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3. Making LAN Connections
3.1 10/100/1000 TP Copper Port
The 10/100/1000 TP copper port supports the following connection types and distances:
Network Cables
10BASE-T:
2-pair UTP Cat. 3, 4, 5 , EIA/TIA-568B 100-ohm
100BASE-TX:
2-pair UTP Cat. 5, EIA/TIA-568B 100-ohm
1000BASE-T:
4-pair UTP Cat. 5 or higher (Cat.5e is recommended), EIA/TIA-568B 100-ohm
Link distance:
Up to 100 meters for all above
Auto MDI/MDI-X Function
This function allows the port to auto-detect the twisted-pair signals and adapts itself to form a valid MDI to
MDI-X connection with the remote connected device automatically. No matter a straight through cable or
crossover cable are connected, the ports can sense the receiving pair automatically and configure themselves to
match the rule for MDI to MDI-X connection. It simplifies the cable installation.
Auto-negotiation Function
The port is featured with auto-negotiation function and full capability to support connection to any Ethernet
