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SmartNode 5541 & 4141 Series User Manual
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• Cabling
Introduction
This section provides information on the cables used to connect the SmartNode device to the existing network
infrastructure and to third party products.
Ethernet
Ethernet devices (10/100/1000 Base-T) are connected to the SmartNode over a cable with RJ-45 plugs. All
Ethernet ports on the SmartNode device are Auto-MDX. Use any straight or crossover cable to a host, hubs,
switches, PCs or other devices.
Note
Connecting both Ethernet ports to the same switch will only work if the
switch has a separate ARP table for each connection.
Figure 15. Typical Ethernet straight-through cable diagram for 10/100Base-T
Figure 16. Typical Ethernet straight-through cable diagram for 1000Base-T
The interconnecting cables shall be acceptable for external use
an shall be rated for the proper application with respect to volt-
age, current, anticipated temperature, flammability, and
mechanical serviceability.
CAUTION
RJ-45, male
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RJ-45, male
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