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8 Microsoft Broadband Networking 5-Port Switch User’s Guide
5-Port Switch
Active Internet Connection
Broadband Modem
(DSL or Cable)
Base Station
(Gateway or Router)
After you set up the switch by using Option A, your network will
resemble this diagram:
If you disconnect existing network wires for use in a different
location, be sure to consult the documentation for your existing
network device to determine the necessary cable type. Although
your 5-port switch supports connections to both straight-through
and crossover Ethernet cables, other devices on your network
might require a specific cable type.
Security Considerations for Option A
Because a switch provides no security features, it cannot make
your network secure. Other networking hardware and software
must provide the necessary security. When you plan your network
using Option A, make sure that all computers are behind a firewall
or that your broadband modem uses Network Address Translation
(NAT) technology to hide your computers from unauthorized access
over the Internet.
Computers with
Installed Ethernet
Adapters