Intel 550F manual Connecting Other Devices

C H A P T E R 1 Intel Express 550F Routing Switch

Removing the module	To remove a module:
	1	If the switch is already operational, disconnect it from the main
		power supply.
	2	Follow the instructions in “Avoiding damage to the circuit
		board” above.
	3	Unscrew the screws securing the module.
	4	Pull the module gently to disengage the connectors fully from
		the socket on the motherboard. Slide the module out com-
		pletely.
	5	Cover the empty module port with the plate and secure using
		the screws.

	Connecting Other Devices
Introduction	Incorrect cabling is often the cause of network configuration prob-
	lems
Connecting the	To manage the switch from a PC connected directly to the switch, the
management PC	PC must not use frame tagging. To manage the switch from a PC with
	IEEE 802.1Q tagged frames, management must be through a device
	which untags the frames.

Cable for the Console Port

Connecting a device to the SC ports

If you connect a PC (via the Console Port), then use a null-modem ca- ble.

To connect a fast access device (such as a server) to the switch:

1Ensure that the server has a 100Mbps (100Base-FX) network interface card installed. If not, use your network interface card’s documentation to install and configure it correctly.

2Use a 62.5/125 μm or 50/125 μm multimode fiber cable. Ensure that the cable has an SC connector to fit the switch ports, and an appropriate connection to match the interface on the server (ST or SC connectors).

The total attenuation in the link, including connectors and patch fibers, must not exceed 11dB. For 62.5/125 μm fiber this means, in most cases, the length of a full-duplex link cannot exceed 2000 meters (approximately 6500 feet).

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