8.
Connection and Setup
8.1
Inspection Checks
Please inspect the unit to ensure that there is no damage to the external casing which could cause a
malfunction of the device or cause a safety critical fault. Any damaged units should be returned to Parallax
Digital Technologies for inspection and testing.
Please ensure that the DC Cables are securely fastened in the terminal block, and that the terminal block is
correctly inserted into the switch power connector housing.
8.2
RJ45 Connections
Ensure all required RJ45 Ports are connected correctly using CAT5e cable or better to the client devices.
The Uplink port should be connected to the host device or network, and the access ports TP1-4 are
available for other devices or connections. All cables should be solid copper and not CCA.
8.3
SFP Port Connections
Ensure that the SFP socket is clear from any dirt or contamination and that any required SFP Modules are
installed into the unit before applying power and care should be taken not to look directly into any open
port once power is applied. It is recommended to leave port blanks fitted when not in use. Only
compatible SFP modules should be installed in the unit and the maximum data thoughput for ports the
optical port is 1000Mbps.
8.4
Power Up
The Unit will automatically power up as soon as DC power is applied to the device. All LEDs will flash briefly
to complete the initialization sequence, then the Power LEDs- will be illuminate. Following this, the Port
Status LEDs and the Fiber indicator will display the current state of each of the ports.
