[Novalug] [OT] Networking question

[Ken Kauffman]

You can plug the switch directly into the network at any point. The
ports are autosensing and do not require a crossover cable.

Ken

Jay Hart wrote:
> Very doable, but I can't remember right now if you will need a cross-over
> cable or not between a router and switch. I'm going to assume that the low-end
> Linksys router does not auto sense cable-type.
>
> Jay
>
>   
>> Before I buy a switch, I wanted to verify that this is workable.  I have
>> a LinkSys WRT54G wireless router.  It has four wired ports.  I'm
>> thinking of buying a 10/100/1000 switch  and connecting that to the
>> Linksys router.  I'd use the switch for a few machines where I'd like
>> the GB ports.  Otherwise, the 100MB speeds for normal traffic.
>>
>> My question is - can I connect the switch to the Linksys router without
>> causing any other issues.  I believe this is doable ... but am wondering
>> if I am overlooking anything.
>>
>> Rich
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>> Remember, all Windows machines are, by definition, fault tolerant.
>>
>>               They run Windows don't they!!
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