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3.0 INSTALLATION
Model’s 57x and 58x surge protectors are easy to install and are
designed to operate transparently to your network. This section
describes cohnnection procedures for both models.
3.1 PRODUCT APPLICATIONS
Both Models 57x and 58x protect all eight pins on the modular
RJ-45 Cat-5 interface, and work in environments with data rates up to
100 Mbps. The following descriptions will give you a general guideline
for installing the units in your Cat-5 environment.
3.1.1 POINT-OF-USE APPLICATION (MODEL 57x)
The Model 57x is designed for installation on LAN equipment in a
typical office environment, as in Figure 1, below. For best results, the
Model 57x should be connected as close as possible to the communi-
cation port of the device to be protected.
Also, the flat braided grounding wire(s) on the Model 57x should
be attached to the grounded metal frame of the device being protect-
ed. If it is not possible to attach it to the equipment being protected,
contact Patton Technical Support (See Section 1.1).
3.1.2 BARRIER APPLICATION (MODEL 58x)
The Model 58x is a more robust protector than the Model 57x,
and is designed for use as a barrier protector on LAN equipment in
campus networks. Applications include: cable runs between buildings;
cable runs between floors on multi-story structures; and as a higher
capacity replacement for the Model 57x.
The Model 58x is also well suited for use in severe lightning areas,
heavy industrial environments, and situations where heavy machinery
is in the direct vicinity of sensitive LAN equipment and cabling. Figure
2 (below) shows a typical application for the Model 58x. For best
results, the braided grounding strap(s) on the Model 58x should be
attached to the grounded metal frame of the device being protected.
When installation is made at a barrier, such as an external wall, the
braided strap must be connected to a nearby electrical ground. If a
nearby electrical ground cannot be located, contact Patton Technical
Support (See Section 1.1).
Model 57x or 58x
To Other
Building or
Wall
Exterior Wall
Electrical Panel
3
4
Workstation
Workstation
Model 57x or 58x
Typical RS-422/485 Application
Controller
Workstation
Model 570 or 580
Model 570 or 580
Model 570
or 580
Model 580
57x or 58x
Local Hub
Typical 100Base-T Application
To Other
Building or
Wall
Exterior Wall
Electrical Panel
Figure 2. Barrier Application for 58x
Figure 1. Model 57x58x Point of Use Application