Installation guide

Chapter 4 Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet Ports
Installing, Removing, and Maintaining GBICs
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Patch Cord Configuration Example
Figure 4-5 shows a typical configuration using patch cords.
Figure 4-5 Patch Cord Configuration
Patch Cord Installation
Plug the end of the patch cord labeled “To equipment” into the GBIC (see
Figure 4-6). Plug the end labeled “To cable plant” into the patch panel. The patch
cord is 9.84 feet (3 meters) long and has duplex SC-type male connectors at each
end.
Figure 4-6 Patch Cord Installation
1000BASE-LX/LH
port
Patch
panel
Link span greater than 984 ft
(300 m)
1000BASE-LX/LH
port
Rx
Tx
Patch
panel
Patch
cord
Building
cable plant
Tx
Rx
Patch
cord
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To equipment To cable plant
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