Connecting to the Network
3.5CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK
This section provides the procedures for connecting unshielded twisted pair (UTP) segments from the network or other devices to the 6H352-25. Refer to the appropriate manual if connecting an optional HSIM or VHSIM to the network. For details on how to get manuals, refer to the Related Documents section in About This Guide.
If the 6H352-25 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 fixed front panel ports of the 6H352-25 are 10/100 RJ45 ports with internal crossovers. When connecting a workstation to these ports, use a straight-through cable. When connecting networking devices to these ports, such as a bridge, repeater, or router, use a crossover cable.
All RJ45 front panel ports on the 6H352-25 support Category 5 Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cabling with an impedance between 85 and 111 ohms. Category 3 cable may be used if the connection is going to be used only for 10 Mbps.
Connect a twisted pair segment to the 6H352-25 as follows:
1.Ensure that the device connected to the other end of the segment is powered ON.
2.Connect the twisted pair segment to the 6H352-25 by inserting the RJ45 connector on the twisted pair segment into the desired RJ45 port as shown in Figure 3-3.