Logging in through the console port locally
You can connect a terminal to the console port of the device to log in and manage the device, as shown in Figure 7. For the login procedure, see "Logging in through the console port for the first device access."
Figure 7: Logging in through the console port
By default, console login is enabled and does not require authentication. To improve device security, configure the password or scheme authentication mode and assign user roles immediately after you log in to the device for the first time.
To configure console login, complete the following tasks:
Task | Remarks |
|---|---|
(Required.) Configuring login authentication: | Configure one authentication mode as required. In FIPS mode, only the scheme authentication mode is supported. |
(Optional.) Configuring common AUX line settings | N/A |
The console login configuration is effective only for users who log in after the configuration is completed.