Specifications

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Table D-3. 100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 Plug and RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments
Conclusion
For optimum performance of your 1000BASE-T product, it is important to fully qualify your
cable installation and ensure it meets or exceeds ANSI/EIA/TIA-568-A:1995 or ISO/IEC
11801:1995 Category 5 specifications. Install Category 5e cable where possible, including
patch panel cables. Minimize transition points, jacket removal, and untwist lengths. Bundling
of cables must be properly installed to meet the requirements in ANSI/EIA/TIA-568A-3.
PIN CHANNEL DESCRIPTION
1
2
A Rx/Tx Data +
Rx/Tx Data
3
6
B Rx/Tx Data +
Rx/Tx Data
4
5
C Rx/Tx Data +
Rx/Tx Data
7
8
D Rx/Tx Data +
Rx/Tx Data