Appendix B Cabling / Connection - Maxcom BRV111 User Manual

Appendix B Cabling / Connection

Network cables connect PCs in an Ethernet network Category 5, called "Cat5" for short is commonly used type of
network cable today.
Cat 5 cables are tipped with RJ-45 connectors, which fit into RJ-45 port.
Straight-through vs. Crossover Cables:
Straight-through
Wire
1
2
3
6
LAN Connection:
Becomes
1
2
3
6
Straight-through
Wire
1
2
3
6
73
Becomes
1
2
3
6