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FORE Systems ES-2810 Ethernet Switch User's Manual
Managing the Switch
5.15.4 Color Code Matrix Ports
5.15.4.1 Purpose
Enabling this tool colors the individual ports on the Matrix Module. This simplifies the task of
tracing cables, as the ports on the Stack Interface Modules become the same color as the port
they are connected to on the Matrix Module.
5.15.4.2 Color Coding
Each Matrix port has a unique color:
• Port 1 – brown
• Port 2 – yellow
• Port 3 – dark yellow
• Port 4 – dark cyan
• Port 5 – purple
• Port 6 – cyan
• No connection – dark gray