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Figure 167 Ethernet cable

Ethernet cables fall into standard (straight-through) cables and crossover cables.

Standard cable: The sequences of colored wires at the two RJ45 connectors crimped to the twisted pair cable are completely the same. Standard cables are used to connect terminal devices such as PC and router to hubs or LAN Switches.

Crossover cable: The sequences of colored wires at the two RJ45 connectors crimped to the twisted pair cable are different. Crossover cables are used to connect terminal devices such as PC and router to terminal devices.

For the connection, identification, and preparation of these two types of cables, refer Low-End and Mid-Range Series Routers Cable Manual.

Connecting an Interface Follow the steps below to connect an interface cable:

Cable

1If you want to connect the router to a PC or another router, use a crossover cable. If you want to connect the router to a hub or LAN Switch, use a straight-through cable. Connect one end to an Ethernet interface of the router and the other end to the PC, the other router, the hub, or the LAN switch.

2Check the status of the LEDs on the panels after power-on. If the LINK LED is ON, a link is present. If the LINK LED is OFF, no link is present and in this case you should check the line.

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