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2 - 14 ONline Ethernet Bridge Module Installation and Operation Guide
Once you have configured your terminal to match the factory defaults of
the Bridge Module, you can connect a cable from the terminal to the
RS-232 port on the Bridge Module.
Connecting to the Bridge Module RS-232 Port
The RS-232 cable connects to the management interface on the Bridge
Module front panel. Table 2-6 defines general cabling guidelines that apply
for connecting various devices to the management interface..
Note: The 3Com Firmware Distribution Kit (5000-FDK) provides a
cable for connection to a PC or terminal.
Appendix C describes the proper pinouts for male-to-female, crossover
RS-232 cable.
Connecting the Transceiver Cable
This section explains how to connect the transceiver cable to the AUI port
on the Bridge Module. If you do not intend to use the AUI port to connect
to a subnetwork, skip this section.
To install the transceiver cable, follow these steps while referring to
Figure 2-5:
1. Push the slide latch to the up position.
Table 2-6. RS-232 Cable Guidelines
Device Cable
Terminal Female-to-female crossover
Female-to-male crossover
Modem Male-to-female straight-through
Terminal Server Refer to Supplier Documentation