3.2 Logging In to the Router Through the Console Port
This section describes how to log in to the router through the console port.
Procedure
Step 1 Connect the router to a PC using a Console Cable. Connect the RJ45 connector of the cable to
the console port of the router, and connect the DB9 connector to the serial port of the PC.
Step 2 Run the terminal emulation program on the PC. For example, to open the HyperTerminal of
Windows XP on the PC, choose Start > Programs > Accessories > Communications >
HyperTerminal. Enter the name of the new connection in the Name text box and click OK, as
shown in Figure 3-2.
Figure 3-2 Creating a connection
Step 3 Select the console port used and click OK, as shown in Figure 3-3.
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