Troubleshooting Twinax Cable Problems - IBM 5500 Operational, Installation, And Maintenance Manual

Troubleshooting Twinax Cable Problems

100
Chapter 6: Twinax Client Cabling Requirements and Problem Solving
Step 5. Remove the port tester connector from the cable or port you tested.
Step 6. If you used the twisted-pair plug, put the twisted-pair cable back into
the twisted-par cable compartment.
Twinax cable or device problem determination can be a time-consuming and
difficult task. Often, many unnecessary hours and parts are used in problem
determination. The following field procedures are time-tested and proven to
be dependable and fast.
DANGER
To avoid a shock hazard, do not connect or disconnect any cables or
perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during
an electrical storm.
DANGER
To avoid a shock hazard:
The power cord must be connected to a properly wired and earthed
receptacle.
Any equipment to which this product will be attached must also be con-
nected to properly wired receptacles.
DANGER
When possible, use one hand to connect or disconnect signal cables to
prevent a possible shock from touching two surfaces with different
electrical potentials.
Planning, Installation, and Maintenance Guide