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Ethernet Cabling
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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:
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 or better for 1000BASE-T.
Protection from radio frequency interference emissions
Electrical surge suppression
Separation of electrical wires (switch related or other) and electromagnetic
fields from data based network wiring
Safe connections with no damaged cables, connectors or shields
Figure 7: RJ-45 Connections
RJ-45 Connector