VSG-1200 User’s Guide

Figure 6 Front Panel

Reset Button

 

PMS

 

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WAN Port

 

 

Console

 

 

LAN Ports

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2.2.1.1 Four LAN 10/100M Ports

Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-T networks use Ethernet cables with RJ-45 connectors. The LAN ports are auto-crossover, so you may use a crossover Ethernet cable or a straight-through Ethernet cable to connect your VSG to a computer or external switch.

If you want to connect more than four Ethernet devices to your VSG, you must use an external switch or hub. Connect a LAN port on the VSG to a port on the switch using an Ethernet cable.

2.2.1.2 The WAN Port

Connect the VSG to a network with broadband Internet service. The WAN port is auto- crossover, so you may use a crossover Ethernet cable or a straight-through Ethernet cable to connect your VSG to a router.

2.2.1.3 The Console Port

You can perform local management of the VSG through the port labeled CONSOLE. It requires a direct connection between the VSG and a computer via a console cable. Refer to chapters on SMT configurations for more information.

You can also connect the CONSOLE port to a statement printer (the SP-200, sold separately) with a DB25 male to DB9 male adapter. A statement printer allows you to create and print out subscriber accounts automatically. In addition, you can also print the system status and the account and network reports. Set the function of the console port in the web configurator (see Section 3.5 “General System Setting” on page 44).

2.2.1.4 The PMS Port

Use a DB9 console cable to connect the PMS port to a PMS system.

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