Fluke Data Acquisition System/Data Logging System 2680A - Manual (Page 31)

Getting Started
Host Computer and Network Preparation
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Direct connection between a single host computer and a single device with
10/100BaseT is possible, but you must use a special cable that has its transmit and
receive lines crossed.
RJ-45
10/100BaseT
Outlets
(Typical)
Instrument 1
Host
Computer 2
Host
Computer 1
Instrument 2
Instrument 3
Instrument 4
The typical general network configuration uses 10BaseT Twisted Pair Ethernet for interconnection
(shown).
10/100BaseT
Twisted-Pair
Ethernet Hub
(Not Supplied)
Connect to RJ-45
10/100BaseT Port
Twisted-Pair
Patch Cord
(Typical)
RJ-45
Interface
(Typical)
Patch Cord
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Figure 8. Interconnection Using 10/100BaseT (Twisted Pair) Wiring