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2.2. Connection of UTP Cable and Optical fiber
2.2.1. 10GBASE-T (Copper Wire)
10GBASE-T uses the same RJ45 connector that is the same as original 100M/1000Mbps Ethernet
network. Just plugging the RJ45 connector into the port of 10Gbps and it is ready to work. When
connected properly, the Link/ACT LED located under the RJ45 Port will be on accordingly. 10G UTP
need apply Cat6a or Cat7 cable.
2.2.2. 10GBASE-R (Optical Fiber)
Please see the figure down below for connecting the optical fiber, transceiver, and CT-10G-MC series’ SFP+
Port.
PLUG SFP+ transceiver into 10G Media converter