Hardware Overview 87PowerConnect M8024-k Front PanelThe PowerConnect M8024-k front panel includes four SFP+ ports anexpansion slot for 10-Gigabit modules. The expansion slot can supportSFP+, CX-4, or 10GBase-T modules. The SFP+ Module supports four ports,the CX-4 module supports three ports, and the 10GBase-T module supportstwo ports. Each module is sold separately. There are also 16 internal 10-gigabit ports that connect to each of the server blades.Figure 3-4 shows the PowerConnect 8024-k front panel:Figure 3-4. PowerConnect M8024-k Front PanelConsole (RS-232) PortThe console (RS-232) port is used only for management through a serialinterface. This port provides a direct connection to the switch and is used toaccess the CLI from a console terminal connected to an EIA/TIA-232 port.To connect from the console port on the PowerConnectM6220/M6348/M8024 to a terminal, use the serial cable with a USB Type Aconnector on one end and a female DB-9 connector on the other end. Theconsole port on the PowerConnect M6220/M6348/M8024 is a USB portlocated on the bottom of the front panel.NOTE: The console port supports asynchronous data of eight data bits, one stopbit, no parity bit, and no flow control. The default baud rate is 9600 bps. Theconsole port supports serial communication only and does not support USB flashmemory or other devices with a USB connector.Console PortSFP+ PortsExpansion Slot
