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The Ethernet interface connector uses an 8-pin, non-keyed modular plug.
—To connect the ReachDSL modem to an
Ethernet hub, use the straight-through
connection.
8-Pin Straight-through Connection
–or–
—To connect the ReachDSL modem directly to a PC with an Ethernet NIC card,
use an Ethernet crossover cable.
Pin # Function
1 10BaseT TX D+
2 10BaseT TX D–
3 10BaseT RX D+
4 & 5 Not used
6 10BaseT RX D–
7 & 8 Not used
98-16055a
8-Pin
Plug
Ethernet
Cable
Pin #1
Pin #8
10/100BaseT TX D+
10/100BaseT TX D–
10/100BaseT RX D+
Not Used
Not Used
10/100BaseT RX D–
Not Used
Not Used
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
10/100BaseT TX D+
10/100BaseT TX D–
10/100BaseT RX D+
Not Used
Not Used
10/100BaseT RX D–
Not Used
Not Used

Function Pin # FunctionPin #

8-Pin Ethernet Crossover Cable

99-16518

Pin #1/2 = Orange/White

Twisted Pair Pin #3/6 = Blue/White

Twisted Pair