Troubleshooting - D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual

Section 4 - Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

1. Why can´t I share my Internet connection to multiple computers when using my D-Link DGS-2208 switch?
If you are connecting directly to a Cable or DSL modem, you will need a router to "share" your Internet connection or
a computer using ICS (Internet Connection Sharing) or Proxy. Switches and hubs do not allow you to share a single
IP address to multiple computers.
Another alternative is to contact your ISP and purchase extra IP addresses for each additional computer.
2. Does the DGS-2208 switch have an uplink port?
The DGS-2208 has Auto-MDI ports which automatically sense the type of cable being used (e.g. Straight-through or
Crossover) and adjust themselves accordingly to pass data over the network.
3. What is the maximum length of Category 3, 4 or 5 twisted pair cable that can be used between the DGS-2208
and other devices such as routers, switches, computers, etc.?
The maximum length of Category 3, 4 or 5 twisted pair cable that can be used between computers and other devices
on a network is 100 meters or about 328 feet. Keep in mind that this is a theoretical limit. Usually, you will want to keep
the distance between devices well below the limit.
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