Using the Passport 8100 Modules2-6 204515-CConnecting CablesAfter the modules are installed and the chassis is powered on, connect networkcables. Table 2-1 shows the connector types and recommended cables for eachmodule.Table 2-1. Connectors and Cables for Passport 8000 Series Edge Switch ModulesModule Port Connector RecommendedCable Type Maximum Cable LengthPassport8190SMEthernetManagementPortRJ-45 EIA Category 3, 4, or 5unshielded twisted pairfor 10 Mb/s operation;EIA Category 5 requiredfor 100 Mb/s operation328 ft (100 m)Serial Ports DB-9 RS-232Passport8132TX10/100 Mb/sEthernet PortsRJ-45 wiredas MDI-XEIA Category 3, 4, or 5unshielded twisted pairfor 10 Mb/s operation;EIA Category 5 requiredfor 100 Mb/s operation328 ft (100 m)Serial Port Mini DIN-8 RS-232 (Not required if Passport 8109SM module is present)Passport8148TX10/100 Mb/sEthernet PortsRJ-45 wiredas MDI-XEIA Category 3, 4, or 5unshielded twisted pairfor 10 Mb/s operation;EIA Category 5 requiredfor 100 Mb/s operation328 ft (100 m)Passport8108GBIC1000 Mb/sEthernet portDuplex SC Depends on installed GBIC model; for specifications, refer toAppendix A, “Technical Specifications.”Note: Ports on the Passport 8132TX and 8148TX modules are wired asMDI-X. Use straight-through cables to connect these ports to MDIconnections such as workstations or servers. Use crossover cables to connectthese ports to other MDI-X connections such as hubs or other switches.
