an auxiliary or console management device. For more information, see “Routing
Engine Interface Ports” on page 16. Table 41 on page 186 describes the RJ-45
connector pinout.
Table 41: RJ-45 Connector Pinout for the AUX and CONSOLE Ports
DescriptionSignalPin
Request to SendRTS1
Data Terminal ReadyDTR2
Transmit DataTXD3
Signal GroundGround4
Signal GroundGround5
Receive DataRXD6
Data Set ReadyDSR/DCD7
Clear to SendCTS8
186 ■ RJ-45 Connector Pinouts for the Routing Engine AUX and CONSOLE Ports
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