Connecting the Router to the LAN
Connecting to a 10BaseT Ethernet
You must supply an Ethernet hub and an RJ-45-to-RJ-45 cable for this connection. Follow
these steps to connect the router to a 10BaseT Ethernet LAN:
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10BaseT Port to Ethernet Hub Connection (Cisco 1601 Shown)
10BaseT port
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Ethernet cable
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Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the 10BASE T port.
Connect the other end of the cable to one of the ports on the 10BaseT hub.
Check the following LEDs:
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LNK LED (rear panel, next to 10BaseT port)—On when the router is
correctly connected to the 10BaseT Ethernet LAN.
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LAN ACT LED (front panel)—On when there is traffic on the Ethernet LAN.
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10BaseT link LED
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