Connecting a twisted pair segment to the 6h303-48 – Enterasys Networks 6H302-48 User Manual

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Installation

To connect a UTP segment to the 6H303-48, proceed as follows:

1. Ensure that the device connected to the other end of the segment is powered ON.

2. If using an RJ21 straight connector, plug it into the appropriate RJ21 port as shown in

Figure 3-6

Connecting a Twisted Pair Segment to the 6H303-48

3. Tighten the two screws on the RJ21 connector, as applicable, to secure it to the module.

4. Verify that a link exists by checking that the port Link LEDs are on (flashing amber, blinking

green, or solid green). If any of the Link LEDs are off, perform the following steps until they
are on:

a. Verify that the device at the other end of the twisted pair segment is ON and connected to the

segment.

NOTE: The cable pinouts for a 25-pair cable (RJ21) can be found in the Cabling Guide.
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