3com TokenLink VelocityTM XL PCI Network Interface Card User Manual

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Figure A-2   RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments
Cable Requirements 
The 3C359 NIC supports industry-standard token ring 
cabling that meets IEEE 802.5 specifications.
Connect shielded twisted-pair (STP) cables (type 1 or 6) to 
the 3C359 NIC’s DB-9 connector (Figure A-1). 
Connect unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cables (category 3, 
4, or 5) to the 3C359 NIC’s RJ-45 connector (Figure A-2). 
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7
6 TX
5 RX
4 RX
3 TX
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1
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16
Data
4 Mbps
16 Mbps
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