What is 10Base5?
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What is 10Base5?
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10Base5 is an IEEE standard for baseband Ethernet coaxial cable. It transfers data at 10Mbps, which can travel a maximum distance of 500 meters. 10Base5 is also known as thick Ethernet, ThickWire, and ThickNet. The characteristics of 10Base5 are summarized in the table given below:
| Cable diameter | 0.4 in. (1.01 cm) |
| Maximum segment length | 1,640 ft. (500 m) |
| Maximum network length (with 4 repeaters) | 8,200 ft. (2,500 m) |
| Maximum connections (taps) per segment | 100 |
| Minimum connection (tap) spacing | 8.2 ft. (2.5 m) |
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