10/100 Dual-Speed Switch User’s Guide
Connecting The Switch
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This chapter describes how to connect the DES-1008D switch to
your Ethernet/Fast Ethernet network.
Cables
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The EIA/TIA 568 Wiring Standard imposes a 100 meter
limit on horizontal runs of twisted-pair cables; in this
case, from the switch to any other device.
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10 Mbps Ethernet connections must use Category 3 or
better twisted-pair cabling fitted with RJ-45
connectors.
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100 Mbps Fast Ethernet connections must use shielded
twisted pair (STP) or Category 5 or better unshielded
twisted-pair (UTP) cables fitted with Category 5 RJ-45
connectors.
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Cat 5 UTP cables use the same RJ-45 connector used
with 10BASE-T, wired in the same configuration.
Please note that the punch-down blocks in the wiring
closet must also be Category 5 certified. Where these
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