Connecting the FN100 to the NetworkFast Network 100 User GuidePage 2-92.7 CONNECTING THE FN100 TO THE NETWORKInstallations vary depending on existing wiring, application objectives,and other considerations. Be sure to have your current network topologymap available or contact your network administrator.You can connect network devices to the FN100 via a 10BASE-T,100BASE-TX, or 100BASE-FX cable directly, or via a punch-downblock or patch panel located in a wiring closet. Individual devices are thenconnected to the FN100.2.7.1 Punch-Down Block and Patch Panel ConnectionsFor each network device you connect to the FN100 through a punch-downblock or patch panel, do the following:1. Connect one end of the 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or 100BASE-FXcable to the network interface card on the device.2. Connect the other end of the cable to a connector on the punch-downblock or patch panel.3. Connect one end of a second cable to the connector on the punch-downblock or patch panel.4. Connect the other end of the second cable to a numbered port on theFN100.2.7.2 Direct Device ConnectionsFor each network device you connect directly to the FN100, do thefollowing:1. Connect one end of the 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or 100BASE-FXcable to the network interface card on the device.2. Connect the other end of the cable to a numbered port onthe FN100.
