Black Box TS580A-R4 Computer Accessories User Manual


 
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Specifications .....................................................................8
2. Overview ..........................................................................9
2.1 Introduction ...............................................................9
2.2 Features .....................................................................9
2.3 What’s Included ......................................................10
2.4 Applications .............................................................11
2.5 The LPV List of Functions ...........................................13
3. The Three Phases of LAN Installation ..............................15
4. Faceplate Description .......................................................16
5. Documenting Test Results ................................................18
6. Operation ........................................................................19
6.1 Powering On and Backlighting................................19
6.2 The Main Unit’s Navigation Button .........................20
6.3 Main Menu ..............................................................20
6.3.1 CAT5/6 UTP Cable Testing............................21
6.3.2 CAT5/6 UTP LPV Level 1 ...............................22
6.3.3 CAT5/6 UTP LPV Level 2 ...............................29
6.3.4 Reviewing CAT5/6 UTP Test Results .............32
6.3.5 CAT5/6 Basic Test .........................................40
6.3.6 Coax Testing .................................................44
6.4 Naming/Saving Test Results ....................................47
6.5 Reviewing/Erasing Printer Memory .........................51
6.6 Printing from a PC ...................................................54
6.7 Network Testing ......................................................60
6.7.1 Scan One Port................................................61
6.7.2 Monitor Inline ................................................64
6.7.3 Send Beacon................................................. 67
Appendix A. Straight-through Cable Coupler.......................69
Appendix B. Ping and TCP/IP Debugging Tools ....................70
Appendix C. Examples of UTP Cable Faults ..........................75
Appendix D. Making a Correct UTP Cable ...........................79