3-2 Getting Started Guide
Ethernet:
Ethernet hardware and software drivers enable your PC or Macintosh computer to communicate on
the LAN.
Once the Netopia 3386-ENT is properly configured and connected to your LAN, PC and Macintosh computers
that have their required components in place will be able to connect to the Internet or other remote IP networks.
Connecting to an Ethernet Network
You can connect a standard 10/100Base-T Ethernet network to the Netopia 3386-ENT using any of its Ethernet
por ts.
Netopia 3386-ENT back panel
If you add devices connected through a hub or switch, connect the hub or switch to an Ethernet por t on the
Netopia 3386-ENT.
The Netopia 3386-ENT in a 10/100Base-T network
Power
Ethernet
1
2
3
4
Modem
Power
Ethernet
1
2
3
4
Modem
Macintosh
PC
PC
Ethernet
Switch
To connect your 10/100Base-T
network to the Netopia 3386-ENT
through the Ethernet por t, use
standard Categor y 5 Ethernet
cables with RJ-45 connectors.
You can attach additional devices
using standard Categor y 5
Ethernet cables (not provided)
connected to a 10- or 100Base-T
Ethernet hub or switch. The por ts
on the router will auto detect 10-
or 100Base-T. Crossover cables
are not required.
PC
PC
PC
Macintosh
