SECTION FOUR: Networking the Northstar 6000i
6000i
Installation Manual, Rev. G
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Step 1: Waterproofing
Dry locations
If all components are located in dry areas and do not require waterproof cables and connectors,
standard off-the-shelf Ethernet cables can be used. These cables are available in a variety of lengths
and can be obtained from sources that carry computer networking supplies. The installer should
ensure that the cable is category 5 or category 5e cable. Other cables, particularly voice grade cables,
look very similar but will not work as part of the N2 system.
Wet locations
Any connectors exposed to the weather or possibility of exposure need to be waterproof. Cables can
be ordered from Northstar with waterproof connectors installed on both ends, or (for installations
that require passing the cable through a small hole or wiring tube) with a waterproof connector
installed on one end and a kit containing all parts needed to field-install a waterproof connector on
the other end.
Cables are also available with a waterproof connector on one end and a non-waterproof connector
on the other.
Step 2: Number of devices
The initial survey should also determine whether or not an Ethernet switch will be needed. A switch
is only necessary if the installation includes
more
than two N2 devices.
Connecting a network of two devices
The simplest way to interconnect a network consisting of just two devices is to use an Ethernet
“crossover” cable. A crossover cable eliminates the need for an Ethernet switch.
Connecting a network of more than devices
When more that two devices are being connected, or if you wish to leave room for future expansion,
use an Ethernet switch that serves as a common connection point for all devices. Switches are
available in both standard and waterproof versions.
Never use crossover cables with a switch.
Installation type
Networking equipment required
All equipment is located in dry areas
Commercially available standard Ethernet cables
and switches can be used
One or more N2 devices are located in
exposed areas, and others (including the
switch) are located in protected areas.
Use a standard Ethernet switch. Use cables with a
waterproof connector on the exposed end and a
standard open connector on the other end. Be
sure to route the cables so that water does not
find its way into the switch.
All N2 devices including the switch are located
in exposed areas
Fully waterproof equipment such as that available
from Woodhead Connectivity must be used.
Summary of Contents for 6000i
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Page 8: ...SECTION ONE Introducing the 6000i Page 4 6000i Installation Manual Rev G ...
Page 16: ...SECTION TWO Installing and wiring the 6000i Page 12 6000i Installation Manual Rev G ...
Page 30: ...SECTION FOUR Networking the Northstar 6000i Page 26 6000i Installation Manual Rev G ...
Page 34: ...SECTION FIVE Checking out the system Page 30 6000i Installation Manual Rev G ...
Page 48: ...SECTION SIX Interfacing the 6000i system Page 44 6000i Installation Manual Rev G ...
Page 56: ...APPENDIX A 6000i system technical specifications Page 52 6000i Installation Manual Rev G ...