Connecting Serial and Management Cables
Connecting Supervisor Cables
Supervisor module contains the console, management, and USB ports. The following figure displays port locations on DCS-7388-SUP-D supervisor.
1 | USB Port | 3 | Ethernet Management Port | 5 | Torque Clutch Tool (shared by Supervisor and Linecards) |
2 | Console Port (Serial) | 4 | Supervisor Release |
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Console (Serial) Port: Connect to a PC with RJ-45 to DB-9 serial adapter cable. Default switch settings include:
- 9600 baud
- No flow control
- 1 stop bit
- No parity bits
- 8 data bits
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Ethernet management port: Connect to 10/100/1000 management network with RJ-45 cable.
Connect cables as required to line card module ports. Supervisor and line card module ejectors on the front of the chassis assist with cable management.
Important:
Excessive bending can damage interface cables, especially optical cables.
Flexion excessive peut endommager les câbles d'interface, en particulier les câbles optiques.
- USB Port: May be used for software or configuration updates.
Connecting Linecard Modules and Cables
Install required QSFP28, QSFP-DD, and OSFP optic modules in linecard module ports.
Note: In some devices, adjacent QSFP ports may require you to rotate the module for insertion.
Note: For more information about supported optical transceivers, refer to https://www.arista.com/assets/data/pdf/Transceiver-Guide-V04.pdf.
Note: Excessive bending can damage interface cables, especially optical cables.