The 8-pin RJ-45 type connector and a standard Ethernet CAT5e/CAT6 cable enable Ethernet communications between the MPLAB ICE 4 unit the PC (and MPLAB X IDE). The connector has two built-in LEDs that specify LAN activity. An Ethernet cable that does not have a anti-snag boot is preferred for best fit with the connector.
Note: Ethernet cable not provided with MPLAB ICE 4 kit.
Figure 1. Ethernet Connector on MPLAB ICE 4
| Pin Number | Function |
|---|---|
| 1 | TX+ |
| 2 | TX- |
| 3 | RX+ |
| 4 | EGND |
| 5 | EGND |
| 6 | RX- |
| 7 | EGND |
| 8 | EGND |
| EGND: Enclosure ground | |
| LED Location | LED Color | LED Function |
|---|---|---|
| Top left | Green | LAN ACT |
| Top right | Yellow | LAN LINK |