Hardware installation
Installing optional expansion modules
The optional expansion modules provide an additional eight ports each. The Uplogix appliance
can accommodate two expansion modules, for a total of 20 device ports for each Uplogix
appliance.
Unpacking the shipping box
Verify that you have received these items:
Expansion module
Cable kit containing:
à
8 Cat 5e cables (white)
à
1 RJ-45 to DB-9 Adapter (gray)
à
1 USB Type A to Type B cable
Rack-mount shelf
Package of bracket attachment screws (8)
Blank plate
The expansion ports differ from the on-board device ports in the following ways:
Fixed Crossover – The expansion ports are designed to be DCE and connect to most
network devices using a standard Cat 5e cable. The software-selectable null modem (DTE)
is not available.
Link and Activity indicators – The green console link status and yellow activity indicators
are not present on expansion modules.
Installing the expansion modules
The expansion module can be installed in a 19-inch rack or placed on a flat surface and used
as a desktop device.
Caution:
Do not place other objects on top of the expansion module. The chassis cover is not
designed to support weight.
The included rack-mounting shelf is designed to mount one or two expansion modules.
To install the expansion module in a standard 19-inch rack, attach it to the included rack-
mounting shelf. The expansion module is designed to mount on either side of the shelf. A
blank plate is included to cover the open space if only one expansion unit is installed.
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