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Using a terminal server

  • Published on Sep 10, 2026
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Use the procedure in this section to configure initial settings from a terminal server.

To configure initial settings from a terminal server:

  1. Establish a connection with the serial console as described in Terminal Server.

  2. When prompted, enter the default username (admin) and password (admin) for the administrator.

  3. You are asked to accept the End User License Agreement (EULA). Enter y to accept the terms of the agreement.

  4. Enter y when you are prompted to use the Configuration Wizard for initial configuration. Then respond to the prompts as described in Configuration Wizard Steps.

  5. After you answer the questions, the wizard summarizes your answers. To change an answer, enter the step number. Press Enter to save changes.

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