Transition Networks Standalone Media convertor MGE-PSW-SX-01 - Manual (Page 3)

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M/GE-PSW-xX-01
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Connect the twisted-pair copper cable
The AutoCross feature allows either MDI (straight-through) or MDI-X (crossover)
cable connections to be configured automatically, according to network conditions.
1. Locate or build IEEE 803.2™ compliant 10/100/1000Base-T cables with RJ-
45 connectors installed at both ends.
2. Connect the RJ-45 connector at one end of the cable to the RJ-45 port on the
M/GE-PSW-xX-01 media converter.
3. Connect the RJ-45 connector at the other end of the cable to the RJ-45 port on
the other device (switch, workstation, etc.).
RJ-45 port
on the other device
(switch, work station, etc.)
RJ-45 port
on the media
converter
Note: With AutoCross permanently enabled, the link LED only lights when a valid
end-to-end connection is made.
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Powering the media converter
The M/GE-PSW-xX-01 media converter is powered by using a DC power adapter
through the barrel connector on its rear panel, as shown below.
M/GE-PSW-xX-01 Back Panel Power
Back Panel
Barrel Connector
5-28 VDC
Power adapter
AC power
1. Connect the barrel connector of the power adapter to the media converter’s
power port (located on the back panel of the media converter).
2. Connect the power adapter plug to AC power.
3. Verify that the media converter is powered up by observing the illuminated
LED power indicator light on the front panel.
DC power
Consult the user’s guide for the Transition Networks SPS-1872-SA DC external
power supply for powering the media converter.