Installing the BayStack 350 Switch893-00992-E 2-13Connecting Port CablesThis section describes how to connect the BayStack 350 switch ports to thenetwork. Depending on your network configuration requirements, you connect theRJ-45 port cables, 100BASE-FX port cables, or both. After connecting the portcables, proceed to “Connecting Power” on page 2-15 to connect the AC powercord and power up the BayStack 350 switch.The BayStack 350 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX switch ports are configured withRJ-45 connectors that are wired as MDI-X ports. As in conventional Ethernetrepeater hubs, the BayStack 350 switch ports connect via straight-through cablesto the network interface card (NIC) in a node or server. When connecting to anEthernet hub or to another switch, you must use a crossover cable. SeeAppendix C, “Connectors and Pin Assignments,” for more information.RJ-45 Port CablesTo connect the RJ-45 port cables, insert the cable plug into the appropriate portconnector until the release tab snaps into the locked position (Figure 2-8).Figure 2-8. Connecting RJ-45 port cablesNote: By default, all BayStack 350 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX switch ports areset with the autonegotiation feature enabled. This feature allows any port tomatch the best service provided by the connected station, up to 100 Mb/s infull-duplex mode.5634EA