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Chapter 2
Hardware installation
Chapter contents
Introduction
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Unpacking the Model 6081RC
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Installing the PMC Ethernet Access Module onto the 6081RC front blade
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Model 6081RC blades installation
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Cable installation
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Connecting the Ethernet ports
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Connecting the 10/100Base-T Ethernet port to an Ethernet switch or hub
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Connecting the 10/100Base-T Ethernet port to an Ethernet-capable workstation or PC
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Connecting the EIA-561 RS-232 configuration port (DCE configured)
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Completing the hardware installation
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