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Connecting More Than Two Computers to the Cable Modem
If you need to connect two or more computers, you’ll need the following additional equipment (if supported by
your cable operator):
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Crossover-wired, or “null,” category 5 Ethernet cable for the cable modem to be connected to the hub
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10/100/1000BaseT Hub or Switch.
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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. 3
Note: You may need to check with your service provider in order to connect multiple computers.
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