How to Prevent Damage to the Permanent Link Adapter Cables

This article applies to DSX-PLA004 and DSX-PLA804 Permanent Link Adapters.

To Prevent Damage to the permanent link adapter cables and make sure your test results are as accurate as possible, do not twist, pull on, pinch, crush, or make kinks in the cables.

  • When you put the adapters in the equipment bag, do not coil them tighter than a diameter of 5 inches.
  • When removing the plug from the panel, hold the metal housing to disconnect; do not pull on the cable to dislodge the plug from the jack at the panel.