Step-by-step SLC and SLB configuration
What are the steps to configuring an SLC or SLB for use with my equipment's serial console ports?
How to configure an SLC
Useful documentation to download:
Quick Start Guide and User Guide of the SLC8K: http://www.lantronix.com/products/lantronix-slc-8000/#tab-docs-downloads
Quick Start Guide and User Guide of the SLB: http://www.lantronix.com/products/lantronix-slb/#tab-docs-downloads
I. Verify the wiring of cables used between the SLC and the devices
The SLC uses conventional straight-through Category 5 fully pinned network cables for all connections when used with Lantronix adapters. These cables and adapters in various lengths are available from Lantronix.
In order to verify a cable wiring you must know the attached device pinout. Commonly used adapters are listed below.
C: Adapters and Pinouts
RJ45 Receptacle to DB25M DCE Adapter for the SLC (PN 200.2066A)
RJ45 Receptacle to DB25F DCE Adapter for the SLC (PN 200.2067A)
RJ45 Receptacle to DB9M DCE Adapter for the SLC (PN 200.2069A)
RJ45 Receptacle to DB9F DCE Adapter for the SLC (PN 200.2070A)
RJ45 to RJ45 Adapter for Netra/Sun/Cisco and SLP (PNs 200.2225 and ADP010104-01)
SLC serial ports pinout :
II. General IP Configuration
Set back factory default settings via web interface or front panel if necessary. See pages 27, 216-218 of the User Guide.
Follow Quick Start Guide from page 5 to 7 for general IP configuration
III. Specific configuration
- Choose the type of configuration you want:
For a detailed explanation see the User Guide chapter 11: ‘Connections’.
A. Terminal Server
B. Reverse Terminal Server
C. Remote Access Server (RAS)
D. Multiport Device Server
E. Console Server
- Follow the instructions below corresponding to your configuration for connection types A-D
A. Terminal Server
B. Reverse Terminal Server
C. Remote Access Server (RAS)
D. Multiport Device Server
E. Console Server
[Originally Published On: 10/27/2006 04:35 PM]