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Re: Networking/LAN woes!!

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From: Mark Tyndall
Date: Wed, 22 Sep 1999 00:00
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Alisdair Wren wrote:
> 
[...]
> You'll need a hub if you're using RJ45, but as for making one the
> 'server'[1], you don't need to do that.
> 
This is one for the FAQ. :)

Linking 2 PCs using RJ45 merely requires a crossover cable (get a hub-hub
cable from your friendly network-savvy PC shop, or DIY using pinouts
available all over the web, including at
<http://support.intel.com/support/express/hubs/22507.htm>)

Mark..

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