[Ham-Computers] RE: ADVICE

[Hsu, Aaron (NBC Universal)]

Don, looks like you already got the right answers.  To summarize...

With ethernet...
PC <--> PC via crossover cable
PC <--> hub/switch <--> PC via straight-through ethernet cable (or wireless
<g>)

However, note that straight-through ethernet is not physically wired
"straight through".  Standard two-pair ethernet only uses pins 1, 2, 3, and
6.  If you're using less common 2-pair cable, no problem.  But, if you're
using 4-pair cable (as most Cat5/5e/6 is), you'll need to pay careful
attention to the 2nd pair (pins 3&6).  Not a problem if you buy pre-made
ethernet cables, but if you're making your own, this is an important point.

73,

  - Aaron Hsu, NN6O


-----Original Message-----
From: Don [mailto:wxfreqrs at cableone.net] 
Sent: Saturday, August 14, 2004 4:38 PM
To: Ham Computers
Subject: [Ham-Computers] ADVICE


Hi all

I am delving into home networking
using  winxp home on one computer and winxp pro on another
I am doing this via a wire and two nic cards
now the question

do I need a straight pined cat 5 cable or a crossover cable


Don
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