Chapter 3: Installation
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3.3.1
Connecting Twisted Pair (RJ-45, CAT 3 or CAT 5)
(Unshielded or Shielded)
The following procedure describes how to connect a 10BASE-T or
100BASE-TX twisted pair segment to the RJ-45 port. The procedure is the same for
both unshielded and shielded twisted pair cables.
1. Using standard twisted pair media, insert either end of the cable with a RJ-45
plug into the RJ-45 connector of the port. Note that, even though the connector
is shielded, either unshielded or shielded cables and wiring may be used.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding device.
3. Use the LINK LED to ensure proper connectivity by noting that the LED will be
illuminated when the unit is powered and proper connection is established. If
this does not help, ensure that the cable is connected properly and that the
device on the other end is powered and is not defective.
3.3.2
Connecting Fiber Optic SC-type, “Snap-In”
The following procedure applies to installations using SC-type fiber
connectors. This procedure applies to ports using SC fiber connectors.
1. Before connecting the fiber optic cable, remove the protective dust caps from
the tips of the fiber connectors. Save these dust caps for future use.
2. Wipe clean the ends of the dual connectors with a soft cloth or lint-free lens
tissue dampened in alcohol. Make certain the connectors are clean before
connecting.
3. Snap the two square male connectors into the SC female jacks of the Fiber
connector until it clicks and secures.
4. The LINK LED on the front of the fiber connector will illuminate when a proper
connection has been established at both ends (and when power is ON in the
unit).
3.3.3
Connecting Fiber Optic LC-type, “Small Form factor (SFF)”
The following procedure applies to installations using LC-type fiber
connectors, i.e., using LC single-mode. While connecting fiber media to LC
connectors, simply snap the two square male connectors into the LC female jacks of
the Fiber connector until it clicks and secures.
3.3.4
Connecting Single-Mode Fiber Optic
When using single-mode fiber cable, be sure to use single-mode fiber port
connectors. Single-mode fiber cable has a smaller diameter than multi-mode fiber
cable (9/125 microns for single-mode, 50/125 or 62.5/125 microns for multi-mode
where xx/xx are the diameters of the core and the core plus the cladding
respectively). Single-mode fiber allows full bandwidth at longer distances, about
20Km with the multi-mode SC.
The same procedures as for multi-mode fiber apply to single-mode fiber
connectors. Follow the steps listed in Section 3.3.2 above.
