Wednesday, 2 November 2011

Ethernet Cabling


Ethernet cables connect network devices such as routers, switches and computers. They transmit data using the Ethernet protocol. The types of Ethernet cables are:

Straight-through cable
The straight-through cable is used to connect:
·        Computer to switch
·        Router to switch




Crossover cable
The crossover cable is used to connect:
·        Switch to Switch
·        Computer to Computer
·        Router to Computer