Minicom Advanced Systems Smart IP Extender - Manual (Page 13)

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13. Connecting the External Reset/Power Option
Refer to the Power Switch guide to connect this to one of the serial ports. To date
supported options are:
• Minicom Power switch
• Avocent—SPC 1 800/1600
• Sentry In-Line Power Module
14. Connecting to Ethernet
The Ethernet connector on the IP Extender can be used either for a 100 Mbps
100BASE-TX connection or for a 10 Mbps 10BASE-T connection. The adapter
adjusts to the appropriate operation mode automatically.
15. 10 Mbps Connection
For 10BASE-T Ethernet networks, the Fast Ethernet adapter uses Category 3, 4, or 5
UTP/FTP cable. To establish a 10 Mbps connection, the cable must be connected to
a 10BASE-T hub. Ensure the cable is wired appropriately for a standard 10BASE-T
adapter. Align the RJ-45 plug with the notch on the adapter's connector and insert it
into the adapter's connector.
16. 100 Mbps Connection
For 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet networks, the IP Extender supports Category 5 UTP
cabling. To establish a 100 Mbps connection, the cable must be connected to a
100BASE-TX hub.
1. Make sure that the cable is wired appropriately for a standard 100BASE-TX
adapter.
2. Align the RJ-45 plug with the notch on the adapter's connector and insert it into
the adapter's connector.
Note! The UTP/FTP wire pairs and configuration for 100BASE-TX cable are
identical to those for 10BASE-T cable when used with Category 5 UTP/FTP cable.
17. Switching on
After connecting IP Extender to the computer, switch on IP Extender first and then
the computer.