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10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch User’s Guide
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Connecting The Switch
Figure 4-3. DES-3208 Switch connected to a Hub without uplink
(MDI-II) port using the Straight OR crossover cable option
Using straight cable
When using straight cable, the connection can be made from the uplink
(MDI-II) port of the Switch to any port of the Hub (see figure 4-3).
Using crossover cable
When using crossover cable, the connection can be made from any (1x - 8x)
port of the Switch to any port of the Hub (see figure 4-3).
Switch to Switch (other devices)
The Switch can be connected to another switch or other devices (routers,
bridges, etc.) via a two-pair Category 3, 4, 5 UTP/STP straight or crossover
cable.