Console Cable
Types of Console Cables
A console cable connects the switch console port to the serial port of a configuration terminal to transmit configuration data.
Appearance and Structure
Figure 7-10 shows the structure of a console cable.
Pin Assignments
Table 7-3 lists the pin assignments of console cable connectors.
Connection
A console cable has an RJ45 connector on one end and a DB9 connector on the other end. The RJ45 connector is connected to the console port of the main processing unit, and the DB9 connector is connected to the serial port of a computer.