Connecting The Switch To Ethernet Ports; Rj45 Ethernet Cable Wiring - Advantage EKI-5000 Series User Manual

3. Hold the handle on the transceiver and pull the transceiver out of the slot.
Replace the dust plug on the slot if you are not installing a transceiver. The dust
plug protects hardware from dust contamination.

2.5. Connecting the Switch to Ethernet Ports

2.5.1 RJ45 Ethernet Cable Wiring

For RJ45 connectors, data-quality, twisted pair cabling (rated CAT5 or better) is recom-
mended. The connector bodies on the RJ45 Ethernet ports are metallic and connected to
the GND terminal. For best performance, use shielded cabling. Shielded cabling may be
used to provide further protection.
Table 2-1. RJ45 Ethernet Wiring for Reference
Straight-thru Cable Wiring
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Pin 6
Maximum cable length: 100 meters (328 ft.) for 10/100/1000BaseT.
Figure 2-10. Removing an SFP Transceiver
Cross-over Cable Wiring
Pin 1 Pin 1
Pin 2 Pin 2
Pin 3 Pin 3
Pin 6 Pin 6
Figure 2-11. Ethernet Plug & Connector Pin Position
Handle
Pin 3
Pin 6
Pin 1
Pin 2
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