Dell Broadcom NetXtreme Family of Adapters User Manual page 156

Using Broadcom Advanced Control Suite 4: Broadcom NetXtreme II Network Adapter User Guide
Distance
The valid cable length in meters (except when the Noise result is returned).
Status
The result of the analysis for the indicated pair.
Good. Good cable/PCB signal paths, but no gigabit link.
Crossed. Pin short or crosstalk along two or more cable/PCB signal paths.
Open. One or both pins are open for a twisted pair.
Short. Two pins from the same twisted pair are shorted together.
Noise. Persistent noise present (most likely caused by Forced 10/100).
GB Link. Gigabit link is up and running.
N/A. Algorithm failed to reach a conclusion.
Link
The link connection speed and mode.
Status
The status after the test is run, either completed or failed.
There are several factors that could have an effect on the test results:
Link partner. Various switch and hub manufacturers implement different PHYs. Some PHYs are not IEEE compliant.
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