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This appendix provides general information about 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX
cabling and connections.
UTP Cable Length Limitations
All 10BASE-T/100BASE-T ports on the Model 5625HD switch module support
the maximum lengths for twisted pair cable that are specified in the IEEE 802.3
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet specification. This specification defines the
maximum segment length in terms of the performance characteristics of the cable
media, which can vary according to cable type. In most networks, cable runs are
less than 100 meters (m) to ensure that data is not distorted or lost.
For UTP links of #24 AWG cable between a network interface (transceiver or
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX network interface controller) and a hub or between
hubs, these performance specifications are normally met by a cable run of
100 m (330 ft) or less, including any patch cables and cross-connect cables.
The 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX standard specifies this length as a de sign objective.
The Model 5625HD switch module is designed to support a maximum cable
length of 100m .
Your cable plant can contain Cate gory 3 or 5 UTP cables, up to a m aximum le ngth
of 100 m between the end station and the Model 5625HD switch module. Use an
appropriate patch cable to connect your cable to this module. For additional
information, refer to Appendix A in Planning and Managing a System 5000
Network (see “Related Publications” in the Preface).