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AGC7648 Deep-Buffer Switch
4.3 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 5, 5e or 6 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
