This port should never be left unattended when in use. This port should be exposed only during terminal sessions, when a cable is connected to the port.
When a cable is connected to this port, the router interior is exposed to environmental elements, which can damage the port and the router interior. About the Console PortĬaution: The console port does not support cable glands. ■ Connecting to the Console Port with Linux Before You Beginīefore you start a terminal session with the router, you must connect a PC or PC terminal to the router console port by following the instructions in Connecting the Console Port. ■ Connecting to the Console Port with Mac OS X ■ Connecting to the Console Port with Microsoft Windows Start a terminal session with the router when you are at the router installation location and want to administer the router with a direct connection using the command-line interface (CLI) software. This section describes how to start a terminal session with the Cisco 1240 Connected Grid Router (CGR 1240 or router) using the console port.
