Huawei USG6000 Series Hardware Manual page 181

HUAWEI USG6000 Unified Security Gateway
Hardware Guide
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Procedure
Step 1 Before connecting a console cable, attach temporary labels to both ends of the cable for
identification.
Step 2 Connect the RJ45 connector of the console cable to the console port (RJ45) of the USG.
Step 3 Connect the DB9 connector of the console cable to the COM port of the management PC.
Figure 2-11 Connecting a console cable to the USG
Step 4 Remove the temporary labels and attach labels 2 cm away from connectors at both ends of the
console cable.
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Follow-up Procedure
After the cable connection is complete, verify that:
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A PC is ready, a USG has been installed, and the ports to be connected are planned.
Prepare cable labels.
Before cable connection, labels must be prepared for the cable.
Make sure that the PC and the USG are connected to the same ground point. Otherwise,
the console port of the USG may be damaged.
Pay attention to port numbering and make sure that the cable is connected to the correct
port, preventing damage to ports or the device.
The labels at both ends of a cable are correct, clear, neat, and facing the same direction.
Cables and connectors are free of damage or breakage and are connected properly.
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