Cabletron Systems HubSTACK SEHI-34 User Manual

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CONNECTING TO THE NETWORKPage 4-1CHAPTER 4CONNECTING TO THE NETWORKThis chapter outlines the procedure for connecting the SEHI to yournetwork. Ensure that your network meets the guidelines andrequirements outlined in Chapter 2, Installation Requirements/Specifications, before installing the SEHI to your network.4.1 CONNECTING THE SEHI TO THE NETWORKThe procedure for connecting network segments to the SEHI variesdepending on the media and ports being connected. Refer to thefollowing list and perform the procedure described in the subsectionsthat apply to your SEHI:• Network Ports, SEHI-22/24 4.1.1• Network Ports, SEHI-32/34 4.1.2• EPIM-T 4.1.3• EPIM-F1, F2, F3 4.1.4• EPIM-C 4.1.5• EPIM-A 4.1.6• EPIM-X 4.1.7Prior to connecting the network cabling check the connectors for theproper pinouts as shown in Chapter 2.4.1.1 Connecting to Network Ports, SEHI-22 and SEHI-24You attach unshielded twisted pair segments to the RJ45 NetworkPorts on the front panel of the SEHI. Each twisted pair port on theSEHI incorporates a Polarity Detection and Correction feature. ThePolarity Detection and Correction feature allows the SEHI to passdata regardless of the polarity of the twisted pair segment’s receivelink. Operating in this condition is not recommended and if thiscondition is discovered, the segment should be removed from thenetwork and wired correctly by a technician.