3.3.2 Connecting the IP Proprietary TelephonesWhen an IP-PT is connected to the LAN and power is supplied for the first time, you will be prompted to setnetwork parameters. The network parameters must be set for the IP-PT before it can be used. Referto "4.2 Programming the IP Proprietary Telephone" for instructions.NoteThe connection example shown here is for the KX-NT136 IP-PT.Connecting an IP-PT to a Switching HubWhen connecting an IP-PT to the LAN, connect it to a switching hub.Note• Use an Ethernet straight cable with an RJ45 connector to connect the IP-PT to a switching hub. Thecable should be a 100BASE-TX CAT 5 (Category 5) or higher cable.• When using the VLAN feature on the network, make sure that the switching hub to be connected isIEEE 802.1Q compliant and is configured for VLANs. In addition, the port of a switching hub that theIP-PT is connected to must be set to "Trunk" port, to allow VLAN tagging. Consult your networkadministrator for details.To a switching hubEthernet Straight CableLANInformation about IP Proprietary Telephones 313.3.2 Connecting the IP Proprietary Telephones