Section 3
Connecting the Switch
Switch to End Node
Switch to Hub or Switch
Connecting To Network Backbone or Server
NOTE: All high-performance NWay Ethernet ports can support both MDI-II
and MDI-X connections.
Switch to End Node
End nodes include PCs outfitted with a 10, 100 or 1000 Mbps RJ-45 Ethernet/Fast Ethernet Network Interface Card
(NIC) and most routers.
An end node can be c onnected to the S witch via a t wisted-pair Category 3, 4, or 5 UTP/STP c able. The end node
should be connected to any of the ports of the Switch.
Figure 3- 1. The Switch connected to an end node
The Link/Act LEDs for each UTP port will light green or amber when the link is valid. A blinking LED indicates packet
activity on that port.
Switch to Hub or Switch
These connections can be accomplished in a number of ways using a normal cable.
• A 10BASE-T hub or switch can be connected to the Switch via a twisted-pair Category 3, 4 or 5 UTP/STP
cable.
• A 100BASE-TX hub or switch can be connected to the Switch via a twisted -pair Category 5 UTP/STP cable.
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