CHAPTER 2

CABLING REQUIREMENTS

This chapter describes the cabling requirements for the BRIM-E100. The network must meet the requirements and conditions specified in this chapter to obtain satisfactory performance from this equipment. Failure to follow these guidelines could result in poor network performance.

2.1 UTP CABLE SPECIFICATIONS

The BRIM-E100 with an FE-100TX Fast Ethernet Interface Module installed provides an RJ45 connection that supports Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cabling. The device at the other end of the twisted pair segment must meet IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX specifications in order for the devices to operate properly at 100 Mbps. Use Category 5 UTP cabling for networks operating at 100 Mbps. Category 3, 4, or 5 UTP cabling may be used for networks operating at 10 Mbps.

NOTE

The BRIM-E100 with an FE-100TX Fast Ethernet Interface Module installed is capable of operating at either 10 or 100 Mbps. The FE-100TX automatically senses the speed of the other device and adjusts its speed accordingly.

When connecting a 100BASE-TX Twisted Pair Segment to the BRIM-E100 twisted pair network port, the network must meet the following requirements:

Length

The IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX standard requires that 100BASE-TX devices be capable of transmitting over a 100 meter (328 foot) link using Category 5 UTP cable or Category 3, 4, or 5 cable for 10 Mbps operation.

Impedance

Unshielded Twisted Pair cables typically have an impedance from 85 to 110 ohms.

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BRIM-E100 specifications

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