5
Port Connections
This chapter focuses on making connections to switch network interfaces,
including how to install optional transceivers, and details on network cable
specifications.
The switch features 48 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports and four Gigabit SFP
transceiver slots. The sections that follow describe these interfaces.
This chapter includes these sections:
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"Cable Labeling and Connection Records" on page 28
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"Understanding the Port Status LEDs" on page 29
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"How to Install an SFP Transceiver" on page 30
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"How to Connect to Twisted-Pair Copper Ports" on page 32
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"How to Connect to SFP Fiber Optic Ports" on page 36
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