User guide

Types/Connectors
Fast Network 100 User Guide Page A-3
A.2 TYPES/CONNECTORS
Depending on the type of FN100 you’re using, you’ll need to use specific
cables, as described in the IEEE 802.3u specification, shown in the table
below:
A.3 CABLE SPECIFICATIONS
A.3.1 10BASE-T Cable Specifications
Table A-1 Cable Types and Connectors
Cable Type Male Connector
10-BASE-T
Twisted-Pair (UTP)
Category 3, 4, 5 8-pin RJ45
100BASE-TX
Twisted-Pair (UTP)
Category 5
100 Ohm UTP,
22-26 AWG
0.4 - 0.6 mm
2 pairs
8-pin RJ45
Duplex Fiber 62.5/125 micron core ST
Twisted-Pair
(Management port)
150 Ohm STP 9-pin DB9
Table A-2 10BASE-T Twisted-Pair Cable Specifications
10BASE-T Twisted-Pair Cable Specifications
Type Category 3, 4, 5
Number of Pairs 2
Max. Link Segment Length 100 meters
Min. Link Segment Length 0
Max. Number of Attachments 2