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2.2. Back Panel
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Network Port: An RJ45 Ethernet port for connection to your TCP/IP network. To
communicate via network, you must first specify the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and
Gateway Address as described in Section 5.5.4.
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Power Cable Receptacle
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Power Switch
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RS232 PORTS: For connection to console ports on target devices. Standard DB9
connectors configured as DTE ports. The RS232 ports are similar to a serial port on a
PC. When connecting a modem, use a standard serial cable. When connecting a PC or
other DTE device use a null modem cable.
• Ports 1 and 2 are System Setup Ports, which are used for communication during set-up
and configuration. Note that Supervisor Level command access cannot be disabled at
these ports.
• Ports 1 and 2 can either be connected to a PC or modem. Connection to a modem
allows control by a remote PC.
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Option Switches: A bank of eight DIP switches, which are used to set the default baud
rate, handshake, message type, and duplex mode. Option Switch functions are described
in Section 4.2.
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CMS Series - Console Management Switches, User's Guide Unit Description
Figure 2.2: Instrument Back Panel