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Ports and Cabling
Ports and Cabling
This section summarizes typical WAN and LAN connections for Cisco 900 Series ISRs. The connections
summarized here are described in detail in the Cisco Modular Access Router Cable Specifications document
on cisco.com.
Table 8: WAN and LAN Connections
Port or
Connection
Ethernet
1
Connection Procedures and Precautions
After you have installed the router chassis, perform these steps to connect the WAN and LAN interfaces:
• Connect each WAN and LAN to the appropriate connector on the chassis.
• Position the cables carefully so that you do not strain the connectors.
• Organize cables in bundles so that cables do not intertwine.
• Inspect the cables to make sure that the routing and bend radius is satisfactory. If necessary, reposition
• Install cable ties in accordance with site requirements.
Configure the Router at Startup
After installing the router and connecting the cables, you can configure the router with basic configurations.
For more information on how to configure the router, see the
Hardware Installation Guide for the Cisco 900 Series Integrated Services Router
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Port Type,
1
Color
RJ-45, yellow
Cable color codes are specific to Cisco cables.
the cables.
Connection
Ethernet hub or Ethernet switch
Cisco 900 Series Software Configuration
Install and Connect the Router
Cable
Category 5 or higher
Ethernet
Guide.
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