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7 Wiring
NX-series EtherCAT Coupler Unit User’s Manual (W519)
7-1 EtherCAT Network Wiring
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7-1-4 Connecting Communications Cables and Connectors
Use straight connections for the communications cables and connectors, as shown below.
There are two connection methods for Ethernet cables: T568A and T568B.
The T568A connection method is shown in the above figure, but the T568B connection method
can also be used.
7-1-4 Connecting Communications Cables and Connectors
White-Green
Green
White-Orange
Blue
White-Blue
Orange
White-Brown
Brown
Hood
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Shield
*1
Wire color
Pin No.
White-Green
Green
White-Orange
Blue
White-Blue
Orange
White-Brown
Brown
Hood
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Shield
*1
Wire color
Pin No.
*1. Connect the cable shield wire to the connector hood at both ends of the cable.