Multilayer Switch User Manual

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Catalyst 3550 Multilayer Switch Hardware Installation Guide
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Appendix B Connector and Cable Specifications
Cable and Adapter Specifications
Table B-3 lists the pinouts for the console port, RJ-45-to-DB-25 female DTE adapter, and the console
device. The RJ-45-to-DB-25 female DTE adapter is not supplied with the switch. You can order a kit (part
number ACS-DSBUASYN=) containing this adapter from Cisco.
Table B-3 Console Port Signaling Using a DB-25 Adapter
Switch Console
Port (DTE)
RJ-45-to-DB-25
Terminal Adapter
Console
Device
Signal DB-25 Pin Signal
RTS 5 CTS
DTR 6 DSR
TxD 3 RxD
GND 7 GND
GND 7 GND
RxD 2 TxD
DSR 20 DTR
CTS 4 RTS