100Base-T Connectivity
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100Base-T Connectivity
The 100Base-T Module for the Switch 2000 enables up to two ports offering half-duplex or full-duplex operation
with options for either twisted-pair (UTP) cabling (below) or fiber-optic cabling (page 16).
Note: The 100Base-T Module can also be configured for 10Mbit/s operation using the HP J3192A/B 100Base-TX
Twisted-Pair Transceiver Module. Cabling is done in the same way as shown in the “Twisted Pair Cabling” section
that begins on page 5. A “Caution” similar to the one below applies to such connections.
Caution: For any connection between a pair of 100Base-T ports, ensure that both ports are configured the
same. For example, network speed and the transfer mode (full- or half-duplex) should be the same for both
ports. If Auto Negotiation is used between the ports, both ports must comply with the IEEE 802.3u “Auto-
Negotiation” standard. Configuration differences or use of devices that are not standards-compliant could
result in significant network errors. For more information, refer to the online Help included in the Switch 2000
console interface.
UTP 100Base-T Cabling
The 100Base-T Module for the Switch 2000 has two slots for installing HP J3192A/B 100Base-TX Twisted-Pair
Transceiver Modules. These transceivers require category 5 UTP cable and offer half-duplex or full-duplex operation
at either 10 Mbit/s or 100 Mbit/s speeds. (Refer to the manual provided with the transceiver.)
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Crossover Cable
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