Cabletron Systems STHI User Manual
TPIM Installation
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3.1.7
Connecting the STHI to the Power Source
Plug one end of the power cord into the back panel of the STHI and
connect the other end into a grounded wall outlet. Verify that the PWR
LED is on, indicating that the STHI is receiving power.
connect the other end into a grounded wall outlet. Verify that the PWR
LED is on, indicating that the STHI is receiving power.
3.2 TPIM Installation
TPIM use is an option, not a requirement, for STHI operation.
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage the TPIM.
Observe all precautions to prevent electrostatic discharges
when handling the TPIM. Avoid touching the components
or surface of the board. Hold only the edges of the board or
the metal front panel.
Observe all precautions to prevent electrostatic discharges
when handling the TPIM. Avoid touching the components
or surface of the board. Hold only the edges of the board or
the metal front panel.
Install a TPIM as follows:
1.
Remove the TPIM port coverplate from the STHI hub’s faceplate.
2.
Carefully insert the TPIM into the TPIM port with its edges in the
guide tracks. The TPIM seats firmly, snug against the face of the STHI
when the connector pins on the back of the TPIM are fully inserted
into their pin slots.
guide tracks. The TPIM seats firmly, snug against the face of the STHI
when the connector pins on the back of the TPIM are fully inserted
into their pin slots.
3.
Finger-tighten the mounting screw (upper right-hand corner of the
TPIM faceplate) to secure the TPIM in place.
TPIM faceplate) to secure the TPIM in place.
3.3 Finishing the Installation
Before placing the network into service, test the installation thoroughly,
making sure that all stations can receive data and that the STHI and all
connected stations are indicating normal operation. Confirm that the
networking software is configured properly to match the installed
network. If problems emerge, proceed to Chapter 4, Troubleshooting.
making sure that all stations can receive data and that the STHI and all
connected stations are indicating normal operation. Confirm that the
networking software is configured properly to match the installed
network. If problems emerge, proceed to Chapter 4, Troubleshooting.
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