Distance Limitations Of Interface Cabling - Cisco 7500 Series Configuration Manual

Chapter 2 Preparing for Installation
If you use twisted-pair cable in your plant wiring with a good distribution of grounding conductors, the
plant wiring is unlikely to emit radio interference. When exceeding the recommended distances, use a
high-quality twisted-pair cable with one ground conductor for each data signal.
If wires exceed recommended distances, or if wires pass between buildings, give special consideration
to the effect of a lightning strike in your vicinity. The electromagnetic pulse (EMP) caused by lightning
or other high-energy phenomena can easily couple enough energy into unshielded conductors to destroy
electronic devices. If you have had problems of this sort in the past, you might want to consult experts
in electrical surge suppression and shielding.
Most data centers cannot resolve the infrequent but potentially catastrophic problems just described
without pulse meters and other special equipment. These problems can cost a great deal of time to
identify and resolve, so take precautions by providing a properly grounded and shielded environment,
with special attention to issues of electrical surge suppression.
When stranded wiring is required, use approved wiring terminations, such as closed-loop or
Warning
spade-type with upturned lugs. These terminations should be the appropriate size for the wires and
should clamp both the insulation and conductor.
Warning To be installed and maintained by service personnel as defined by AS/NZS 3260. Incorrect connection
of this or connected equipment to a General Purpose Outlet could result in a hazardous situation. The
telecommunication lines must be disconnected before unplugging the main power connection and
while the housing is open.
Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed
Warning
ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are
uncertain that suitable grounding is available.

Distance Limitations of Interface Cabling

The length of your networks and the distance between connections depend on the type of signal, the
signal speed, and the transmission media (the type of cabling used to transmit the signals). For example,
standard coaxial cable has a greater channel capacity than twisted-pair cabling.
The distance and rate limits for the available electrical interfaces supported by Cisco 7500 series routers
are recommended maximum speeds and distances for signaling. If you understand the electrical
problems that might arise and can compensate for them, you might get good results with faster rates and
greater distances; however, do so at your own risk.
We recommend that you do not exceed specified transmission rate and distance limits for interface
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cabling.
For complete information on recommended maximum speeds and distances for signaling and interface
OL-5008-03 B0
To predict and remedy strong EMI, you might need to consult experts in radio frequency
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interference (RFI).
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