2.1. Select the appropriate media, cables, ports, and connectors to connect switches to other network devices and hosts
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.
2.1.1. 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; Figure 2.1 shows the four wires used in a straight-through Ethernet cable.
Figure 2.1. Straight-through Ethernet cable
Notice that only pins ...
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