Accton Technology SwitcHub-2se Installation Manual page 55

Fast SwitcHub-2se User's Guide
MDI-X Port (Medium Dependent Interface - Crossed)
This RJ-45 port, which crosses the receive and transmit signals internally, can be used
with straight-through cable to connect the switch to any workstation or server that has a
properly installed network adapter card. Pin-out assignments are shown in Appendix B.
RJ-45 Connector
Most common terminator for twisted-pair wiring.
Shielded Twisted-Pair (STP)
Twisted-pair wire covered with an external aluminum-foil or woven-copper shield
designed to reduce excessive noise pick up or radiation.
Station Port
The SwitcHub MDI-X port or the fiber optic port can be used for connecting the switch
to any workstation or server that has a properly installed network adapter card.
Unshielded Twisted-Pair (UTP)
Cable composed of two insulated wires twisted together to reduce electrical
interference; used in common telephone cord.
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