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Connecting More Than Two Computers to the Cable Modem
If you need to connect more than two computers or if you need to connect two computers, but USB is not
available, you’ll need the following additonal equipment:
•
Crossover-wired, or “null,” category 5 Ethernet cable for the cable modem to be connected to the hub
•
10BaseT or 100BaseT Hub or Switch
•
Straight through, or standard, category 5 Ethernet cable (one for each computer to be connected)
If you have a hub with an uplink port*, a straight through cable can be used in combination with that
port in lieu of the crossover cable.
*An uplink port has a small switch on it to change the polarity of the connection. It can accept either a
crossover or a straight cable, depending on the setting.
Fig. 32: Ethernet Hub Connection
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“Null” cable (not supplied)
Ethernet Hub
Standard Ethernet cables (one supplied)
Connecting the Cable Modem
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