How to use MBP to console into router

[HawaiiMacAddict]

Aloha everyone,

I have a 15" MacBook Pro, console cable, and USB to Serial adapter. I would like to be able to console into a Cisco router, but I'm not entirely sure how to do so on a Mac. When I was on a PC, I used either Hyperterminal or Teraterm Pro. While there is a Console app on the Mac, it is a log viewer.

What application would I use to console into a router? I can use Terminal to telnet into a router, but to set up access and provide for basic router configuration, I would need to console in first. Any assistance in this matter will be greatly appreciated.

Mahalo in advance for your responses,

HawaiiMacAddict

 

[Lixivial]

Try ZTerm, or if you don't like the thought of registration fees and are familiar with Terminal.app, try this hint. screen is a great built-in binary.

 

[HawaiiMacAddict]

Aloha Lixivial,

Thanks for your quick reply. I'll check out both apps. I knew there was a way, but wan't sure which app would do the trick. 😀

HawaiiMacAddict