Cisco Catalyst X4232 Installation And Configuration Note page 28

Accessing the Layer 3 Services Module for the First Time
Accessing the Module Console
After the Catalyst 4000 Layer 3 Services module goes through power-on self-test diagnostics, and the
front panel STATUS LED is green, you can access the Catalyst 4000 Layer 3 Services module console
in these two ways:
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When you access the Catalyst 4000 Layer 3 Services module for the first time, you need to configure
the module is internal interfaces and then save the configuration to a file in NVRAM. From the router
console, configure the two external Layer 3 ports for access to another device and configure the two
internal ports as trunks, as an EtherChannel, or as independent links to connect through the backplane
to the Layer 2 ports in the Catalyst 4000 switch.
Connecting Through the Module Console Port
The console port allows you to access the Catalyst 4000 Layer 3 Services module either locally (with a
console terminal) or remotely (with a modem). The console port is an EIA/TIA-232 asynchronous,
serial connection with an RJ-45 connector.
For complete console port cabling specifications and pinouts, refer to the Catalyst 4003 and 4006
Switch Installation Guide.
The console port mode switch allows you to connect a terminal to the Catalyst 4000 Layer 3 Services
module using the console cable provided with a Catalyst 4000 family switch. You can also connect a
modem to the console port using the cable and adapter provided with the switch.
Put the port mode switch in the "in" position (factory default position) to connect a terminal to the
console port using the console cable and data terminal equipment (DTE) adapter (labeled "Terminal").
The console cable and the DTE adapter shipped with the switch.
You may need to use a paper clip or a small, pointed object to change the port mode switch
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position.
Also, when the port mode switch is in the "in" position you can connect a modem to the console port
using the console cable and data communications equipment (DCE) adapter (labeled "Modem") that
shipped with the switch.
Note You should not have to connect a terminal to the Catalyst 4000 Layer 3 Services module
console port. When your terminal is connected to the supervisor engine console port, use
the session command to access the Catalyst 4000 Layer 3 Services module for router
configuration.
You need the accessory kit that shipped with your Catalyst 4000 family switch. It contains
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the cable and adapters to connect a terminal or modem to the console port.
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Connecting directly through the Catalyst 4000 Layer 3 Services module console port, or
Entering the session mod num command at the Cat4000> prompt
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