52 Installing and Connecting a WLAN—Security Switch
Figure 15
shows how to install a Cat 5 cable for a 10/100 Ethernet port. Refer to this figure as you perform the
procedure.
Figure 15. 10/100 Cat 5 Cable Installation
To connect to an AP or other 10/100 Ethernet device:
1
Insert a Cat 5 cable with a standard RJ-45 connector as shown in
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For direct connection to an AP access point, use a straight-through cable.
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For connection to a router or to an end station such as a PC, printer, or server, use a
straight-through cable.
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For connection to another switch, use a crossover cable. (For cable requirements, see
"Network Cables" on page 40.)
Note.
MDI/MDX.
2
If the cable is directly attached to an AP access point:
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For a first-time installation, set the port type to activate the link. (For information, see
"Configuring APs for Wireless Users" on page
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If the port type is already set for an AP access point, observe the appearance of the AP
LED for the port:
320656-A
The 10/100 Ethernet ports on the 2360 switch provide automatic
Ethernet cable
(Cat 5 cable)
Figure
102.)
Ethernet port
AP, switch, server
or other device
15: