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the Switch and all the devices connect to the Switch.
Notice:
1. Cable distance for the Switch
The UTP cable distance between the Switch and hub/PC should
not exceed 100 meters. The fiber-optic cable should not exceed
412 meters in Half-duplex mode and 2 kilometers for Full-
duplex mode.
2. Make sure the wiring is correct
It can be used Category 3/4/5 cable in 10Mbps operation. To
reliably operate your network at 100Mbps, you must use an
Unshielded Twisted-Pair (UTP) Category 5 cable, or better Data
Grade cabling.
seem to work, it will soon cause data loss.
The fiber-optic cable should be a multi-mode fiber cable with
62.5/125ì m or 50/125ì m in specification. You can find the
information from the printing of the cable. If you are not familiar
with it, please consult your local dealer for the information.
All kinds of hub/PC can connect to Switch by using straight-through
wires. The Switch provides one additional RJ-45 connector that is
converted from port 1, labeled "Uplink" port. Either port 1 or Uplink
port can be used at one time.
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While a Category-3 or -4 cable may initially
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