The following device families offer a mini-usb connection which can be used for serial communication:
| Series | Formfactor | Range |
|---|---|---|
| DEC6XX | Desktop | Entry level |
| DEC7XX | Desktop | Midrange |
| DEC8XX | Desktop | Enterprise |
| DEC26XX | Rack | Entry level |
| DEC27XX | Rack | Midrange |
| DEC38XX | Rack | Enterprise |
| DEC40XX | Rack | Enterprise / Datacenter |
Supplied with the firewall is a mini-usb to usb cable, use this to connect the to your PC (Windows, Linux, Mac) next start your terminal program (Putty, screen, etc).
The baudrate should be set to 115200,8N1, more information about how to use the serial console is available in our serial access guide
Windows Tip
On windows a COM port would be assigned after connecting the unit to usb, to find which one (COM1, COM2, .,) to use, keep the windows key pressed and hit R (Windows+R) and execute the following command devmgmt.msc to open the device manager.
In the device manager all available ports are visible under the “Ports (COM & LPT)” section.
Legacy UART vs. UEFI serial
While in the BIOS, go to Setup Utility –> AMD CBS –> FCH Common Options –> UART Configuration Options –> UART 0 Legacy Options. and make sure this setting is set to Disabled.