Subscribe RSS FeedIt doesnt matter if you’re not a network technician, even a home user should at least know something about networking. You even use a network cable in your home for connecting your computer to an adsl modem. So, here’s a short guide on how to prepare a network cable, how to pick a right cable type for your environment.
Tools you need for this task
 network crimping tool |
 cat5 cable tester |
 cat5e plug |
 cat5e cable |
[ End A ] + [ End A ] = Straight / patch cable
[ End A ] + { End B ] = Crossover cable
Use Crossover Cable when connecting:
Computer to Computer
Computer to Uplink Port
Computer to Access Point
Computer to Print Server
Computer/XBOX/PS2 to DWL-810
Computer/XBOX/PS2 to DWL-900AP+
Uplink Port to Uplink Port (hub/switch)
Normal Port to Normal Port (hub/switch)
Use Straight Cable when connecting:
Computer to Residential Gateway/Router
Computer to Normal Port (hub/switch)
Access Point to Normal Port (hub/switch)
Print Server to Normal Port (hub/switch)
Uplink Port to Normal Port (hub/switch)
How do I know I’m using the right cable ?
It’s a right cable if you see link light is blinking after you have connected both ends. Means devices are communicating.
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