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THE
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WITCH
3-2
Ethernet Cabling
To ensure proper operation when installing the switch into a network,
make sure that the current cables are suitable for 10BASE-T,
100BASE-TX or 1000BASE-T operation. Check the following criteria
against the current installation of your network:
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Cable type: Unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or shielded twisted pair
(STP) cables with RJ-45 connectors; Category 3 or better for
10BASE-T, Category 5 or better for 100BASE-TX, and Category 5e or
better for 1000BASE-T.
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Protection from radio frequency interference emissions
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Electrical surge suppression
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Separation of electrical wires (switch related or other) and
electromagnetic fields from data based network wiring
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Safe connections with no damaged cables, connectors or shields
Figure 3-1. RJ-45 Connections
RJ-45 Connector
Summary of Contents for 8648T FICHE
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