Network Components Of The Ethernet/Ip Network - Mitsubishi Electric MELSEC Q Series User Manual

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
2.2.2
This section describes components used for the EtherNet/IP network configuration.
(1) Twisted pair cable (sold separately)
Straight cable of shielded twist pair (STP) cable
Straight cable of shielded twist pair (STP) cable
Straight cable of unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable
Remark
(2) Switching hub
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2.2.2 Network components of the EtherNet/IP network

Network components of the EtherNet/IP network
Use twisted pair cables that meet IEEE802.3 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T standards.
(a) At 100Mbps
Applicable cable
(b) At 10Mbps
Applicable cable
For details of wiring, refer to the following.
Section 5.7 Wiring
The EtherNet/IP module automatically distinguishes between 100BASE-TX and
10BASE-T according to the switching hub being used.
(a) Cascade connection
For details on the maximum number of levels in the cascade connection, check
with the manufacturer of the switching hub being used.
(b) When the switching hub does not have the auto-negotiation function
Set the hub to Half-duplex communication mode.
Table 2.3 Cables for 100Mbps
Table 2.4 Cables for 10Mbps
Remarks
•Category 5 or higher, RJ45 Jack
•Operation is not guaranteed when
crossing cables are used.
Remarks
•Category 3 (4,5), RJ45 Jack
•Operation is not guaranteed when
crossing cables are used.