Ethernet Cabling - SMC Networks SMCGS10P-SMART Installation Manual

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Ethernet Cabling

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To ensure proper operation when installing the switch into a network, make sure
that the current cables are suitable for 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or 1000BASE-T
operation. Check the following criteria against the current installation of your
network:
Cable type: Unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or shielded twisted pair (STP)
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cables with RJ-45 connectors; Category 3 or better for 10BASE-T, Category
5 or better for 100BASE-TX, and Category 5, 5e, or 6 for 1000BASE-T.
Protection from radio frequency interference emissions
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Electrical surge suppression
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Separation of electrical wires (switch related or other) and electromagnetic
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fields from data based network wiring
Safe connections with no damaged cables, connectors or shields
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Figure 12: RJ-45 Connections
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RJ-45 Connector
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