zl Modules Installation Guide 2011-11

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Installing the Modules
Connecting the Network Cables
Connect the appropriate network cables to the module's ports as shown in
the table below. For more information on the cable specifications, see
“Cabling and Technology Specifications” on page 36.
Module
twisted-pair
cable with
RJ-45
connector
RJ-45 ports with
“Auto-MDIX”
10/100/1000-T PoE zl Module
Notes:
• The RJ-45 ports on this module have the Auto-MDIX feature. In the module’s default configuration, Auto, either a
straight-through or crossover cable can be used to connect the module to any other 1000Base-T, 100Base-TX or
10Base-T device. See the Note on
page 25.
• Since the 10Base-T operation is through the 10/100Base-TX ports, if you ever want to upgrade the ports to
100Base-TX, it would be best to cable the ports initially with category 5 cable.
A
B
fiber-optic
cable with
LC connector
mini-GBICs on the 10/100/1000-T zl Modules
Module
4 port 10G X2 zl Module (J8707A)