Connecting to a PC or Laptop
To connect a PC or laptop
running VT terminal emulation to the SSA switch, follow these steps:
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Connect the RJ45 connector
at one end of the cable to the COM port on the SSA switch.
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Plug the RJ45 connector at the other end of the cable into an RJ45-to-DB9 adapter.
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Connect the RJ45-to-DB9 adapter to the communications port on the PC.
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Configure the VT emulation
package on your PC or laptop as shown in Completing the Installation, using the following
settings:
VT Settings
Parameter |
Setting |
Mode |
7 Bit Control |
Transmit |
Transmit = 9600 |
Bits Parity |
8 Bits, No Parity |
Stop Bit |
1 Stop Bit |
When these parameters are set,
the Local Management password screen displays. Refer to Completing the Installation for further information.