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2 10/100base-tx fast ethernet ports – Xerox KS-801 User Manual

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10/100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet Switched Ports

Each switched port supports one connection to a LAN segments. Each
segment is an independent shared network in one collision-domain.
The connection can be to either a 10BASE-T or a 100BASE-TX device.

MDI-X and MDI RJ-45 Connectors

MDI-X jack is labeled [X] normally to indicate the jack is designed
with internal crossover function. It allows a connection to an end
station using straight-through UTP cable. MDI RJ-45 connector is
provided for easy uplink via standard straight-through UTP to
other device that supports MDI-X RJ-45 connector. The following
table shows the pin assignments of MDI-X and MDI RJ-45
connector respectively:

PIN#

MDI-X Jacks MDI Jack

1

Rx+

Tx+

2

Rx-

Tx-

3

Tx+

Rx+

6

Tx-

Rx-

4,5,7,8

NC

NC

Crossover SW

This push button switch is dedicated for Port #9 RJ-45 jack. When
pushing ON, Port #9 RJ-45 is set to MDI type.

Crossover SW

Port #9 RJ-45

OFF

MDI-X

ON

MDI

100 Fiber Slot

Optional fiber connectivity support for Port #9. This can not be used
with RJ-45 9X jack at the same time. Refer to section 3.3.