- CABLETRON Systems, Inc, SmartSwitch User's Guide 2E42-27, 2E42-27R, 2E43-27, 2E43-27R

Chapter 5: Local Management
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5.3.1 Console Cable Connection
Use the Console Cable Kit provided with the 2E4X-27 to attach the
management terminal to the 2E4X-27 COM port as shown in Figure 5-1.
Connect an IBM PC or compatible device, running the VT terminal
emulation, to the 2E4X-27 as follows:
1. Connect the RJ45 connector at one end of the cable (supplied in the
kit) to the COM port on the 2E4X-27.
2. Plug the RJ45 connector at the other end of the cable into the
RJ45-to-DB9 adapter (supplied in the kit).
3. Connect the RJ45-to-DB9 adapter to the communications port on
the PC.
Figure 5-1 Management Terminal Connection
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RJ45-to-DB9
PC Adapter
UTP Cable
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