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Cabling Connections
Cabling specifications for each adapter type (DCP286i-SBC, DCP386i and DCP486e) are found in the following section. Cabling differences will be noticed when connecting a DTE port to a DCE device (normally a straight through cable), and when connecting a DTE port to a DTE device (normally a null modem cable). Factory setting on all cabling is DTE.
Factory Default Settings
DCP286i-SBC Adapter Cables
The DCP286i-SBC adapter is shipped with two standard adapter cables which convert the Micro-D25 male output to a standard DB25 output. Install the adapter cable for the environment in which you are working:
−RS232, Emulex part no. PT1011208-01
−V.35, Emulex part no. PT1011213-01
DCP386i/486e Daughterboard Cabling
This section discusses the default cable connections between the 8-port daughterboard on the DCP386i and DCP486e adapters and external devices.
RS-232 Cabling
The serial ports on the 8-port daughterboard are connected to external devices via an 8-port breakout cable, also known as an Octopus cable. Each output provides a standard 25-pin male RS-232C connector for attachment to external devices.
NOTE: All connections to the board should be made using
shielded cables to reduce radio frequency interference.