Siemens SCALANCE X-300

Inserting the IE FC RJ-45 Plug
1. Insert the IE FC RJ-45 Plug in the twisted-pair interface of the IE switch until it locks in place.
Figure A-2 Inserting the IE FC RJ-45 Plug (based on the example of the IE FC RJ-45 Plug 180)
The flush fit and locking mechanism of the PROFINET-compliant IE FC RJ‑45 Plug along with
the securing collar on the TP port of the IE Switch guarantee a robust connection suitable for
industrial conditions providing tensile and bending strain relief for the inserted connector.
The RJ-45 interface of the IE Switch X‑300EEC is fitted with a securing bracket instead of a
securing collar. To increase mechanical stability, you can secure the IE FC RJ-45 PLUG to this
securing bracket with a cable binder.
Removing the IE FC RJ-45 Plug
1. Press on the locking lever of the IE FC RJ-45 Plug gently to remove the plug.
Figure A-3 Releasing the RJ-45 plug (based on the example of the IE FC RJ-45 Plug 180)
If there is not enough space to release the lock with your hand, you can also use a 2.5 mm
screwdriver. You can then remove the IE FC RJ-45 Plug from the twisted pair socket.
Figure A-4 Releasing the RJ-45 plug with a screwdriver (based on the example of the IE FC RJ-45 Plug
180)
Appendix
A.3 Fitting the IE FC RJ-45 Plug
SCALANCE X-300
306 Operating Instructions, 11/2019, A5E01113043-24