Cable and Connectors
Connector Specifications
Figure 37
Fiber-Optic SFP Module LC Connector
Warning:
Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from disconnected fibers or connectors. Do not stare into beams
or view directly with optical instruments. Statement 1051
Console Port
The switch has two console ports: a USB 5-pin mini-Type B port (see
console port.
Figure 38
USB Mini-Type B Port
The USB console port uses a USB Type A to 5-pin mini-Type B cable, shown in
A-to-USB mini-Type B cable is not supplied. You can order an accessory kit that contains this cable.
Note:
When running Linux, access the USB Console using Minicom instead of Screen.
Figure 39
USB Type A-to-USB 5-Pin Mini-Type B Cable
The RJ-45 console port uses an 8-pin RJ-45 connector . An RJ-45-to-DB-9 adapter cable is used to connect the
console port of the switch to a console PC. You need to provide a RJ-45-to-DB-25 female DTE adapter if you want to
connect the switch console port to a terminal. You can order a kit (part number ACS-DSBUASYN=) containing that
adapter. For console port and adapter pinout information, see
Alarm Port
The alarm port uses an RJ-45 connector. See
ratings, see the
Alarm Ratings, page
Console Port, page
100/1000 SFP Ports, page 4
72.
54
Figure 38 on page
54) and an RJ-45 (RS-232)
Figure 39 on page
54.
for more information. For information on alarm
54. The USB Type