Nortel Networks manual Connecting Cables, Using the Passport 8100 Modules, Port, Connector

Using the Passport 8100 Modules

Connecting Cables

After the modules are installed and the chassis is powered on, connect network cables. Table 2-1 shows the connector types and recommended cables for each module.

Table 2-1. Connectors and Cables for Passport 8000 Series Edge Switch Modules

Module	Port	Connector	Recommended	Maximum Cable Length
			Cable Type
Passport	Ethernet	RJ-45	EIA Category 3, 4, or 5	328 ft (100 m)
8190SM	Management		unshielded twisted pair
	Port		for 10 Mb/s operation;
			EIA Category 5 required
			for 100 Mb/s operation
	Serial Ports	DB-9	RS-232
Passport	10/100 Mb/s	RJ-45 wired	EIA Category 3, 4, or 5	328 ft (100 m)
8132TX	Ethernet Ports	as MDI-X	unshielded twisted pair
			for 10 Mb/s operation;
			EIA Category 5 required
			for 100 Mb/s operation
	Serial Port	Mini DIN-8	RS-232 (Not required if Passport 8109SM module is present)
Passport	10/100 Mb/s	RJ-45 wired	EIA Category 3, 4, or 5	328 ft (100 m)
8148TX	Ethernet Ports	as MDI-X	unshielded twisted pair
			for 10 Mb/s operation;
			EIA Category 5 required
			for 100 Mb/s operation
Passport	1000 Mb/s	Duplex SC	Depends on installed GBIC model; for specifications, refer to
8108GBIC	Ethernet port		Appendix A, “Technical Specifications.”

Note: Ports on the Passport 8132TX and 8148TX modules are wired as MDI-X. Use straight-through cables to connect these ports to MDI connections such as workstations or servers. Use crossover cables to connect these ports to other MDI-X connections such as hubs or other switches.

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