Making Network Connections; Connecting Network Devices; Twisted-Pair Devices; Cabling Guidelines - SMC Networks TigerStack II SMC8848M Installation Manual

Connecting Network Devices

The TigerStack II 10/100/1000 units are designed to interconnect
multiple segments (or collision domains). It can be connected to network
cards in PCs and servers, as well as to hubs, switches or routers. It may also
be connected to devices using optional XFP or SFP transceivers.

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 "Cables" for further information on cabling.
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Caution: Do not plug a phone jack connector into an RJ-45
port. This will damage the switch. Use only twisted-pair cables
with RJ-45 connectors that conform to FCC standards.
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