Installing the VPN router 32IPLink 2800 Series Getting Started Guide 2 • Hardware installationLocation and mounting requirementsThe IPLink VPN Router is intended to be placed on a desktop or similar sturdy, flat surface that offers easyaccess to the cables. Allow sufficient space at the rear of the chassis for cable connections. Additionally, youshould consider the need to access the unit for future upgrades and maintenance.Installing the VPN routerIPLink VPN Router installation consists of the following:• Placing the device at the desired installation location (see section “Mounting the VPN router” on page 32)• Installing the interface and power cables (see section “Connecting cables” on page 32)When you finish installing the IPLink router, go to chapter 3, “Getting started with the IPLink Managed VPNRouter” on page 40.Mounting the VPN routerPlace the VPN Router on a desktop or similar sturdy, flat surface that offers easy access to the cables. The VPNRouter should be installed in a dry environment with sufficient space to allow air circulation for cooling.Note For proper ventilation, leave at least 2 inches (5 cm) to the left, right,front, and rear of the IPLink VPN Router.Connecting cablesInstalling VPN Router cables takes place in the following order:1. Installing the 10/100 Ethernet port cable or cables (see section “Installing the Ethernet cable” on page 32)2. Installing the cables:a. V.35 or X.21 serial WAN cable (see section “Installing the serial WAN cable” on page 33) orb. T1/E1 WAN cable (see section “Installing the serial WAN cable” on page 33)3. Installing the power input (see section “Connecting to external power source” on page 38)Installing the Ethernet cableThe IPLink 2800 Series has automatic MDX (auto-cross-over) detection and configuration on the Ethernetports. Any of the two ports (five on the Model 2805 and three on the Model 2823) can be connected to a hostor hub/switch with a straight-through wired cable (see figure 1). Ethernet devices (10Base-T or 100Base-T) areDo not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods oflightning activity.The interconnecting cables must be acceptable for external useand must be rated for the proper application with respect to volt-age, current, anticipated temperature, flammability, andmechanical serviceability.WARNINGCAUTION
