3.1 Initial Connectivity to the Switch
3.1.2 Connecting to the console port

To connect a management terminal to the Cisco 1900/2800 or 2900 XL Switch through the serial console, use the RJ-45-to-RJ-45 rollover cable supplied with the switch. Perform the following steps to cable the two devices:

Step 1 Connect one end of the supplied rollover cable to the console port.

Step 2 Attach one of the following supplied adapters to a management station or modem:

  • RJ-45-to-DB-9 female data terminal equipment (DTE) adapter (labeled Terminal) to connect a PC
  • RJ-45-to-DB-25 female DTE adapter (labeled Terminal) to connect a UNIX workstation
  • RJ-45-to-DB-25 male data communications equipment (DCE) adapter (labeled Modem) to connect a modem

Step 3 Connect the other end of the supplied rollover cable to the adapter.

Step 4 From your management station, start the terminal emulation program.

To connect a management terminal to the Supervisor Engine of a Catalyst 4000/5000/6000 switch through the console, use the RJ-45-to-RJ-45 rollover cable and the appropriate adapter, both are supplied with the switch. Perform the following steps to cable the two devices:

Step 1 Connect one end of the supplied rollover cable to the console port.

Step 2 Attach one of the following supplied adapters to a management station or modem:

  • RJ-45-to-DB-9 female DTE adapter (labeled Terminal) to connect a PC
  • RJ-45-to-D-subminiature female adapter (labeled Terminal) to connect a UNIX workstation
  • RJ-45-to-D-subminiature male adapter (labeled Modem) to connect a modem

Step 3 Connect the other end of the supplied rollover cable to the RJ-45 port.

Step 4 From your management station, start the terminal emulation program.