Compatible Systems manual Network Installation, Connecting the DS3-Quad 10/100 to the Ethernet

Chapter 1 - Network Installation 2

Chapter 1 - Network Installation

DS3-Quad 10/100 RIOP Front Panel

This section of the manual will help you install the DS3-Quad 10/100 RIOP to connect a local Ethernet and remote corporate network. These connections can be made to other Compatible Systems routers or routers from other vendors.

In summary, the steps for installation are:

1.After mounting the router or placing on a desktop, make sure it is not connected to any power source.

2.Connect the router to the Ethernet network.

3.Connect the router to the DS3 transmission equipment.

4.Connect a management console to the router (optional).

5.Plug in the power cable and power up the router.

Connecting the DS3-Quad 10/100 to the Ethernet

The 10/100 Ethernet interfaces directly support 100BaseTx or 10BaseT twisted-pair Ethernet. To connect one of the router’s Ethernet interfaces to twisted-pair Ethernet cabling, you will need an unshielded twisted-pair station cable that is already connected to a 10BaseT-compat- ible twisted-pair hub (for a transmit speed of 10 Mbps) or a 100Mbps Fast Ethernet hub (for a transmit speed of 100 Mbps).

ϖNote: Ethernet cables and cable connectors are not supplied with the DS3-Quad 10/100 RIOP product. Category 5 cabling is required for 100 BaseT operation. Please contact your reseller or your Compatible Systems representative for information on obtaining the correct Ethernet cabling supplies.

To connect the router to the twisted-pair network, simply plug the twisted-pair cable into the RJ-45 Ethernet connector on the front of the unit.

DS3 Line Connection Requirements

The DS3-Quad 10/100 RIOP includes an integrated DS3 CSU/DSU. To connect this interface to your DS3 transmission equipment, you will need two coaxial cables.

These cables require special tools to be built correctly. You can use your approved cable supplier or you can contact your reseller or your Compatible Systems representative for a list of cable suppliers. To have a cable built, use the following specifications:

•Cable Type: AT&T type 734A or equivalent

•Connector Type: AMP Incorporated 413589-7 or equivalent (75 Ohm BNC plug)

•Maximum Length: 900 feet