Dell PowerConnect 6248 User's Guide - Page 74

General Configuration Information The PowerConnect 6200 Series switches are delivered with binary files containing the switch operating system and ASCII configuration files that are used to define the relationship of the switch to its network environment. The configuration process consists of adjusting the ASCII configuration files so that each switch fits into its unique network topology. Terminal Connection Configuration Your switch requires the following terminal connection parameters for configuration: • no parity • one stop bit • 8 data bits • no flow control Baud Rate The baud rates can be manually changed to any of the following values: • 2400 • 4800 • 9600 (default baud rate) • 19200 • 38400 • 57600 • 115200 The following is an example configuration for changing the default baud rate using CLI commands: console#configure console(config)#line console console(config-line)#speed 115200 NOTE: Remember to set the baud rate on the terminal emulator software on your workstation to match the speed of the switch. Other Configuration Requirements The following is required for downloading embedded software and configuring the switch: • ASCII terminal (or emulation) connected to the serial port (cross-cable) in the rear of the unit • Assigned IP address for the switch for switch remote control use with Telnet, SSH, and so forth 74 Configuring Dell PowerConnect