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July 10th, 2021 09:00

Serial Cable for X1027 switch

Hi,

 

I have an X1027 switch, that I don't know the IP address to.

I've tried connecting via GUI but the default IP is not working.

I see that there is a micro usb port labeled "console".  Would I need a micro usb to serial cable in order to try and connect my laptop via terminal emulation by means of this port?  I'm trying to figure out other connections options since GUI is not working. 

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July 12th, 2021 01:00

Hi,

 

You can check below informations;

 

Micro USB (console)
This port is used for a terminal connection for debugging and software
downloads. The baud rate is 9,600 BPS. This port can operate as a UART
in USB mode (connected to a PC USB port) or in RS-232 mode
(connected to a PC Serial port).

 

(https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000108362/how-to-connect-to-the-console-of-x1000-or-x4000-series-switches)

You will need to download the Windows driver for USB console connections, and install it on your workstation. Do not plug in the USB console connection until the driver has been installed.

  1. Go to www.dell.com/support/home
  2. Enter your service tag under Enter a Service Tag or Express Service Code and press Submit, or navigate to View products > Servers, Storage, & Networking > Networking > Fixed Port Switches > Sell Networking X1000 or X4000 series.
  3. Click on Drivers & downloads
  4. Download the Firmware zip file under Network. The firmware file includes all files needed for X series management.
  5. Extract the file, then extract MicroUSB Folder
  6. Install the driver with the CDM application file

Now  connect to the switch

  1. Plug the workstation to the switch using the USB to micro USB cable
  2. Ensure the switch is powered on
  3. Navigate to your Device manager > Ports (COM & LPT)
  4. Find out which COM port you currently have active. It is usually COM3 or higher
  5. Open putty
  6. Under Session ensure Serial is selected, and replace COM1 with the proper COM number
  7. Click Open
  8. Press Enter, you should see a prompt. Here you may access the switch for limited configuration, and getting information
If your USB to micro USB cable is not working. Try another cable if available. Check whether a driver needs to be installed for the device in device manager.



  The serial settings are

  • 9600 baud
  • 8 data bits
  • 1 stop bits
  • Parity none
  • Flow control none

Hope this will helps!

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