Cabletron Systems 6H122-16 - Manual (Page 23)

6H122-16 User’s Guide 2-1
CHAPTER 2
NETWORK REQUIREMENTS
Before installing the 6H122-16, review the requirements and
specifications referred to in this chapter concerning the following:
• SmartTrunk ( Section 2.1 )
• 10BASE-T Twisted Pair Network ( Section 2.2 )
• 100BASE-TX Twisted Pair Network ( Section 2.3 )
The network installation must meet the guidelines to ensure satisfactory
performance of this equipment. Failure to follow the guidelines may
produce poor network performance.
2.1 SmartTrunk
To connect the 6H122-16 to a network so it can take advantage of the
SmartTrunk feature, there are certain rules concerning port connections
and configurations that must be followed for proper operation. Refer to
the Cabletron Systems SmartTrunk User’s Guide for additional
information.
NOTE
To ensure proper operation, use Category 5 unshielded twisted
pair (UTP) cabling that has an impedance between 85 and
111 ohms.
NOTE
The Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide and SmartTrunk User’s
Guide, can be found on the Cabletron Systems World Wide
Web site: http://www.cabletron.com/