Chapter 3: Connecting The Switch; Overview; Figure 3-1: Typical Network Configuration For The 16-Port Switch - Linksys SRW2016 User Manual

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Chapter 3: Connecting the Switch

Overview

This chapter will explain how to connect network devices to the Switch. For an example of a typical network
configuration, see the application diagram shown below.

Figure 3-1: Typical Network Configuration for the 16-Port Switch

When you connect your network devices, make sure you don't exceed the maximum cabling distances, which are
listed in the following table:
Table 1: Maximum Cabling Distances
From
Switch
Hub
Switch or Hub
*A hub refers to any type of 100Mbps hub, including regular hubs and stackable hubs. A 10Mbps hub connected
to another 10Mbps hub can span up to 100 meters (328 feet).
Chapter 3: Connecting the Switch
Overview
To Maximum Distance
Switch or Hub* 100 meters (328 feet)
Hub 5 meters (16.4 feet)
Computer 100 meters (328 feet)
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