Rj45 - Cabletron Systems 100BASE-FX Cabling Manual

Connecting and Terminating
If a link indicator is present for the port, check to see if it is on. If it is not on,
perform the following actions until you reach a resolution of the problem and
achieve a link.
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To remove the DB9 connector from the port once it is locked in, unscrew both of
the machine screws at either side of the connector which fasten it to the port.
Grasp the connector firmly between your thumb and forefinger. Pull the
connector straight out of the port. Do not rock the connector or attempt to jerk it
out of the port by the cable.

RJ45

The RJ45 connector is used to make connections to UTP and STP cabling. The
instructions which follow detail the process used to connect an RJ45 connector to
a station port.
1. Align the RJ45 connector with the socket of the RJ45 port. The connector will
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Check that the Token Ring device at the other end of the AUI segment is
operating.
Verify proper crossover of the STP segment.
Check the DB9 connector for bent or missing pins. Keep in mind that several
DB9 connectors provide only four pins at the connector.
Verify that the DB9 connectors on the STP segment have the proper pinouts.
Attempt the connection with a known good patch cable.
Check that the twisted pair connection meets all cable specifications outlined
in Token Ring Network Requirements.
If all else fails, contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support.
only insert and lock if the raised locking clip of the RJ45 connector is inserted
into the correct location.
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Figure 14-8. RJ45 Connector Insertion
Token Ring