3: InstallationSLC™ 8000 Advanced Console Manager User Guide 38Physical InstallationInstall the SLC 8000 advanced console manager in an EIA-standard 19-inch rack (1U tall) or as adesktop unit. The SLC module uses convection cooling to dissipate excess heat.To install the SLC 8000 advanced console manager in a rack:1. Place the SLC unit in a 19-inch rack.Warning: Do not to block the air vents on the sides of the SLC module. If youmount the SLC advanced console manager in an enclosed rack, werecommend that the rack have a ventilation fan to provide adequateairflow through the SLC unit.2. Connect the serial device(s) to the SLC unit ports. See the section,Connecting to a Device Port (on page 38).3. Choose one of the following options:- To configure the SLC 8000 advanced console manager using the network, or to monitorserial devices on the network, connect at least one SLC network port to a network. SeeConnecting to Network Ports (on page 41).- To configure the SLC unit using a dumb terminal or a computer with terminal emulation,connect the terminal or PC to the front panel SLC console port. SeeConnecting Terminals (on page 41).4. Connect the power cord, and apply power. See AC Input (on page 42).5. Wait approximately one minute for the boot process to complete.When the boot process ends, the SLC host name and the clock appear on the LCD display.Now you are ready to configure the network settings as described in Chapter 4: Quick Setup.Connecting to a Device PortYou can connect almost any device that has a serial console port to a device port on the SLC 8000unit for remote administration. The console port must support the RS-232C interface.Note: Many servers must either have the serial port enabled as a console or thekeyboard and mouse detached. Consult the server hardware and/or softwaredocumentation for more information.To connect to a serial RJ45 device port:1. Connect one end of the Cat 5 cable to the device port.2. Connect the other end of the Cat 5 cable to an RJ45 serial console port or to other port typesusing a Lantronix serial console adapter.Notes: See Device Port Commands to enable or disable reverse pinouts through the CLI. Table 3-5 and Table 3-6 provide additional information on reverse pinouts. See Appendix C: Adapters and Pinouts for information about Lantronix adapters.3. Connect the adapter to the serial console port on the serial device as shown in Figure 3-7.
