G.SHDSL Mini-Physical Interface Module Cable Specifications
The G.SHDSL Mini-Physical Interface Module (Mini-PIM) requires different combination of RJ-45 cables depending upon the connection available on the patch panel.
Table 1 lists the cables that you can order from Juniper Networks to connect the G.SHDSL Mini-PIM.
Table 1: G.SHDSL Mini-PIM Cable Part Numbers
Connections | Details |
|---|---|
1X8–wire | Standard RJ-45 connector |
2X4–wire | RJ-45 connector that connects to two RJ-11 connectors (RJ-45 to 2 X RJ-11) |
4X2–wire | RJ-45 connector that connects to four RJ-11 connectors. (RJ-45 to 4 X RJ-11) |
The following topology diagrams show different G.SHDSL Mini-PIM connections:
Figure 1 shows the topology for G.SHDSL Mini-PIM operating in 4 X 2-wire mode.
Figure 1: G.SHDSL Mini-PIM Operating in 4 X 2-Wire Mode

Figure 2 shows the topology for G.SHDSL Mini-PIM operating in 2 X 4-wire mode.
Figure 2: G.SHDSL Mini-PIM Operating in 2 X 4-Wire Mode

Figure 3 shows the topology for G.SHDSL Mini-PIM operating in 1 X 8-wire mode.
Figure 3: G.SHDSL Mini-PIM Operating in 1 X 8-Wire Mode

RJ-45 Cable (RJ-45 to Four RJ-11 Connectors) Pin Assignment
Table 2 shows the pin assignments of the RJ-45 cable (RJ-45 to 4 X RJ-11).
Table 2: RJ-45 Cable (RJ-45 to Four RJ-11 Connectors) Pinout Details
RJ-45 Pin Number | Connections | RJ-11 Pin Number | Connections | Plug Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Tip 1 | 3 | Tip 1 of 1st port | P1 |
2 | Ring 1 | 4 | Ring 1 of 2nd port | |
3 | Tip 2 | 3 | Tip 2 of 3rd port | P2 |
4 | Tip 0 | 3 | Tip 0 of 1st port | |
5 | Ring 0 | 4 | Ring 0 of 1st port | P3 |
6 | Ring 2 | 4 | Ring 2 of 3rd port | |
7 | Tip 3 | 3 | Tip 3 of 4th port | P4 |
8 | Ring 3 | 4 | Ring 3 of 4th port |
Figure 4 shows the RJ-45 cable design that connects to four RJ-11 cable connections.
Figure 4: RJ-45 Cable Design (RJ–45 to Four RJ-11 Connectors)

RJ-45 Cable (RJ-45 to Two RJ-11 Connectors) Pin Assignment
Table 3 shows the pin assignments of the RJ-45 cable that connects to two RJ-11 connectors.
Table 3: RJ-45 Cable (RJ-45 to Two RJ-11 Connectors) Pinout Details
RJ-45 Pin Number | Signal | RJ-11 Pin Number | Signal Plug 1 | Signal Plug 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Tip 1 | 2 | Tip 1 of 1st port | - |
2 | Ring 1 | 5 | Ring 1 of 1st port | - |
3 | Tip 2 | 3 | - | Tip 2 of 2nd port |
4 | Tip 0 | 3 | Tip 0 of 1st port | - |
5 | Ring 0 | 4 | Ring 0 of 1st port | - |
6 | Ring 2 | 4 | - | Ring 2 of 2nd port |
7 | Tip 3 | 2 | - | Tip 3 of 2nd port |
8 | Ring 3 | 5 | - | Ring 3 of 2nd port |
Figure 5 shows the RJ-45 cable design that connects two RJ-11 cable connections.
Figure 5: RJ-45 Cable Design (RJ–45 to Two RJ-11 Connectors)

Standard RJ-45 Cable Pin Assignment
Table 4 shows the pin assignments of the standard RJ-45 cable.
Table 4: Standard RJ-45 Cable Pinout Details
RJ-45 Pin Number | Connections |
|---|---|
1 | Tip |
2 | Ring |
3 | Tip |
4 | Tip |
5 | Ring |
6 | Ring |
7 | Tip |
8 | Ring |
Related Topics
- G.SHDSL Mini-Physical Interface Module Overview
- G.SHDSL Mini-Physical Interface Module Supported Standards
- G.SHDSL Mini-Physical Interface Module Operating Modes
- G.SHDSL Mini-Physical Interface Module Key Features
- G.SHDSL Mini-Physical Interface Module Hardware Specifications
- G.SHDSL Mini-Physical Interface Module LEDs
