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Connecting Network Devices
The TigerAccess 10/100 switch is designed to interconnect multiple
segments (or collision domains). It can be connected to network cards in
PCs and servers, as well as to hubs, switches or routers. It may also be
connected to devices using optional SFP transceivers.
Twisted-Pair Devices
Each device requires an unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable with RJ-45
connectors at both ends. Use Category 5, 5e or 6 cable for 1000BASE-T
connections, Category 5 or better for 100BASE-TX connections, and
Category 3 or better for 10BASE-T connections.
Cabling Guidelines
The RJ-45 ports on the switch support au tomatic MDI/MDI-X pinout
configuration, so you can use standard straight-through twisted-pair cables
to connect to any other network device (PCs, ser vers, switches, routers, or
hubs).
See Appendix B for further information on cabling.