Transceivers, Connectors, and Cables
Transceiver and Cable Specifications
To determine which transceivers, adapters, and cables are supported by this switch, see https://www.cisco.com/
c/en/us/support/interfaces-modules/transceiver-modules/products-device-support-tables-list.html.
To see the transceiver specifications and installation information, see
https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/interfaces-modules/transceiver-modules/products-device-support-tables-list.html.
RJ-45 Connectors
The RJ-45 connector connects Category 3, Category 5, Category 5e, Category 6, or Category 6A foil twisted-pair
or unshielded twisted-pair cable from the external network to the following module interface connectors:
•
Switch chassis
◦
CONSOLE port
◦
MGMT ETH port
To comply with GR-1089 intrabuilding, lightning immunity requirements, you must use a foil twisted-pair
(FTP) cable that is properly grounded at both ends.
Caution
The following figure shows the RJ-45 connector.
Figure 1: RJ-45 Connector
Pin 22Pin 11
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System Specifications
Transceivers, Connectors, and Cables