Use the Console tab to supply login credentials for devices that interface with a console.
The following fields must be set when using a console to interface with a device:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
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Enable Console Settings |
Select this checkbox to enable Console communications settings. |
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User |
The user name used to log into a device. |
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Password |
The password used to log into a device. You also have an option to display passwords while typing them. |
|
Enable Password |
The enable password must be supplied in order to enter the enable mode. |
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Protocol |
The protocol used to log into a device. The available options are SSH and Telnet. |
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Port |
The port number that is used for communications. Port 22 is normally used but it may be another port number. |