Connecting to the Network
3.5CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK
This section provides the procedures for connecting fiber optic cable from the network or other devices to the module. For details on how to get manuals, refer to the “Related Documents” section in About This Guide.
NOTE: If the module is being installed in a network using SmartTrunking, there are rules concerning the network cable and port configurations that must be followed for SmartTrunking to operate properly. Before connecting the cables, refer to the MATRIX E7 Series and SmartSwitch 6000 Series Modules Local Management User’s Guide for the configuration information.
The front panel ports of the module are
NOTE: An odd number of crossovers (preferably one) must be maintained between devices so that the transmit port of the other device and vice versa.
Connect a fiber optic cable segment to the module as follows:
1.Remove any protective covers from the fiber optic ports on the applicable port on the module and from the ends of the connectors on the cable segment.
CAUTION: Do not touch the ends of the fiber optic strands, and do not let the ends come in contact with dust, dirt, or other contaminants. Contamination of the ends causes problems in data transmissions. If the ends become contaminated, blow the surfaces clean with a canned duster. A fiber port cleaning swab saturated with
2.Insert one end of the cable with an
NOTE: To remove an
3.At the other end of the fiber optic cable, attach the
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