SMC Networks SMC8724ML3, SMC8748ML3 manual Ethernet Cabling, RJ-45 Connections

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INSTALLING THE SWITCH

Ethernet Cabling

To ensure proper operation when installing the switches into a network, make sure that the current cables are suitable for 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 1000BASE-T operation. Check the following criteria against the current installation of your network:

•Cable type: Unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or shielded twisted pair (STP) cables with RJ-45 connectors; Category 3 or better for 10BASE-T, Category 5 or better for 100BASE-TX, and Category 5, 5e or 6 for 1000BASE-T.

•Protection from radio frequency interference emissions

•Electrical surge suppression

•Separation of electrical wires (switch related or other) and electromagnetic fields from data based network wiring

•Safe connections with no damaged cables, connectors or shields

RJ-45 Connector

Figure 3-1 RJ-45 Connections

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Contents TigerStack Page TigerStack Installation Guide Trademarks Limited Warranty SMC Networks, Inc Tesla Irvine, CA Compliances FCC Class aIndustry Canada Class a Japan Vcci Class aCE Mark Declaration of Conformance for EMI and Safety EEC Safety Compliance Power Cord SafetyAustralia AS/NZS 3548 1995 Class a Warnhinweis Faseroptikanschlüsse Optische SicherheitPower Cord Set Vii France et Pérou uniquementViii SchukoEnvironmental Statement Audience PurposeRelated Publications Table of Contents Making Network Connections XiiAppendices XiiiTables XivFigures Xvi FiguresChapter About Tigerstack OverviewSwitch Architecture Front PanelsNetwork Management Options Description of Hardware10/100/1000BASE-T Ports SFP Slots Stacking PortsPort and System Status LEDs Port LEDs Port Status LEDsSystem Status LEDs Optional Redundant Power Unit Power Supply SocketsOptional Media Extender Modules Extender Module LEDs10G Xenpak Module Module LEDsFeatures and Benefits ConnectivityExpandability PerformanceManagement Introduction to Switching Chapter Network PlanningApplication Examples Collapsed BackboneNetwork Aggregation Plan Network Aggregation PlanRemote Connections with Fiber Cable Remote Connections with Fiber CableMaking Vlan Connections Making Vlan ConnectionsUsing Layer 3 Routing IP Routing for Unicast TrafficApplication Notes Network Planning Installing the Switch Selecting a SiteEthernet Cabling RJ-45 ConnectionsPackage Contents Equipment ChecklistOptional Rack-Mounting Equipment Mounting Rack MountingAttaching the Brackets Montage Rack Mounting German Rack-MontageDesktop or Shelf Mounting Attaching the Adhesive FeetInstalling an Optional Module into the Switch Installing an Optional ModuleInstalling an Optional SFP Transceiver into the Switch Inserting an SFP Transceiver into a SlotConnecting Switches in a Stack Making Stacking Connections Stacking Topologies Connecting to a Power Source Power SocketWiring Map for Serial Cable Connecting to the Console PortWiring Map for Serial Cable Connecting Network Devices Chapter Making Network ConnectionsTwisted-Pair Devices Cabling GuidelinesConnecting to PCs, Servers, Hubs and Switches Making Twisted-Pair ConnectionsNetwork Wiring Connections Wiring Closet ConnectionsFiber Optic SFP Devices Gbps Fiber Optic Connections Making Connections to SFP TransceiversConnecting to Xenpak Transceiver Connectivity Rules 1000BASE-T Cable RequirementsGbps Ethernet Collision Domain Maximum 10GBASE-SR 10 Gigabit Ethernet Cable LengthMbps Gigabit Ethernet Collision Domain Mbps Fast Ethernet Collision Domain Mbps Ethernet Collision DomainMaximum 1000BASE-ZX Fiber Optic Cable Length Maximum Fast Ethernet Cable LengthCable Labeling and Connection Records Diagnosing Switch Indicators Appendix a TroubleshootingTable A-1 Troubleshooting Chart Diagnosing Power Problems with the LEDs Table A-2 Power/RPU LEDsInstallation Power and Cooling ProblemsIn-Band Access Stack Troubleshooting Appendix B Cables Twisted-Pair Cable and Pin Assignments10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Pin Assignments Table B-1 10/100BASE-TX MDI and MDI-X Port PinoutsStraight-Through Wiring Figure B-2 Straight-through WiringCrossover Wiring Figure B-3 Crossover Wiring1000BASE-T Pin Assignments Cable Testing for Existing Category 5 CableTable B-2 1000BASE-T MDI and MDI-X Port Pinouts Adjusting Existing Category 5 Cabling to Run 1000BASE-T Fiber StandardsAppendix C Specifications Physical CharacteristicsSwitching Database WeightTemperature Power SupplySwitch Features Management FeaturesSafety StandardsCompliances CE Mark EmissionsExtender Modules Warranty10G Extender Module Xenpak Specifications Table D-1 TigerStack 1000 Products and Accessories Appendix D Ordering InformationOrdering Information Glossary-1 Glossary1000BASE-T Glossary-2 Glossary-3 Glossary-4 Glossary-5 Glossary-6 Index Index-1Index-2 Index-3 Index-4 Page For Technical SUPPORT, Call