61200305L2-1B © 2004 ADTRAN, Inc. 311DLP-1 Connecting a VT100 Terminal or PC to the ADMIN orCRAFT PortIntroductionATLAS 550 management and provisioning are facilitated by a series of intuitive menus that are accessibleon a computer screen. Connecting either a VT100 terminal or a PC with terminal emulation software to theADMIN port (RJ-45) on the back of the unit or the CRAFT interface (DB-9) on the front of the unit allowsaccess to the menus and management features of the ATLAS 550. This section specifies how to connect theVT100 terminal or PC to the ATLAS 550.Prerequisite ProceduresThe ATLAS 550 must be powered up for terminal communication to function.Tools and Materials Required• A VT100 compatible terminal or PC with terminal emulation software• An appropriate cable (shipped with the unit) to connect the ATLAS 550 to a terminalTo prevent electrical shock, do not install equipment in a wet location or during alightning storm.Electronic equipment can be damaged by static electrical discharge. Before handling it,put on an antistatic discharge wrist strap to prevent damage to electronic components.Place equipment in antistatic packing material when transporting or storing. Whenworking on equipment, always place it on an approved antistatic mat that is electricallygrounded.
