Transition Networks M/GE-PSW-LX-01 Connect the twisted-pair copper cable, Power adapter, AC power

M/GE-PSW-xX-01

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Connect the twisted-pair copper cable

The AutoCross feature allows either MDI (straight-through)or MDI-X (crossover) cable connections to be configured automatically, according to network conditions.

1.Locate or build IEEE 803.2™ compliant 10/100/1000Base-T cables with RJ- 45 connectors installed at both ends.

2.Connect the RJ-45 connector at one end of the cable to the RJ-45 port on the M/GE-PSW-xX-01 media converter.

3.Connect the RJ-45 connector at the other end of the cable to the RJ-45 port on the other device (switch, workstation, etc.).

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Powering the media converter

The M/GE-PSW-xX-01 media converter is powered by using a DC power adapter through the barrel connector on its rear panel, as shown below.

M/GE-PSW-xX-01 Back Panel Power

Back Panel

Barrel Connector 5-28 VDC

RJ-45 port	RJ-45 port
on the media	on the other device
converter	(switch, work station, etc.)

Note: With AutoCross permanently enabled, the link LED only lights when a valid end-to-end connection is made.

Power adapter

AC power

1.Connect the barrel connector of the power adapter to the media converter’s power port (located on the back panel of the media converter).

2.Connect the power adapter plug to AC power.

3.Verify that the media converter is powered up by observing the illuminated LED power indicator light on the front panel.

DC power

Consult the user’s guide for the Transition Networks SPS-1872-SA DC external power supply for powering the media converter.

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