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0Which statement is correct about straight-through cables and crossover cables?
Answer Options
A
Crossover cables are wired with pins 1 through 8 on one side and 8 through 1 on the other side.
B
Crossover cables are wired with the 568B specification on both sides.
C
Straight-through cables are wired with the 568B specification on one side and the 568A specification on the other side.
D
Crossover cables are wired with the 568B specification on one side and the 568A specification on the other side.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation
Crossover cables are wired with the 568B specification on one side, and on the other side, the 568A specification is used. This change in wiring delivers the TX pair on pins 3 and 6 to the RX pair on pins 1 and 2. Straight-through cables are wired with the 568B specification on both sides.
cabling
ethernet
568a-568b