CCNA®: Cisco® Certified Network Associate: Fast Pass, Third Edition

4.3. Select the appropriate media, cables, ports, and connectors to connect routers to other network devices and hosts

Although this will cover the same material as in objective 2.1, I will add one new section on serial (WAN) connection types that a router uses.

Ethernet cabling is an important discussion, especially if you are planning on taking the Cisco exams. Three types of Ethernet cables are available:

• Straight-through cable

• Crossover cable

• Rolled cable

We will look at each in the following sections.

4.3.1. Straight-Through Cable

The straight-through cable is used to connect

• Host to switch or hub

• Router to switch or hub

Four wires are used in straight-through cable to connect Ethernet devices. It is relatively simple to create this type; ...