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Switched Ports
Each switched port supports one connection to a LAN segments. Each
segment is an independent shared network in one collision-domain.
The connection can be to either a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX device.
MDI-X RJ-45 Connectors
MDI-X jack is labeled [X] normally to indicate the jack is designed
with internal crossover function. It allows a connection to an end
station using straight-through UTP cable.
Uplink MDI RJ-45 connectors
One additional MDI RJ-45 connector of each switch is provided for
easy uplink via standard straight-through UTP to other device that
supports MDI-X RJ-45 connector.
Trunking Ports
Some switched ports can be optionally used for supporting trunking
function. This option depends on the trunking configuration setting
on rear panel. Refer to section 3.7 for more information.
3.2 Pin Assignments of MDI-X and MDI RJ-45
The following table shows the pin assignments of MDI-X and MDI RJ-45
connector respectively:
PIN#
MDI-X Jacks MDI Jack
1
Rx+
Tx+
2
Rx-
Tx-
3
Tx+
Rx+
6
Tx-
Rx-
4,5,7,8
NC
NC
