sun serial consoles via usb and linux

[David J Patrick]

James Knott wrote:
> David J Patrick wrote:
>> James Knott wrote:
>>> David J Patrick wrote:
>>>> James Knott wrote:
>>>
>>> The adapters I mentioned are fairly cheap and easy to configure.  The 
>>> crimpers are fine for the RJ-45 end, but not the adapter end.  Just 
>>> determine the correct configuration and wire the adapter accordingly. 
>>> Then use a standard ethernet cable.  Incidentally, if you goof in 
>>> wiring the adapter, a cheap pin extractor tool is necessary to fix it.
>>>
>> or deft use of needle-nosed pliers..
>> djp
> 
> Not quite.  The extractor holds down whatever is latching the pin in 
> place.  You use it by sliding the tool along the wire & ping, until the 
> pin is released and can easily be removed.  If you force the pin out 
> with pliers, you may cause damage.
> 
> 
That might explain why all my adapters are wiggly !
djp
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