How to connect to x86 via console port on Windows using "putty" ?

1. Purpose:

This article provides steps on how to access x86 via Console cable on Windows.

2. Target Audience:

All users owning Advantech devices with console port.

3. Prerequisites:

• Console cable
• PC/Laptop
• Putty

4. Steps:

a- Connect the console cable to the PC

2 types of Console port

• RJ45

• RS232 DB-9 Female

b- Apply the following configurations to your terminal:

• Baud rate: 115200
• Data bits : 8
• Stop bits: 1

c- Find the serial line number via Device Manager on Windows and fill it on "serial line to connect to" as above.

d- Hit on the button "open" from putty, power on x86 platform, click <F2> or <Del> on keyboard once BIOS PIST screen show up

e- Use "UEFU: Built-in EFI Shell" as 1st priority in Boot Option #1

f- Boot up in UEFI shell mode.

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