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6H122-16 User’s Guide 3-5
3.3 CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK
This section provides the procedures for connecting twisted pair segments
from the network or other devices to the 6H122-16.
Ports 1 through 16 of the 6H122-16 are 10/100 ports with internal
crossovers. The ports have RJ45 connectors for twisted pair connections.
When connecting a workstation, use a straight-through cable. When
connecting networking devices, such as another bridge, repeater, or
router, use a crossover cable. To ensure proper operation, use Category 5
unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cabling that has an impedance between 85
and 111 ohms.
To connect a twisted pair segment to the 6H122-16, proceed as follows:
1. Ensure that the device connected to the other end of the segment is
powered ON.
2. Connect the twisted pair segment to the 6H122-16 by inserting the
RJ45 connector on the twisted pair segment into the desired RJ45 port
(Ports 1 through 16) shown in Figure 3-2.
NOTE
If the device is being installed in a network using
SmartTrunking, there are rules concerning the cable
connections and port connections that must be followed for
SmartTrunking to operate properly. Before connecting the
cables, refer to the Cabletron Systems
SmartTrunk User’s
Guide
for the configuration information.