Chassis Console Cabling Procedure

This section explains how to create a serial connection to the Acme Packet 6300/6350 console port. Use the rear left side of the chassis console port for permanent connections to a terminal server or other serial device.

To connect a console cable to the rear left side of the chassis console port:

  1. Locate a shielded CAT5e or CAT6 console cable to connect it to the Acme Packet 6300/6350.
    This picture shows the console port on the rear of the chassis.

    Console Port

  2. Insert the RJ45 connector on the end of the console cable into the console port labeled Console.
    This picture shows the console port cable properly connected.

    Connected Console Port Cable

  3. Lead the console cable neatly away from the rear panel toward a terminal server or other component where this serial connection terminates.