Re: FN-FORUM: Networking 2 PCs

date posted 24th August 2003 12:05

CAT5 UTP is just the cable, the e bit is metal sheilding round the 4 twisted
pairs, has no bearing on whether its cross over or not :)

But anyway back to the matter on hand.
Use 2 DLink DFE530TX NICs, best on the market and they work on anything
including OS/2, install ICS on one machine and let it set everythig up,
thern crossover between them :)
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jonathan - Webpress Ltd" [EMAIL REMOVED]
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Sent: Sunday, August 24, 2003 3:18 AM
Subject: Re: FN-FORUM: Networking 2 PCs


>
> Hi Nic,
>
> You would need to use a Cross Over Cable as appossed to CAT 5e cable, if
> going down this path...
>
> Or you could use an USB Network Linkup Cable... about £40 max... but I
> personally do not like USB networking...
>
> Or a 5 port Hub...only runs at 10mb...
>
> Or my recommened option is to buy a 5 port Switch which will run at 100mb.
> The most stable option and one we use for workgrouping Win 98 systems. A
> switch will cost you about £30 max.
>
> Also you would need 2 CAT5e cables for use withe the Hub or Switch...one
for
> each PC.
>
> Let me know if you need more info.
>
> J
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Nic Smith" [EMAIL REMOVED]
> To: [EMAIL REMOVED]
> Sent: Sunday, August 24, 2003 11:03 AM
> Subject: FN-FORUM: Networking 2 PCs
>
>
> >
> > Hi all,
> >
> > I need to network 2 PCs together. Both run Windows 98SE. I was thinking,
> > all I need is ethernet cards in both, TCP/IP protocol installing with
> > supporting IP addresses and a CAT 5e cable running from 1 PC to the
> > other. This would work wouldn't it? I wouldnt need a router as its only
> > the two PCs - or do i?
> >
> > Any help a bonus - thanks
> >
> > Nic Smith
> >
> >
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