Cabletron Systems 2H28-08R manual FE100-TX Port

Chapter 3: Installation

Connect an FE-100TX to a twisted pair segment 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 module by inserting the RJ45 connector on the twisted pair segment into the RJ45 port on the module shown in Figure 3-9.

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RX LED TX LED RJ45

Figure 3-9 FE100-TX Port

3.Verify that a link exists by checking that the port RX LED is on (flashing amber, blinking green, or solid green). If the RX LED is off and the TX LED is not blinking amber, perform the following steps until the RX LED is on:

a.Verify that the 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX device at the other end of the twisted pair segment is powered up.

b.Verify that the RJ45 connector on the twisted pair segment has the proper pinouts.

c.Check the cable for continuity.

d.Make sure that the twisted pair connection meets the cable specifications outlined in the Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide.

e.Confirm that the crossover switch is in the correct position.

f.To manage the connected port, see Section 5.11.

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