IP8540 User Guide
2.7 Connections to IP8540
The IP8540 incorporates several standard connectors to interface to your LAN, power, and peripherals. Note the LAN must have a local DHCP (Dynamic Host Control Protocol) server to provide an IP address and other information to the phone. The connectors are grouped in the wiring cavity as shown in the Figure.
To install the IP8540: €
∙Connect the coiled cord to the handset and
∙Connect the Ethernet cable to
∙Connect the AC/DC power adaptor to DC input connector • and a standard AC power outlet. If your LAN equipment is compliant with the
Figure 6: IP8540 rear view
Optional connections and their intended uses are:
∙RJ-9 connector … (Connection to a headset with RJ-9 plug)
∙Type-B USB connector „ (Connection to a USB host connector on PC)
∙RJ-45 connector ƒ (Connection to Ethernet port on local PC; This allows IP8540 and PC to share a single LAN termination.)
***There is a Type-A USB port on the side of the wiring cavity. This USB port is reserved for future use.
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