Management network cabling for HPE Synergy Frame Link Modules (2-Port)

Management network cabling includes cabling the LINK and MGMT ports for management network connectivity.

LINK port cabling

  • Connect frame link module LINK ports to frame link module LINK ports only. Do not connect LINK ports to a data center switch.

  • Use a minimum of CAT6A cables for LINK port cabling. Follow CAT6A distance standards. CAT6A cabling over 100 meters is not supported.

MGMT port cabling

For MGMT port cabling, use a CAT6A or higher cable if the connecting switch port is 10GBASE-T. Otherwise, use a CAT5 cable if the connecting switch port is 1000BASE-T. CAT6A cabling over 100 meters is not supported.