Filter
Top Products
5
Chapter 3: Connecting the Switch
Overview
Gigabit 8-Port Workgroup Switch
Chapter 3: Connecting the Switch
Overview
This chapter will explain how to connect network devices to the Switch. For an example of a typical network
configuration, see the application diagram shown below.
When you connect your network devices, make sure you don’t exceed the maximum cabling distances, which are
listed in the following table:
*A hub refers to any type of 100Mbps hub, including regular hubs and stackable hubs. A 10Mbps hub connected
to another 10Mbps hub can span up to 100 meters (328 feet).
Table 1: Maximum Cabling Distances
From To Maximum Distance
Switch Switch or Hub* 100 meters (328 feet)
Hub Hub 5 meters (16.4 feet)
Switch or Hub Computer 100 meters (328 feet)
Figure 3-1: Typical Network Configuration
Cable/DSL
Modem
Internet
Router
10/100/1000
Desktop Notebook
Wireless
Access Point
10/100/1000
Server