DES-1218R/DES-1226R 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet Switch User ’s Guide
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A 100BASE-TX hub or switch can be connected to the Switch via a two-pair Category 5
UTP/STP cable.
Figure 4-2. Switch connected to a port on a hub or switch using either a straight or
crossover cable–any normal cable is fine
Connecting to Network Backbone or Server
The slide-in module Gigabit Ethernet ports are ideal for uplinking to a network backbone or network
server. These ports operate at 1000 Mbps in full-duplex mode.
Connection to the Gigabit Ethernet ports are made using fiber optic cable or Category 5 copper cable,
depending on the type of port. A valid connection is indicated when the Link LED is lit.
DES-1226R with 2-Port 1000BASE-SX Slide-in Module.
Figure 4-3. Gigabit connection using optional module port
