Using Aux port as console connection [7:21720]

Hi Group Is it possible to use the aux port as an alternative to the console port? I mean can I connect my pc serial port to the aux port instead of the console? If that is possible do I have to use a roll-over cable? Thanks Lw Message Posted at:

RE: Using Aux port as console connection [7:21720]

Hi, The answer to your question is yes. It is possible to use the aux port, you will still need a roll-over cable and will have to use the same setting in hyper terminal for it to work. But remember, by default all the router/switch start-up messages are send to the console port, unless these

Re: Using Aux port as console connection [7:21720]

Absolutely, the console presents itself as a DCE whereas the aux is a DTE. Dave Lists Wizard wrote: Hi Group Is it possible to use the aux port as an alternative to the console port? I mean can I connect my pc serial port to the aux port instead of the console? If that is possible do I