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M
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AKING
ETWORK
Connecting Twisted-Pair Devices
Each device requires an unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable with RJ-45
connectors at both ends. Use Category 5, 5e or 6 cable for 1000BASE-T
connections, Category 5 or better for 100BASE-TX connections, and
Category 3 or better for 10BASE-T connections.
Cabling Guidelines
The RJ-45 ports on the switch support automatic MDI/MDI-X pinout
configuration, so you can use standard straight-through twisted-pair cables
to connect to any other network device (PCs, servers, switches, routers, or
hubs). See Appendix B for further information on cabling.
Caution: Do not plug a phone jack connector into an RJ-45 port. This
Network Wiring Connections
Attach one end of a twisted-pair cable to an available uplink port on the
switch in the wiring closet, and the other end to the Internet Service
Provider's network equipment.
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C
ONNECTIONS
will damage the switch. Use only twisted-pair cables with RJ-45
connectors that conform to FCC standards.
Patch Panel
VDSL Switch
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100 240V 50 60Hz 1A
ISP
(Internet)
Figure 4-3 Network Wiring Connections
Twisted-pair Cables
to End Users
RJ-21 Cable
Console
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Fault
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RJ-21 Cable
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POTS
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EE Switch
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