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RJ45 Cable Connections

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by talk_point

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sir/Madam, I would like to know the cable connections (RJ45) from my router to a 8 port switch(QHMPL).
Is it a straight cable or cross cable and in which port of switch I should put in, whether in the uplink or any other port of switch and also how to join my Hub to this switch.
wheteher cross or straight cable is needed to connect Hub to a switch and in which port the RJ45 connectors should go in.

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by sgt_shultz

devices like routers, switches and hubs connect to each other with a 'crossover' style connection.
this can be accomplished either by using a crossover cable or by using a regular ethernet cable connected to an uplink port on one of the devices...hope this helps. a steady link light is your clue you have cabled it correctly...

by georgevlob

Most switches have a uplink port that is used to connect to other switches, hubs, or routers. Usually, but not always, these connect with a crossover cable. Some equipment come with a switch of some sort that you can use to connect with straight through or crossover cables.

It very much depends on the equipment you have. Check the owners manual, or go on the manufacturer web site for docs. If you tell us the manufacturer name and model numbers, we may be able to give you a better answer.

George

by jeff schaper

In my experience, Router to switch is straight through and so is Switch to Hub.

Switch to switch is a cross.

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