Installing network cables – Longshine LCS-GS9428 User Manual
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Installing Network Cables
1. Crossover or straight-through cable: All the ports on the switch
support Auto-MDI/MDI-X functionality. Both straight-through or
crossover cables can be used as the media to connect the switch with
PCs as well as other devices like switches, hubs or router.
2. Category 3,4,5 or 5eUTP/STP cable: To make a valid connection and
obtain the optimal performance. An appropriate cable that corresponds
to different transmitting/receiving speed is required. To choose a
suitable cable, please refer to the following table.
Media
Speed
Wiring
10Mbps
Category 3,4,5 Utp/STP
100Mbps
Category 5 UTP/STP
10/100/1000Mbps
copper
1000Mbps
Category 5,5e UTP/STP
1000Mbps Fiber
(Mini GBIC required)
1000Mbps
The cable type differs from the
mini-GBIC you choose. Please refer to
the instruction came with your
mini-GBIC.