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Installing Ethernet Networks
2-1 Selecting the Network Devices ..................................................................... 2-2
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Recommended Network Devices ................................................................... 2-2
2-1-2 Ethernet Switch Types .................................................................................... 2-3
2-1-3 Ethernet Switch Functions .............................................................................. 2-3
2-1-4 Precautions for Ethernet Switch Selection...................................................... 2-4
2-2 Network Installation .......................................................................................2-7
2-2-1 Basic Installation Precautions......................................................................... 2-7
2-2-2 Recommended Network Devices ................................................................... 2-7
2-2-3 Precautions When Laying Twisted-pair Cable ................................................ 2-7
2-2-4 Precautions When Installing and Connecting Ethernet Switches ..................2-11
2-3 Connecting to the Network.......................................................................... 2-13
2-3-1 Ethernet Connectors..................................................................................... 2-13
2-3-2 Connecting the Cable ................................................................................... 2-13
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NJ/NX-series CPU Unit Built-in EtherNet/IP Port User’s Manual (W506)
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