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IPLink 3210 Series Getting Started Guide
Location and mounting requirements
The IPLink VPN Router is intended to be placed on a desktop or similar sturdy, flat surface that offers easy
access to the cables. Allow sufficient space at the rear of the chassis for cable connections. Additionally, you
should consider the need to access the unit for future upgrades and maintenance.
Installing the VPN router
IPLink VPN Router installation consists of the following:
•
Placing the device at the desired installation location (see section
•
Installing the interface and power cables (see section
When you finish installing the IPLink router, go to chapter 3,
Mounting the VPN router
Place the VPN Router on a desktop or similar sturdy, flat surface that offers easy access to the cables. The VPN
Router should be installed in a dry environment with sufficient space to allow air circulation for cooling.
Note
Connecting cables
WARNING
CAUTION
Installing VPN Router cables takes place in the following order:
1. Installing the 10/100 Ethernet port cable or cables (see section
2. Installing the cables (see section
3. Installing the power input (see section
Installing the Ethernet cable
The IPLink 3210 Series has automatic MDX (auto-cross-over) detection and configuration on the Ethernet
ports. Any of the two ports can be connected to a host or hub/switch with a straight-through wired cable (see
Installing the VPN router
For proper ventilation, leave at least 2 inches (5 cm) to the left, right,
front, and rear of the IPLink VPN Router.
Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of
lightning activity.
The interconnecting cables must be acceptable for external use
and must be rated for the proper application with respect to volt-
age, current, anticipated temperature, flammability, and
mechanical serviceability.
"Installing the DSL cable"
"Connecting to external power source"
"Mounting the VPN router"
"Connecting cables"
on page 30)
"Getting started with the IPLink"
"Installing the Ethernet cable"
on page 31)
2 • Hardware installation
on page 30)
on page 34.
on page 30)
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