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Consumer routers generally have one router port labeled [INTERNET] and four switch ports. Generally you'd use a straight-through cable in that case.
Consumer routers generally have one router port labeled [INTERNET] and four switch ports. If you want to connect to any of the ports NOT labeled [INTERNET], you'd use a straight-through cable in that case since they're technically switch ports.

Revision as of 23:19, 9 September 2025

Straight-Though

PC <=> Switch
Router <=> Switch

Crossover

PC <=> Router
Router <=> Router
Switch <=> Switch



Exceptions and notes:


Consumer routers generally have one router port labeled [INTERNET] and four switch ports. If you want to connect to any of the ports NOT labeled [INTERNET], you'd use a straight-through cable in that case since they're technically switch ports.