Rapier 48w Switch
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Connecting Data Cables to the Switch
Once initial configuration is complete, connect the switch to the network.
Warni ng The Ethernet, DS3, T1, and management/asyn ports of the equipment
are suitable for connection to intra-building or unexposed wiring or cabling only.
These ports must not be metallically connected to interfaces that connect to
the OSP or its wiring. These interfaces are designed for use as intra-building
interfaces only (Type 2 or Type 4 ports as described in GR-1089-CORE, Issue 4)
and require isolation from the exposed OSP cabling. The addition of Primary
Protectors is not sufficient protection in order to connect these interfaces
metallically to OSP wiring.
The management/asyn intra-building ports can only be directly connected to
equipment within the same frame, cabinet or line-up and where the equipment is
separated by a distance of 6m or less. The exception to this is when intra-
building wiring (cabling) is used for maintenance purposes only and is not
connected during normal operation.

Ethernet 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports

Use either straight-through or cross-over twisted pair cables to connect
network devices to the 10/100 MB switch ports. The switch will autonegotiate
the MDI/MDI-X polarity. Make sure that each cable connection is secure. The
switch will now perform basic Layer 2 switching functions. By default, all switch
ports are members of vlan1.

Gigabit SFP ports

SFP ports 49 and 50 support optional gigabit copper and fibre SFP (Small Form-
factor Pluggable) transceivers. For a list of supported SFPs, see the Rapier Series
Switch Hardware Reference.
Warni ng Do not look into the optical ports of SFP cables or transceivers.
Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from disconnected fibres or connectors.