User`s guide

DSL-500 ADSL Router User’s Guide
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straight-through (MDI-X) connection. Follow standard Ethernet guidelines when
deciding what type of cable to use to make this connection. Use a normal crossed
cable when connecting the Router to a normal (MDI-X) port on a switch or hub.
Use a straight-through cable when connecting it to an uplink (MDI-II) port on a
hub or switch. When connecting the Router directly to a PC or server (MDI-II)
use a straight-through cable. A valid connection will be indicated by a steady
green Ethernet Link LED indicator.
The rules governing Ethernet cable lengths apply to the LAN to Router
connection. Be sure that the cable connecting the Ethernet LAN to the Router
does not exceed 100 meters.
The diagram below illustrates a typical Ethernet LAN to Router connection.
LAN to Router Connection