Figure 3-36
Skew plastic separators
Step 5
Hold the connector with the side facing towards you, and check whether you can see the cross-
sections of the wires. Ensure that the ends of the wires are in good contact with the edge of the
RJ45, and that the contact strip blade extends beyond the ends of the wires and is crimped with
the wires. If not, replace the connector.
shows an unqualified piece.
Figure 3-37
Wires not in good contact with the edge of the RJ45
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3.3.4 Testing the Connection of Assembled Cables
This topic describes how to test an assembled Ethernet cable, ensuring that the connectors and
wires at both ends are correctly connected. This topic illustrates how to test a straight-through
cable.
Context
Huawei provides two types of Ethernet cables: straight-through cables and crossover cables.
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Straight-through cables are connected in a one-to-one manner. They are used to connect
terminals such as a computer to network devices.
wires in a straight-through cable.
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