THOMSON THG571 - Connecting more than One Computer to the Cable Modem

Chapter 1: Connections and Setup
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Connecting More Than One Computer to the Cable Modem
If you need to connect more than two computers or if you need to connect two computers, you’ll need the
following additional equipment (if supported by your cable operator):
• Crossover-wired, or “null,” category 5 Ethernet cable for the cable modem to be connected to the hub
• 10/100/1000BaseT 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.
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Note: You may need to check with your service provider in order to connect multiple computers.