PACSystems Ethernet Switch SLM042 User Manual Section 4
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Section 4: Cables
4.1 Ethernet Cables
The SLM042 series switches have standard Ethernet ports. According to the link type, these
switches use CAT 3, 4, 5,5e UTP cables to connect to any other network device (PCs, servers,
switches, routers, or hubs). Please refer to the following table for cable specifications.
Cable Types and Specifications
4.1.1 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Pin Assignments
With 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T cable, pins 1 and 2 are used for transmitting data, and pins 3 and
6 are used for receiving data.
RJ-45 Pin Assignments