To connect to the CLI using a local serial console connection
1 Using the null modem or RJ-45-to-DB-9 cable, connect the FortiGate unit’s console
port to the serial communications (COM) port on your management computer.
2 On your management computer, start HyperTerminal.
3 For the Connection Description, enter a Name for the connection, and select OK.
4 On the Connect using drop-down list box, select the communications (COM) port on
your management computer you are using to connect to the FortiGate unit.
5 Select OK.
6 Select the following Port settings and select OK.
Bits per second: 9600
Data bits:8
Parity: None
Stop bits: 1
Flow control: None
7 Press Enter or Return on your keyboard to connect to the CLI.
8 Type a valid administrator account name (such as admin) and press Enter.
9 Type the password for that administrator account and press Enter. (In its default state,
there is no password for the admin account.)
The CLI displays the following text:
Welcome!
Type ? to list available commands.
You can now enter CLI commands, including configuring
