Connecting The Network Cables - Siemens SIMATIC NET RUGGEDCOM MX5000RE Installation Manual

2.12

Connecting the Network Cables

To connect network cables to the patch panels, do the following for each patch
panel:
Connecting Micro-D Cables
1.
2.
3.
Connecting Ethernet Cables
1.
2.
3.
4.
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Connect each cable in the patch panel bundle to the appropriate port. Make sure
the cable and port have identical numbers.
Secure the bundled cables to an available cable tie base using one (1) cable tie.
Tighten the cable tie until the bundled cables are held securely.
Install additional cable ties where necessary.
Carefully remove the dust caps from one connector at a time.
Insert the uncapped connector into the appropriate transceiver on the
RUGGEDCOM MX5000. Make sure the cable and port have the same number,
and the transmit and receive fibers are plugged in to the correct side of the
transceiver.
Repeat Step 1 and Step 2
Secure all fiber cables with the provided Velcro® straps. Wrap the Velcro® cable
strap around the fiber cables tightly, making sure the fiber cables are held
securely.
2.12 Connecting the Network Cables
for all remaining fiber cables.
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