Description
Management Options for PA-5EFL Module
The PA-5EFL Cisco 5 Ports Ethernet Port Adapter can be managed using the following options:
- Command-line interface (CLI): The most common and powerful way to manage Cisco devices is through the CLI. The PA-5EFL can be configured and managed through the router’s CLI using commands such as “configure terminal,” “interface [interface number],” and “show interface.”
- Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP): SNMP is a protocol used for managing and monitoring network devices. The PA-5EFL supports SNMP, and you can use SNMP commands to configure and monitor the module remotely.
- CiscoWorks: CiscoWorks is a network management tool that can be used to manage and monitor Cisco devices. The PA-5EFL can be configured and monitored using CiscoWorks.
- Cisco Prime Infrastructure: Cisco Prime Infrastructure is another network management tool that can be used to manage and monitor Cisco devices. The PA-5EFL can be configured and monitored using Cisco Prime Infrastructure.
- Web-based graphical user interface (GUI): Some Cisco devices support web-based GUIs, which provide an easy-to-use interface for configuring and managing the device. However, the PA-5EFL does not support a web-based GUI.
Installation of the PA-5EFL Module
To install the PA-5EFL Cisco 5 Ports Ethernet Port Adapter, follow the steps below:
- Turn off the power to the Cisco router.
- Locate an available port adapter slot on the router and remove the blank faceplate from the slot.
- Align the adapter with the slot and insert it firmly into the slot until it clicks into place.
- Secure the adapter to the chassis using the screws provided with the adapter.
- Reconnect all cables to the adapter.
- Power on the router.
Once the adapter is installed, you can configure it by following these steps:
- Log in to the router’s command-line interface (CLI).
- Enter the configuration mode by typing “configure terminal.”
- Enter the interface configuration mode by typing “interface [interface number]” (replace [interface number] with the number of the interface on the adapter that you want to configure).
- Configure the interface settings, such as the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway.
- Repeat steps 3-4 for each interface on the adapter that you want to configure.
- Save the configuration changes by typing “write memory.”
- Verify the configuration by typing “show interface” command.
Configuration Requirements for PA-5EFL Module
To configure the PA-5EFL Cisco 5 Ports Ethernet Port Adapter, follow the steps below:
- Shut down the router and disconnect all cables.
- Locate the port adapter slot on the router and remove the blank faceplate from the slot.
- Carefully insert the port adapter into the slot, aligning the connector with the slot.
- Push the port adapter firmly into the slot until it clicks into place.
- Reconnect all cables to the port adapter.
- Power on the router.
To configure the port adapter, follow the steps below:
- Log in to the router’s command-line interface (CLI).
- Enter the configuration mode by typing “configure terminal.”
- Enter the interface configuration mode by typing “interface [interface number]” (replace [interface number] with the number of the interface on the port adapter that you want to configure).
- Configure the interface settings, such as the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway.
- Set up the Ethernet port settings, such as the speed, duplex mode, and media type.
- Repeat steps 3-5 for each interface on the port adapter that you want to configure.
- Save the configuration changes by typing “write memory.”
- Verify the configuration by typing “show interface” and “show interfaces status” commands.
General Information
- Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc
- Manufacturer Part Number: PA-5EFL
- Brand Name: Cisco
- Product Name: 5-Port Ethernet Fiber Link Port Adapter
- Product Type: Port Adapter
Technical Information
- Application/Usage: Data Networking
- Interfaces / Ports:
- Interfaces/Ports Details: 5 x ST 10Base-FL
Performance
- Media Type Supported: Optical Fiber
- Fiber Optic Cable Standard: 62.5/125 µm
- Fiber Mode Supported: Multi-mode
- Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 10 Mbit/s
Miscellaneous
- Additional Information-
- Spare Product
- Signaling method: Baseband
- Topology: Star
Compatibility
- Cisco Catalyst VIP2-15
- Cisco Catalyst VIP2-40
- Cisco Catalyst 5000 Series Switches
- Cisco Cisco 7200 Series Routers
Cisco Second-generation VIP2 modules in all Cisco 7500 Series Routers and Cisco 7000 Series Routers with the 7000 series Route Switch Processor (RSP7000) and 7000 series Chassis Interface (RSP7000CI)
