[Local Network] Wall Outlets and Wiring
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Hello,
Here is my problem: I have installed a wall RJ45 cat 5 socket next to each of the two PCs in the house. I want to connect them in a network to share files, the printer, and the Internet connection.
However, I'm stuck. Should the network cable between the two sockets be straight or crossed? And what about the cables from the sockets to the PCs? Is it necessary to use a hub?
The two PCs are running Win XP SP2.
I really hope you can help me.
See you soon and thank you in advance.
Here is my problem: I have installed a wall RJ45 cat 5 socket next to each of the two PCs in the house. I want to connect them in a network to share files, the printer, and the Internet connection.
However, I'm stuck. Should the network cable between the two sockets be straight or crossed? And what about the cables from the sockets to the PCs? Is it necessary to use a hub?
The two PCs are running Win XP SP2.
I really hope you can help me.
See you soon and thank you in advance.
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Hi,
In any case, the cable between two wall sockets is always straight.
If it needs to cross somewhere, it will be between the wall socket and one of the PCs.
You connect 2 PCs via a crossover cable (in the case of wall sockets: one straight on one end and one crossover on the other).
But you'd better plan for a hub, or better yet, a small switch that, if it meets modern standards (auto MDI/MDIX), will allow you to connect as you wish without worrying about whether the cable needs to be straight or crossed.
You can connect 2 PCs with a crossover cable, but you should always keep in mind that sooner or later a third (or more) will come to join the network.
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In any case, the cable between two wall sockets is always straight.
If it needs to cross somewhere, it will be between the wall socket and one of the PCs.
You connect 2 PCs via a crossover cable (in the case of wall sockets: one straight on one end and one crossover on the other).
But you'd better plan for a hub, or better yet, a small switch that, if it meets modern standards (auto MDI/MDIX), will allow you to connect as you wish without worrying about whether the cable needs to be straight or crossed.
You can connect 2 PCs with a crossover cable, but you should always keep in mind that sooner or later a third (or more) will come to join the network.
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and ... There you go!
So, if I understood correctly, schematically it should look like this:
PC 1 --- crossover cable --- Socket --- STRAIGHT CABLE --- Socket --- straight cable --- PC 2
Is that correct?
Or with a hub:
PC 1 --- crossover cable --- Hub --- crossover cable --- Socket --- STRAIGHT CABLE --- Socket --- straight cable --- PC 2
Please confirm.
PC 1 --- crossover cable --- Socket --- STRAIGHT CABLE --- Socket --- straight cable --- PC 2
Is that correct?
Or with a hub:
PC 1 --- crossover cable --- Hub --- crossover cable --- Socket --- STRAIGHT CABLE --- Socket --- straight cable --- PC 2
Please confirm.