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GigMAC-PMC and PCI 
GigPMC Switch  
 
Board and Driver Users Manual 
DSS NETWORKS, INC. 
Version: 2.6 
  Page: 27 
Connecting Fiber optic Model 6267-SFP, 5261-LC, 5262-LC, 5263-SFP 
 
This section explains how to connect the fiber cards to the external network using 
standard fiber optic cables. Typically 50 or 62.5 micron multimode fiber optic cables with 
LC or SC type connectors are used depending on the connector option. For extended 
distance, single-mode fiber can be used in models equipped with extended range 
single-mode connectors. 
 
Insert the fiber optic cable into the SC or LC type connector until the self-locking tab 
clicks into position. Connect the opposite end in to a 1000 Base SX switch. Two types of 
cables are used when connecting the fiber cards to the network. A workstation or 
"straight through" cable is typically used to connect Ethernet adapters to switches. A 
fiber “crossover” cable may also be used to connect controllers back-to-back. This 
configuration is useful for loopback and/or diagnostic purposes or when a switch is not 
available.  
 
 
9.2 COPPER RJ-45 CONNECTOR AND CABLE 
 
Connecting Copper RJ-45 Models 5261-RJ, 5262-RJ, 5164, 5468, 6468, 
6162, 6267-SFP, 5263-SFP (copper models)  
 
This section explains how to connect the adapter cards to the external network using 
the standard Category 5e, 5e or 6 cables. The maximum cable length is typically 100 
meters or 328 feet.  
 
Insert the Category 5e cable into the RJ-45 connector until the self-locking tab clicks 
into position. Connect the opposite end in to a 10/100 or 10/100/1000 Base T switch. 
Two types of cables are used when connecting the adapter cards to the network. A 
workstation or "straight through" cable is typically used to connect Ethernet adapters to 
switches. A “crossover” cable may also be used to connect controllers back-to-back. 
This configuration is useful for diagnostic purposes or when a hub or switch is not 
available. However, it is not recommended for extended use, as it violates the IEEE 
specification for 10 Mbit, 100 Mbit and 1000 Mbit Ethernet networks. 
 
Note(1): Models 5164, 5264, 5261-RJ, 5262-RJ, 5468, 6468 and 6162 and 6267-RJ 
support “auto-MDIX” mode where a crossover cable is not required when directly 
attaching two controllers. 
 
Note(2)
: Cables used for Gigabit networks must use all 8 wires. In 10 and 100 modes, 
wires are dedicated for transmit or receive while in Gigabit mode, data is transmitted 
and received over all 4-pairs.