Task 4: Connect The Utp/Sctp Cable - Cabletron Systems DIGITAL VNswitch 900CG Installation And Configuration Manual

Task 4: Connect the UTP/ScTP Cable

The VNswitch 900CG uses crossover, 100BaseTX, 8-pin, MJ port connectors. Before
connecting the cables to the module, note the following rules:
If the device you are connecting
to the module uses...
Crossover connectors
Straight-through connectors
1
The sum of crossovers must always equal an odd number.
2
Digital's straight-through cables are marked (=); crossover connectors and cables are marked (x).
To connect the UTP/ScTp cable (Figure 2-5), complete the following steps:
Step
1
2
Figure 2-5: UTP/ScTP Cable Connection
1
2
Action
Align the release tab on the cable plug (1), with the keyway on the
module's 100BaseTX port connector.
Insert the plug into the connector, ensuring that the release tab snaps into
the locked position.
How to Install the Module
Then use...
Crossover cables
Straight-through cables
7 x
2
8 x
1 x
9 x
2 x
1
x
1 0
3 x
x
1 1
4 x
x
1 2
5 x
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