DSS Networks 5161 - Manual (Page 17)

GigMAC PMC and PCI Board and Driver Users Manual
Insert the fiber optic cable into the SC or LC type connector until the self-locking
tab clicks into position. Connect the opposite end in to a 1000 Base SX switch.
Two types of cables are used when connecting the GigMac fiber controller to the
network. A workstation or "straight through" cable is typically used to connect
Ethernet adapters to switches. A fiber “crossover” cable may also be used to
connect controllers back-to-back. This configuration is useful for loopback and/or
diagnostic purposes or when a switch is not available.
9.2 COPPER RJ-45 CONNECTOR AND CABLE
Connecting Copper RJ-45 Models 5161, 5162, 5261-RJ, 5262-RJ,
5164, 6161, 6162
This section explains how to connect the GigMac controller to the external
network using the standard Category 5, 5e or 6 cables. The maximum cable
length is typically 100 meters or 328 feet.
Insert the Category 5 or 5e cable into the RJ-45 connector until the self-locking
tab clicks into position. Connect the opposite end in to a 10/100 or 10/100/1000
Base T switch. Two types of cables are used when connecting the GigMac
controller to the network. A workstation or "straight through" cable is typically
used to connect Ethernet adapters to switches. A “crossover” cable may also be
used to connect controllers back-to-back. This configuration is useful for
diagnostic purposes or when a hub or switch is not available. However, it is not
recommended for extended use, as it violates the IEEE specification for 10 Mbit,
100 Mbit and 1000 Mbit Ethernet networks.
Note(1): GigMAC Models 5161, 5162, 5164, 6161 and 6162 support “auto-
MDIX” mode where a crossover cable is not required when directly attaching two
controllers.
Note(2): Cables used for Gigabit networks must use all 8 wires. In 10 and 100
modes, wires are dedicated for transmit or receive while in Gigabit mode, data is
transmitted and received over all 4-pairs.
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