperTerminal to connect directly to the communications port on your
computer and select OK.
5 Select the following port settings and select OK.
6 Press Enter to connect to the FortiGate CLI.
The following prompt is displayed:
FortiGate-1000 login:
7 Type admin and press Enter twice.
The following prompt is displayed:
Welcome !
Type ? to list available commands. For information about how to use the CLI, see the
FortiGate CLI Reference Guide.
Bits per second 9600
Data bits 8
Parity None
Stop bits 1
Flow control None
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