6.Attach devices to the MDA ports.
Refer to your switch’s User Guide for instructions on attaching devices to the MDA ports. After connecting the port cables, follow the instructions to connect power and verify the installation.
Note: The IEEE 802.3u specification requires that all ports operating at 100 Mb/s use only Category 5 unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cabling.
Replacing an MDA
When replacing an installed MDA:
1.Power down the switch (or unplug the Passport 8132 module from the switch backplane).
2.Remove the installed MDA.
Loosen the two thumbscrews on the MDA front panel to remove the MDA.
3.Install the replacement MDA.
Be sure to firmly tighten the two thumbscrews on the MDA front panel.
4.Power up the switch.
5.Attach devices to the MDA ports.
Refer to your switch’s User Guide for instructions on attaching devices to the MDA ports.
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