
4.6 Ethernet Cable
Ethernet cables are classigied into two types: straight-through cables and crossover cables.
4.6.1 Introduction
Ethernet cable is of two types: the straight-through cable and the crossover cable.
Straight-through Cable
The straight-through cable is used to connect the Ethernet interfaces between the following
devices:
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A Router device and a hub
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A Router device and an Ethernet switch
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A computer and an Ethernet switch
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A computer and a hub
Crossover Cable
The crossover cable is used to connect the Ethernet interfaces between the following devices:
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A Router device and a CX device
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A Router device and a computer
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A hub and a hub
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A hub and a switch
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A switch and a switch
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A computer and a computer
4.6.2 Structure
As shown in
, the straight-through cable and the crossover cable are standard shielded
network cables and, adopt an RJ45 connector shown in
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