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4.2 Connecting to Your Network
4.2.1 Cable Type & Length
It is necessary to follow the cable specifications below when connecting the Media
Converter to your network. Use appropriate cables that meet your speed and cabling
requirements.
Cable Specifications
Speed Connector Port Speed
Half/Full Duplex
Cable Max.
Distance
10Base-T RJ-45 10/20 Mbps 2-pair UTP/STP Cat. 3, 4, 5 100 m
100Base-TX RJ-45 100/200 Mbps 2-pair UTP/STP Cat. 5 100 m
100Base-FX SC, ST 100/200 Mbps MMF (62.5μm) 2 km
100Base-FX SC, ST 100/200 Mbps SMF (9 or 10μm) 20km
4.2.2 Cabling
Step 1: First, ensure the power of the Media Converter and end devices are turned off.
Always ensure that the power is off before any installation.
Step 2: Prepare cable with corresponding connectors for each type of port in use.
Step 3: Consult the cabling requirements based on connectors and speed.
Step 4: Connect one end of the cable to the Media Converter and the other end to a desired device.
Step 5: Once the connections between two end devices are made successfully, turn on the power and the
Media Converter is operational.
4.2.3 The 10/100Base-TX Connector/Cabling
A standard straight through cable is used for the connection between the Ethernet switch and
device. The products feature an auto-MDIX capability. For the details, Please see Appendix A for
your reference.