the console port uses an 8-pin rj-45 connector, which is described in table b-1 and table b-2. the supplied rj-45-to-db-9 adapter cable is used to connect the console port of the switch to a console pc. you need to provide a rj-45-to-db-25 female dte adapter if you want to connect the switch console port to a terminal. you can order a kit (part number acs-dsbuasyn=) containing that adapter from cisco. for console port and adapter pinout information, see table b-1 and table b-2.