Cisco Systems 2960 specifications Connector and Cable Specifications, Connector Specifications

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Connector and Cable Specifications

This appendix describes the Catalyst 2960 switch ports and the cables and adapters that you use to connect the switch to other devices and includes these sections:

•Connector Specifications, page A-1

•Cable and Adapter Specifications, page A-4

Connector Specifications

These sections describe the connectors used with the Catalyst 2960 switch:

•10/100/1000 Ports, page A-1

•SFP Module Ports, page A-3

•Dual-Purpose Ports, page A-3

•Console Port, page A-4

10/100/1000 Ports

The 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports on the Catalyst 2960 switch use standard RJ-45 connectors. Figure A-1shows the pinout.

Note The auto-MDIX feature is enabled by default. For configuration information for this feature, see the switch software configuration guide or the switch command reference.

Connecting to 10BASE-T- and 100BASE-TX-Compatible Devices

When connecting the ports to 10BASE-T- and 100BASE-TX-compatible devices, such as servers, workstations, and routers, you can use a two or four twisted-pair, straight-through cable wired for 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX. Figure A-5shows the two twisted-pair, straight-through cable schematics. Figure A-7shows the four twisted-pair, straight-through cable schematics.

Catalyst 2960 Switch Hardware Installation Guide

OL-7075-05 A-1