Cisco Headend System Release 2.7 Troubleshooting Guide
Configure the Network Connection
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Configure the Network Connection
This section provides information that lets you verify that your EAC is correctly
connected to the network.
Connecting to the Ethernet Hub
Connect a crossover Ethernet cable from the EAC to the ISDS. Alternately, you can
connect a standard Ethernet cable from the EAC to the network hub.
Important: The Ethernet connection requires an 8-conductor category 5 cable
Important: The Ethernet connection requires an 8-conductor category 5 cable
(CAT-5) connected to the RJ-45 port of the EAC.
WARNING:
Be careful not to tangle or strain interconnecting cables or the cables might
become unusable. Check all cable connections regularly to make sure that all
connections are secure and that the cables are not frayed, tangled, or strained.
The following diagram shows a configuration that minimizes the number of
potential failure points.