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Console Cable
Appearance and Structure
Figure 7-13 shows the appearance of a console cable.
Figure 7-14 shows the structure of a console cable.
Pin Assignments
Table 7-6 lists the pin assignments of console cable connectors.
Connection
A console cable connects the console port of a switch to the serial port of a console, enabling users to commission or locally maintain the device. A shielded cable or an unshielded cable can be used according to the onsite situation.
A console cable connects a device and a console as follows:
- The 8-pin RJ45 connector is connected to the console port of the switch.
- The DB9 female connector is connected to a maintenance terminal, such as a computer.