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Installing the midspan on a rack, Connecting network cable – Amer Networks SRPM12 User Manual

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Installing the Midspan on a Rack

The Midspan can be mounted in a standard 19" rack. First, fasten the mounting brackets to the Midspan
using the screws provided (Figure 2).

Figure 2 - Fasten mounting brackets

With the brackets attached securely, you can mount the Midspan in a standard rack (Figure 3).

Figure 3 - Installed on a rack

Connecting Network Cable

As shown in Figure 4, the Midspan is connected in series to an Ethernet switch/hub. The data outputs
from the switch are connected to the Midspan. The Midspan delivers power over spare twisted pairs (pins
4/5 and 7/8) of the Ethernet cable, without degrading the quality of data communications. The
Management port should be connected to the network to allow remote management of the device.

Figure 4 - Connect network cables