Hillstone A200 Series, Hardware Reference Manual

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2. Connect the console cable. Connect the RJ-45 end of the console cable to the device's
Console port (labeled CON), and then connect the DB-9 end to the console terminal.
Connecting the Ethernet Cable
The A200-Series device provides gigabit Ethernet ports, SFP ports. The gigabit Ethernet port can be
connected by a straight-through cable (also called standard cable) or crossover cable. The SFP port
supports both an SFP optical module connected by a single-mode or multi-mode optical fiber, and an
SFP copper module connected by a crossover cable or straight-through cable.
All SFP Port and SFP+ Port optical modules use LC-type optical connectors; therefore, you should
connect the optical modules using optical fibers with LC-type connectors. All optical modules are hot-
swappable.
Connecting the Ethernet Copper Cable
Follow the guidelines below when connecting cables to the ports:
 Be careful not to connect the Ethernet port to the wrong ports. Read the label above
the port carefully.
 For electrical Ethernet connection, use a crossover cable or straight-through cable.
Connecting the Ethernet Fiber Cable
Follow the guidelines below when connecting cables to the ports:
 Be careful not to connect the Ethernet port to the wrong ports. Read the label above
the port carefully.
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For SFP port connection, insert the SFP optical module into the SFP port before
connecting the LC-type connector to the optical module.
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Keep the followings in mind when connecting fiber cables:

The curvature radius should be greater than 10cm. Avoid excessive bending of the
cable.
 Ensure the Tx and Rx ends are connected correctly.
 Keep the connector of the optical cable clean.
Notes: Laser danger! To protect your eyes from radiation harm, do not stare into a cable connector
connected to a laser generator.