Chapter 2
Installing the IPS 4240 and the IPS 4255
Connecting the IPS 4240 to a Cisco 7200 Series Router
When an IPS 4240 is connected directly to a 7200 series router and both the IPS 4240 and the router
interfaces are hard-coded to speed 100 with duplex Full, the connection does not work. If you set the
IPS 4240 to speed Auto and duplex Auto, it connects to the router but only at speed 100 and duplex Half.
To connect correctly at speed 100 and duplex Full, set the interfaces of both the IPS 4240 and the router
to speed Auto and duplex Auto. Also, if either interface is hard-coded, you must make the connection
using a crossover cable.
Accessories
The IPS 4240 and the IPS 4255 accessories kit contains the following:
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Important Safety Instructions
Warning
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you
work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar
with standard practices for preventing accidents. Use the statement number provided at the end of
each warning to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings that accompanied this device.
Statement 1071
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Warning
Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.
Statement 1030
OL-18504-01
DB25 connector
DB9 connector
Rack mounting kit—screws, washers, and metal bracket
RJ45 console cable
Two 6-ft Ethernet cables
Cisco Intrusion Prevention System Appliance and Module Installation Guide for IPS 7.0
Connecting the IPS 4240 to a Cisco 7200 Series Router
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