Connect the RJ-45 Ethernet Cables

Use this procedure to connect RJ-45 cables to an Oracle F2 Quad Port 10GBASE-T I/O module as well as to the switch chassis.

1. Identify the prerequisite and subsequent installation tasks that you must perform in conjunction with this task.

   See Installation Task Overview.

2. Orient the RJ-45 connector to where it will connect to the switch.

   For the chassis, the tab on the connector is up.

   
   

   For the Oracle F2 Quad Port 10GBASE-T module, the tab on the connector is to the right.

   
   
3. Insert the connector into the receptacle until it clicks, securing it in place.
4. Lay the cable into a slot on the cable management comb.
5. Repeat Step 2 and Step 3 for each cable to be connected.
6. Consider your next task.
   • Connect the PrizmMT cables if necessary.

     See Connect the PrizmMT Cables.

   • Connect the QSFP cables if necessary.

     See Connect the QSFP Cables.

   • Connect the LC cables if necessary.

     See Connect the LC Cables.

   • Secure the cables to the cable management comb.

     See Secure Cables to the Cable Management Comb.

Related Information

• Chassis Cable Requirements

• I/O Module Cable Requirements

• Standard MT and PrizmMT Cables

• Standard MT and PrizmMT Cable Precautions

• General Cable Precautions

• (Optional) Assemble the QSFP Cables

• (Optional) Assemble the SFP+ Cables

• Route the Cables

• Connect the PrizmMT Cables

• Connect the QSFP Cables

• Secure Cables to the Cable Management Comb