SMC Networks TigerAccess SMC7816M - Manual (Page 651)

SWITCHPORT MDIX
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• copper-forced - Always uses the built-in RJ-45 port.
• sfp-forced - Always uses the SFP port (even if module not
installed).
• sfp-preferred-auto - Uses SFP port if both combination types
are functioning and the SFP port has a valid link.
Default Setting
sfp-preferred-auto
Command Mode
Interface Configuration (Ethernet - Ports 17-18)
Example
This forces the switch to use the built-in RJ-45 port for the combination
port 18.
switchport mdix
This command sets pinout configuration to automatic detection or fixed
mode for MDI/MDI-X signaling on the Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports.
Use the no form to restore the default mode.
Syntax
switchport mdix {auto | normal | crossover}
no switchport mdix
• auto – Automatically detects the pinout configuration of the
attached device, and negotiates with the link partner to determine
which side will adjust the pinout signals if required to ensure a
proper connection.
• normal – Specifies a fixed setting for MDI (i.e., straight-through).
• crossover – Specifies a fixed setting for MDI-X (i.e., crossover).
Default Setting
auto
Console(config)#interface ethernet 1/18
Console(config-if)#media-type copper-forced
Console(config-if)#