DEC LANcontroller 601 Cabling Instructions & Specs

This document provides cabling instructions and specifications for the DEC LANcontroller 601.

Key points include:

• Installation Steps: Outlines a four-step process to install the DEC LANcontroller 601: checking kit contents, installing the Network Interface Card (NIC), attaching communication cables, and enabling the NIC.
• Service Requirement: Crucially notes that NIC installation and enabling (steps 2 and 4) must be performed by a service person, with details found in the "Installation and Service Manual."
• Kit Contents: Lists components for the DNSAE-AA option, including the DEC LANcontroller 601 NIC, Ethernet loopback connector, and documentation (including this cabling guide).
• Cable Attachment: Provides detailed instructions for attaching Ethernet cables, emphasizing that the NIC does not need to be disabled. It notes that an "ATTENTION" state on the LED display indicates improper connection and illustrates how to lock/unlock cable clips.
• Cabling Information: Presents a table of various Ethernet cable types (e.g., PVC straight, Teflon right-angle) with corresponding part numbers, and explains how the 'xx' suffix denotes cable lengths (e.g., 5m, 10m, 20m, 40m).
• Specifications:
  • Communication: Specifies 10 Mbits/s line speed, one line, and an Ethernet IEEE 802.3 compatible interface.
  • Physical: Details the weight as 0.6 kg (1.325 lb) and provides a diagram with dimensions.