GarrettCom DX40 User Manual
C
HAPTER
2 - Installation
Maintenance
DX40 Serial Device Router Installation Guide
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2.4.1.1
Disconnecting Network Cables
The sequence for removal of the serial and Ethernet cables is not important, but it is
important to note that there are active devices connected to each end of the cable.
important to note that there are active devices connected to each end of the cable.
1. Remove all of the Async DB9 connectors from the serial ports by unscrewing
the two captive screws on each cable and pulling the connector off the port.
(Label the connector with the port number if the cable is to be reconnected at
some later time.)
(Label the connector with the port number if the cable is to be reconnected at
some later time.)
2. Remove the Ethernet RJ45 connectors from the Ethernet ports by pressing on
the clip on the underside of the modular connector and pulling the connector
straight out. (Label the connector with the port number if the cable is to be
reconnected at some later time.)
straight out. (Label the connector with the port number if the cable is to be
reconnected at some later time.)
3. Following the safe handling procedures for fiber optic cables and connectors,
remove any fiber optic cable connected to the Ethernet fiber ports. Immediately
install dust caps on the cable end and the fiber port. (Label the connector with
the port number if the cable is to be reconnected at some later time.)
install dust caps on the cable end and the fiber port. (Label the connector with
the port number if the cable is to be reconnected at some later time.)
2.4.1.2
Disconnecting Power and Ground Lines
Follow the procedure below to disconnect the power and ground lines.
1. Verify that power to the DX40 is turned off.
2. Use a screw driver to loosen the two screws that tighten the wire clamps in the
non-polarized power connector. Remove the wires from the connector.
3. Remove the ground wire from the chassis by loosening the grounding screw.
2.4.1.3
Packing the DX40 for Shipment
If you have saved the shipping box that your DX40 was received in then add the end
styrofoam pieces around the chassis and place the unit in the box. Please contact
customer support to receive a valid RMA number so that this item is either repaired and
returned or credited to your account. Products without a proper RMA number will not be
accepted for repair by GarrettCom Utility Networks.
styrofoam pieces around the chassis and place the unit in the box. Please contact
customer support to receive a valid RMA number so that this item is either repaired and
returned or credited to your account. Products without a proper RMA number will not be
accepted for repair by GarrettCom Utility Networks.
LASER WARNING: DO NOT LOOK INTO A FIBER OPTIC CABLE OR PORT! These can
produce invisible light that may do serious eye damage. Always assume that fiber optic cables or
ports are actively radiating light energy.
produce invisible light that may do serious eye damage. Always assume that fiber optic cables or
ports are actively radiating light energy.
ELECTRICAL WARNING: Before disconnecting either AC or DC power connections at the
DX40 ensure that the facility power has first been turned off. Failure to shut power off prior
to removing the power connections could expose you to dangerous voltages causing
injury or death.
DX40 ensure that the facility power has first been turned off. Failure to shut power off prior
to removing the power connections could expose you to dangerous voltages causing
injury or death.
ELECTRICAL WARNING: If the wires are not to be used immediately properly
insulate them to ensure that an accidental turning on of the power will not
cause a short or electrical hazard.
insulate them to ensure that an accidental turning on of the power will not
cause a short or electrical hazard.