User guide

4 Cyclades® CS Console Server Installation, Administration and User Guide
To rack mount the console server:
1. Install the brackets on to the front or back edges of the console server using a hex screw driver
and the screws provided.
2. Mount the console server unit in a secure position.
Making an Ethernet connection
Connect a CAT 5 patch cable from the console server port labeled 10/100BaseT to an Ethernet hub
or switch.
To connect devices to serial ports:
Using patch cables with RJ-45 connectors and DB-9 console adaptors assemble crossover cables to
connect the console server serial ports to the device’s console port.
Making a direct connection to configure the network parameters.
Ensure that a suitable terminal emulation program is installed on your Windows workstation. On
servers running a UNIX-based operating system such as Solaris or Linux, make sure that a
compatible terminal emulator such as Kermit or Minicom is installed.
To connect to the console port:
You can use a CAT 5 straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors and the appropriate adaptor
provided with the product box to assemble a console cable. All adaptors have an RJ-45 connector
on one end and either a DB25 or DB9 male or female connector on the other end.
1. Connect the RJ-45 end of the cable to the Console port on the console server.
2. Connect the adaptor end of the cable to the Console port of your server or device.
3. Open your terminal emulation program, start a connection session, select an available COM
port and enter the following console parameters.
• Bits per second: 9600 bps
• Data bits: 8
• Parity: None
• Stop bit: 1
• Flow control: None