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4.2 Connecting Multiple PCs to an Ethernet Local Area
Network (LAN) using the Splitter Application
Note: Connecting multiple PCs to the Internet via a single DSL
modem may require multiple IP addresses. Call your ISP provider for
details.
Figure 4-3 is an example of a residential, sm all office/home
office, or small business customer using AD SL to achieve high-
speed access to the Internet using m ultiple P Cs. The DATA
connection can interface a multiport Ethernet hub. The hub
allows multiple PCs to share bandwidth to and from the DSL
modem. See Section 4-1 for the procedure to connect inside
wire and m odem cables.
Note: The maximum distance for an Ethernet connection, using
category 3 or category 5 cable, is 100 meters (325 feet).
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Note: Ethernet hub and straight cables are not provided.
Figure 4-3: Multi-User Speedport Internet Access
LINE
LINE
DATA 1
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DSL Splitter Inside
Data Wire
Ethernet Cable
(Straight)
(not supplied)
To
Telephone
Company
Voice
Wire
*Asterisk denotes item included in the DSL Modem package.
RJ-11
Cable
RJ-11
Cable
FC9660CB26
DSL Modem*
FC9660RA12
New Wall Plate
with RJ-11 Jacks
Ethernet Cables
(Straight)
(not supplied)
GR
GR
Hub
Telephone
Network
Interface
Inside Wire
(CAT 3 not required)
Multiple PC Application Using DSL Modem