Mdi-x to mdi cable connections, Mdi-x to mdi-x cable connections, Figure 85 – Nortel Networks 1000ASE-XD User Manual

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Appendix D Connectors and pin assignments

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Using the BayStack 420 10/100/1000 Switch

MDI-X to MDI cable connections

BayStack 420 Switch switches use MDI-X ports that allow you to connect directly
to end stations without using crossover cables (

Figure 85

).

Figure 85 MDI-X to MDI cable connections

MDI-X to MDI-X cable connections

If you are connecting the BayStack 420 Switch to a device that also implements
MDI-X ports, use a crossover cable (

Figure 86

).

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MDI-X port

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End station

Straight-through cable

MDI port

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R

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BS45056A

BayStack 420

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