Black Box TS560A, User Manual

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CHAPTER 2: Introduction
• Auto-MDI/MDI-X-like protocol makes it possible
to connect to a hub, switch, or NIC with any patch
cable.
• Two-line by 16-character full alphanumeric backlit
LCD with icons displays clear test results.
• Auto-off in any mode and low power consumption
for long battery life.
2.6 Network Connectivity
The LAN Solution Network Tester uses IP address
protocol and recognizes auto-negotiation using fast link
pulses to report advertised Ethernet capability. The
tester also supports a modified version of auto-
MDI/MDI-X to allow for connection to a hub, switch, or
NIC with a straight-through cable.
The tester uses 10BASE-T for all network transmissions.
The vast majority of 100BASE-T Fast Ethernet products
support 10BASE-T. However, if a hub or switch is
100BASE-T only, you’ll need a different port, a change
of settings, or you’ll have to insert an inexpensive
10/100 hub in line with the tester.