OT Systems ET2111 series - Manual (Page 12)

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4.2 Connecting to Your Network
Cable Type & Length
It is necessary to follow the cable specifications below when connecting the switch 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 (50 or 62.5μm) 2 km
100Base-FX SC, ST 100/200 Mbps SMF (9 or 10μm) 20km
Cabling
Step 1: First, ensure the power of the Switch 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 previous section for cabling requirements based on connectors and speed.
Step 4: Connect one end of the cable to the Switch 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
Switch is operational.
4.2.1 The 10/100Base-TX Connector
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.