Testing 2900 Series Switches HELP 1

[skatefastmario]

How do you test 2900 Cisco Switches to see if they will work.

 

[vipergg]

If they boot up and pass the power self test then more than likely it is ok . Logg into the console and watch it boot up and look for any errors , if none seen and it boots up to the initial config dialogue then it's ok .

 

[skatefastmario]

Do I need to use any software? Can I just plug a CAT 5 into a laptop?

 

[nawlej]

well, you should console into the switch itself, especially if you dont have a management IP for the switch set up. You can console in and use hyperterminal to display the console emulation.

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