Izale McLeod's first goal for the club set Notts County on their way to a 3-1 victory against neighbors Mansfield in the Johnstone's Paint Trophy.
Reggie Lambe was an unused substitute for Mansfield.
In a repeat of last season's first-round tie, which Notts County won en route to reaching the northern section Semi-Finals, Ricardo Moniz's men gained some revenge for their 2-0 league loss to Mansfield at Meadow Lane last month.
McLeod, who arrived from Crawley for a six-figure fee 10 days ago, opened his account shortly after half-time before goals from substitute Mike Edwards and Jon Stead ensured that Notts would progress.
Former Notts County Craig Westcarr netted a consolation goal for Mansfield from the penalty spot in injury time.
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