CCNA Routing and Switching Portable Command Guide, Third Edition

Chapter 4. Cables and Connections

This chapter provides information and commands concerning the following topics:

▪ Connecting a rollover cable to your router or switch

▪ Using a USB cable to connect to your router or switch

▪ Determining what your terminal settings should be

▪ Understanding the setup of different LAN connections

▪ Identifying different serial cable types

▪ Determining which cable to use to connect your router or switch to another device

▪ 568A versus 568B cables

Connecting a Rollover Cable to Your Router or Switch

Figure 4-1 shows how to connect a rollover cable from your PC to a router or switch.

Figure 4-1. Rollover Cable ...