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Chapter 3 Port and Cable Information
Preparing to Connect to a Network
Auxiliary Port Connections
For connection to a modem, your router is provided with an RJ-45-to-DB-25 adapter cable. (A
DB-9-to-DB-25 adapter is also included with the Cisco IAD2801.)
For detailed information about connecting devices to the auxiliary port, see the
Terminal or Modem” section on page 5-3
of the “
online document.
For cable and port pinouts, refer to the
Cisco Modular Access Router Cable Specifications
online
document on Cisco.com.
Preparing to Connect to a Network
When setting up your router, consider distance limitations and potential electromagnetic interference
(EMI) as defined by the applicable local and international regulations.
Refer to the following online documents for more information about network connections and interfaces:
Cisco Network Modules Hardware Installation Guide
Cisco Interface Cards Installation Guide
Cisco Modular Access Router Cable Specifications
Note
For information about connecting DSL interface cards, see the Cisco Interface Cards Hardware
Installation Guide at the following URL:
Warning
To avoid electric shock, do not connect safety extra-low voltage (SELV) circuits to telephone-network
voltage (TNV) circuits. LAN ports contain SELV circuits, and WAN ports contain TNV circuits. Some
LAN and WAN ports both use RJ-45 connectors.
Statement 1021
Ethernet Connections
The IEEE has established Ethernet as standard IEEE 802.3. Cisco IAD2801 series integrated access
devices support the following Ethernet implementations:
•
100BASE-T—100 Mbps full-duplex transmission over a Category 5 or better unshielded
twisted-pair (UTP) cable. Supports the Ethernet maximum length of 328 feet (100 meters).
•
10BASE-T—10 Mbps full-duplex transmission over a Category 5 or better unshielded twisted-pair
(UTP) cable. Supports the Ethernet maximum length of 328 feet (100 meters).
Refer to the
Cisco Modular Access Router Cable Specifications
online document for information about
Ethernet cables, connectors, and pinouts.