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3.0 INSTALLATION
Because the CopperLink Ethernet Extender requires no configuration, it can
be installed quickly.
Note
If asymmetric transmission or line rates other than 12.5 Mbps
are required , refer to section 4.0, “Configuration” on page 16.
3.1 UNIT INSTALLATION
Do the following:
1. Make a ground connection for the unit (refer to section 3.2, “Ground-
ing the CopperLink Ethernet Extender” on page 10).
2. Connect the line interface between the units (refer to section 3.3,
“Connecting the Twisted-Pair Line Interface” on page 10)
Note
See Figure 2 for the unit’s rear panel arrangements.
3. Connect the Ethernet interface (refer to section 3.4, “Connecting the
10/100Base-T Ethernet Interface” on page 14).
4. Connect the power plug (refer to section 3.5, “Connecting Power” on
page 15).
Figure 2.
CopperLink Ethernet Extender rear panel
CopperLink 2168A
CopperLink 2158A
CopperLink
2168A/TB45
CopperLink twisted-pair
terminal block
interface
Ethernet
port
CopperLink twisted-pair
RJ-45 interface
Ground
stud
Ethernet
port
CopperLink twisted-pair
RJ-45 interface
Ground
stud
Power
connector
Power
connector