Installation guide

Installation 43
Connecting an External Modem to the AUX Port
Connecting an External Modem to the AUX Port
An external modem can be connected to the AUX port on the back.
The following figure illustrates connecting an external modem to an AUX
port and connecting the modem to the telephone network.
Figure 3-1: Connecting an External Modem to the AUX Port and to the
Telephone Network
T To Connect an External Modem to the AUX
Port
This procedure requires the following cables and connectors:
• A straight through CAT5 or greater cable for connecting the AUX port to
the external modem, with a RJ-45 connector on one end and the
appropriate connector or adapter (USB, DB-9 or DB-25) on the other end.
• A phone cord (for connecting the modem to a live phone line) with RJ-11
connectors on both ends.
1. Connect the RJ-45 end of the cable to the AUX port on the OnBoard.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the modem.
3. Connect the phone cord between the jack on the modem and a live
telephone jack at your site.
4. Configure the AUX port for PPP.
See the AlterPath OnBoard Administrator’s Guide for details about
configuring the AUX port.
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