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C-4 Compaq NC3131 Fast Ethernet Server Adapter User Guide
NC7132 1000BASE-T (Gigabit over Copper) Upgrade Module
Table C-7
NC7132 Gigabit over Copper Upgrade Module
Specification Description
Network Controller Chipset Intel 82543GC MAC
Standards Supported IEEE 802.3ab, 802.1p, 802.1z, 802.3u
Connector and Distances One RJ-45, 100 meters on Category 5 (or better); for new
installations, Category 5e is recommended
Dimensions 6.2 x 3.9 inches (L x W)
Agency Approvals See product marking for FCC rating. See Table C-1 for
all other Agency approvals.
Power Requirements 2879 mA @5V maximum
UTP Cable Specifications
Table C-8
UTP Cable Specifications
Adapter
or
Module
Connection
Speed
(10 Mb/s)
Connection
Speed
(100 Mb/s)
Connection Speed
(1000 Mb/s, Gigabit
over Copper)
Wire EIA/TIA Distance
NC3131 Category 3, 4,
or 5 Category 5 22-26 AWG,
100
Ω @ 1 MHz
568a or
568b 100 meters
NC3135 Category 3, 4,
or 5 Category 5 22-26 AWG,
100
Ω @ 1 MHz
568a or
568b 100 meters
NC7132 Category 5 or better 22-26 AWG,
100
Ω @ 1 MHz
568a or
568b 100 meters
Using UTP Category 5 Cable in Gigabit over Copper Installations
For Gigabit over copper installations, UTP Category 5 or better 1000BASE-T cable must
comply with the IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T standard. For new installations, Category 5e
(enhanced Category 5) or better cable is recommended.