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rs232 cable any difference with server console cables ?

Matthew_50 — Tue, 20 Sep 2005 07:54:50 GMT

Hi, gurus,

I have a question about the b-series fiber switch, can i use the console cables witch for server/workstation with db9(9 pin) female connecter to b-series fiber switch and my notebook ? Or I can't use it.

Thank you.

Re: rs232 cable any difference with server console cables ?

Luk Vandenbussche — Tue, 20 Sep 2005 07:55:59 GMT

You cannot use it.
It is a different layout

Re: rs232 cable any difference with server console cables ?

Uwe Zessin — Tue, 20 Sep 2005 09:12:57 GMT

Right, but that should not be a problem, because each switch usually comes with a cable that is meant for a PC(DB9)/switch connection.

Re: rs232 cable any difference with server console cables ?

Matthew_50 — Tue, 20 Sep 2005 14:49:00 GMT

I had try, not work. I have to find the specific cable, the layout is different. pity.