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10/100 Mbps Ethernet via the RJ-45 Connector
If an Application Switch is configured for auto-negotiate mode, the FE port will automatically
determine the Rx & Tx pins of the link (the MDI/MDI-X functionality). If the auto-negotiate mode
is disabled, a crossover cable must be used when connecting the Application Switch FE port to
another switch. Use a straight through cable when connecting to an end station, such as a PC.
Management Port
The Management Port on an Application Switch has one RJ-45 jack for connecting 10/100 Mbps
Fast Ethernet segments to the port.
The port LEDs light up to indicate the various port connection conditions. See
Table 7 on page 19
for details.
Connecting Cables to Console Port
To establish a console (DCE) connection, an ASCII terminal or a computer running ASCII
terminal emulation software is required. Use the parameters outlined in
Table 9
to connect to a
switch using a console connection.
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Note:
This port does not support MDI/MDI-X functionality. Use a crossover cable on the
10/100 Mbps Management Port if the device attached to the port is a computer. If the
device is a switch, hub, or router, use a straight-through cable.
Table 9
Console Configuration Parameters
Parameter
Value
Baud Rate
9600
Data Bits
8
Parity
None
Stop Bits
1
Flow Control
None
Emulate
VT100
