Figure 2-3 Netra 5-2 for Communications Configuration C (4 Onboard 10 GigE
Ports & 2 Quad GigE NICs)
Oracle recommends using Category 6 (or better) for all Ethernet connections.
You do not need to use every port for proper operation.
You can install and remove Ethernet and 1000BASE-T cables while the Netra X5-2 for
Communication runs, but when you disconnect a cable the link is lost and the system
generates an alarm.
Available Connections
Please read all of the information for each of the available connections prior to cabling
the Netra X5-2 for Communications.
Port
Description
You Need
NET (0-3)
10 GigE ports - labeled Net 3,
Net 2, Net 1 and Net 0 (left to
right). Enables you to connect
the Netra X5-2 to your
network.
A Category 6 (or better)
Ethernet cable to connect to
the NET 0 port to your network
Network parameters such as
an IP address (can be
provided by DHCP services or
assigned a static address in
the OS)
Additional Category 6 (or
better) Ethernet cables and
Ethernet addresses as needed
for additional connections to
NET 1 - 3
Chapter 2
Cable the Netra X5-2 for Communications
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