On Thu, 23 Mar 2000, Riley Williams wrote:
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> For reference, the pairs used for Token Ring are 3&6 one way and
> 4&5 the other - as far as I know, 7&8 aren't used for anthing...
RJ45/CAT5 building wiring systems are often used for other than other
than ethernet/token ring. The full 4 pairs are used for RS232 systems (I
have a nice little collection of D25 - RJ45 converters) and I think 7-8
are used for POTS systems (It's all sorted in the IT services room)0.
> > If you need a cable redone, let me know or bring it along
> > tonight.
>
> Out of curiosity, where is "bring it along tonight" referring to?
Yes, I have several dozen with one end (or the other) pulled off :-)
> Best wishes from Riley GM7GOD / KB8PPG.
Yes, likewise from Geoff G8GNZ ex PA9AJZ
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