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Types of Ethernet Cable Used with GigE Cameras

Hardware: Image Acquisition (IMAQ)

Problem:
Do I need a standard Cat-5 Ethernet cable to connect my GigE Camera directly to my network card, or do I need a crossover cable?

Solution:
Either cable will work when directly connecting a GigE camera to your computer's network card; the NI-IMAQdx driver has built-in functionality to determine which cable you are using. When connecting the camera to a hub, router, or switch elsewhere on your network, you must use a standard cable (straight-through) which does not cross over.

Related Links:
NI Developer Zone: Troubleshooting GigE cameras

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Report Date: 09/26/2006
Last Updated: 01/19/2009
Document ID: 41P9I2IZ

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