Chapter 2. Connecting the Gigabit Ethernet Board to a Network
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## Chapter 2. Connecting the Gigabit Ethernet Board to a Network

This chapter shows you how to connect the fiber-optic Gigabit Ethernet board or the copper Gigabit Ethernet board to a network, and how to configure your system for the board.

Following is a description of each section:

- “Installing the Board”

- “Connecting to the Network”

## Installing the Board

The installation instructions for the Gigabit Ethernet board are different for different systems. Refer to the following sources for installation instructions:

- Altix XE210: See the instructions for installing a PCI-E card in the user's or owner's guide that came with your system.

- Altix XE240: See the instructions for installing a PCI-E card in the user's or owner's guide that came with your system.

- Altix 450: See the instructions for installing a PCI-E card in the user's or owner's guide that came with your system.

- Altix 4700: Your Gigabit Ethernet board must be installed by an SGI certified service provider.

## Connecting to the Network

This section shows you how to connect the Gigabit Ethernet board to a network in the following sections:

- “Connecting the Fiber-Optic Board”

- “Connecting the Copper Board”

### Connecting the Fiber-Optic Board

To connect your fiber-optic Gigabit Ethernet board to a network, insert the LC connector on one end of the fiber-optic cable into the Gigabit Ethernet board, as shown in Figure 2-1. Ensure that the connector is inserted completely into the jack. Then insert the connector on the other end of the fiber-optic cable into the connector on the Ethernet switch, or another computer system (as appropriate).

| Note: If your network connects to an Ethernet switch, consult the operating manual for the switch to ensure that the switch port is enabled and configured correctly.

Figure 2-1. Connecting the Fiber-Optic Cable

### Connecting the Copper Board

To connect your copper Gigabit Ethernet board to a network, insert the RJ45 connector on one end of the copper cable into the Gigabit Ethernet board, as shown in Figure 2-2. Make sure the connector is inserted completely into the jack, and then insert the connector on the other end of the copper cable into the jack on the Ethernet switch, or another computer system (as appropriate).

| Note: If your network connects to an Ethernet switch, consult the operating manual for the switch to ensure that the switch port is enabled and configured correctly.

Figure 2-2. Connecting the Copper Cable

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