Connecting to an ethernet network, Connecting to an ethernet network -2 – Netopia 3346-ENT User Manual

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3-2 Getting Started Guide

Ethernet: Ethernet hardware and software drivers enable your PC or Macintosh computer to communicate on
the LAN.

Once the Netopia 3346-ENT is properly configured and connected to your LAN, PC and Macintosh computers
that have their required components in place will be able to connect to the Internet or other remote IP networks.

Connecting to an Ethernet Network

You can connect a standard 10/100Base-T Ethernet network to the Netopia 3346-ENT using any of its Ethernet
ports.

Netopia 3346-ENT back panel

If you add devices connected through a hub or switch, connect the hub or switch to an Ethernet port on the
Netopia 3346-ENT.

The Netopia 3346-ENT in a 10/100Base-T network

Power

Off / On

LAN

DSL

4

1

2

3

Power

Off / On

LAN

DSL

4

1

2

3

Macintosh

PC

PC

Ethernet

Switch

To connect your 10/100Base-T
network to the Netopia 3346-ENT
through the Ethernet port, use
standard Category 5 Ethernet
cables with RJ-45 connectors.

You can attach additional devices
using standard Category 5
Ethernet cables (not provided)
connected to a 10- or 100Base-T
Ethernet hub or switch. The ports
on the router will auto detect 10-
or 100Base-T. Crossover cables
are not required.

PC

PC

PC

Macintosh

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