Posted by seanmcne on Feb 21, 2016; 5:52pm
URL: https://itus.accessinnov.com/Console-cable-411-tp140.html

I know I initially struggled getting the right tools amd initially getting connected, so I thought I would share. Here is the equipment I have and the basic steps of getting connected.

1. Cable matters USB to serial:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J4N9T9C/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awd_bPFYwbPR9RHQN

2. Cisco compatible console cable:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00979DMSM/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awd_RIFYwb0XEQZAE

3. Download the serial USB adapter drivers from: http://www.prolific.com.tw/US/ShowProduct.aspx?p_id=225&pcid=41

4. Download Putty from: http://www.chiark.greenend.org.uk/~sgtatham/putty/download.html

5. Once your drivers are installed for the USB console cable, note the Com port (listed in windows device manager). Mine was com8, from Putty select serial and enter COM8, IMPORTANT: enter 115200 as the speed/baud rate.  Now press connect.

6. Press enter to see output or power cycle the device to view the boot sequence.