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3.3 Connecting to the Network
The rear bracket of the Fast Ethernet adapter contains one RJ-45
connector. The connector is used for either 100Mbps 100BASE-
TX connection or 10Mbps 10BASE-T connection. The adapter can
sense the connection speed and switch to appropriate operation
automatically.
Figure 3-4 Network Connector
RJ-45 Pin Assignment
Signal Name
1
Tr
2
Transmit -
3
R
6
Receive -
4,5,7,8
NC (no connection)
Cabling Requirements:
10Mbps
10BASE-T Ethernet Category 3, 4, or 5 UTP Cable
The maximum distance is 100 meters.
100 Mbps
100BASE-TX Ethernet Category 5 UTP Cable
The maximum distance is 100 meters.
