Rockwell Automation 2708-DH5B2L_DH5B4L Attended Workstation - Manual (Page 20)

Chapter 2
Installing a Network
2–7
It is recommended that at least a simple volt/ohm meter along with assorted
screwdrivers be acquired for installation.
Figure 2.9
The Completed Network Connector
Making a good cable installation is one of the keys to having a properly
working network. Cable installation must always alternate between
installation and inspection. The inspector’s job is to play devil’s advocate at
each phase. By inspecting in phases, you avoid having to do the entire job
over again when problems are found too late.
We recommend the following sequence:
1. Obtain tools, select connectors and cable type. Get a sample of the cable
so you can identify the colors.
2. Draw a MAP of where each workstation is to be placed in the building or
area. Trace a general path that the cable will follow in the physical
building. Make multiple copies of this diagram. One good way to do the
map is to get blueprints of the building and draw in the cables and
workstations. Make sure that you note the WORKSTATION NUMBER
which will be in each location, as well as the location of the Host
computer.
3. Make color keyed cable drawings showing which color wires go to the
pins of the connectors. We recommend you make multiple copies of this
drawing, and store one copy with the installation map.
4. Run the cable through the building. Always leave a few extra feet at each
workstation location so that there is room with which to work.
Step By Step Installation