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to other devices
2-3
to other hubs. See connecting multiple hubs
to thick Ethernet
2-7
to thin Ethernet
2-5
connecting multiple hubs
2-8
restrictions
2-11
using 10BaseT connections
2-10
connecting network segments
2-3
connectors
AUI
2-6
,
A-3
BNC
2-5
,
2-6
,
2-11
DB15. See AUI connector
MAU
xv
,
2-8
RJ21
xv
RJ45
2-9
,
3-5
,
A-2
creating network log
1-5
creating network map
1-4
cross-connect wires
2-4
cross-over cable
3-4
D
DB15 connector. See AUI connector
determining hub location
1-6
determining use of existing wiring
fundamental rules
1-5
general considerations
1-5
devices cannot communicate
3-4
diagnosing network interface card
3-7
disconnecting cable segments
2-3
DIX connector, 15-pin
2-7
dust and hub installation
2-3
E
electrical interference and hub location
1-6
electromagnetic noise and hub installation
2-3
eliminating wiring or hub malfunctions
3-4
environmental requirements
C-3
Ethernet
thick backbone
2-8
thin backbone
2-8
twisted-pair
xvii
Ethernet adapters