• Supported Platforms
• MX480 Routers

• Related Topics
• Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage to an MX480 Router
• Connecting the MX480 Router to Management and Alarm Devices
• Replacing the Console or Auxiliary Cable on an MX480 Router
• RJ-45 Connector Pinouts for an MX Series Routing Engine ETHERNET Port

Replacing the Management Ethernet Cable on an MX Series Router

One Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connectors is provided with the router. To replace the cable connected to the ETHERNET port:

1. Attach an electrostatic discharge (ESD) grounding strap to your bare wrist, and connect the strap to one of the ESD points on the chassis.
2. Press the tab on the connector, and pull the connector straight out of the port. Figure 1 shows the connector.
3. Disconnect the cable from the network device.
4. Plug one end of the replacement cable into the ETHERNET port. Figure 2 shows the port.
5. Plug the other end of the cable into the network device.