Can I use one of the Mini-GBIC ports for one of my RJ-45 CAT5 lines coming from a PC? We have a need for a switch for 25 computers.
810712
I don't think so. GBIC normally is used to uplink for another switch. Maybe you will need a 48-port switch.
810713
I haven't but there are 2 slots for mini-GBIC's. If you want to buy 2 of these switches you can connect them together through the gbic's. But I'd go w/ a bigger switch if you need 25 ports right off the bat.
810714
No, on the switches I have the ports next to the used gbics become disabled.
1570297
I have one connected to a Netgear switch(GS605NA) and it works flawlessly. It will potentially run slowly(if all ports are in use) at times.
215256
No, I have two of these units and Mediacom Service. I run my service provider router to my wireless router. I run my four ports out of my router to four areas of the house into the 8 port switch. The 7 extra ports are used to hard wire my Apple TV, TV, Roku, receiver, TIVO,etc. Works great. My only issue with the switch is heat. Set it away from your components.
17079
There are only 4 useable ports for devices, including the port that would connect to your network/router. There is a 5th port that would be used only to connect to another switch. You would need 2 of these devices or a device with more ports.
426110
I'm not positive. The manufacturer is a bit cagey, merely listing the ports as "high, medium and low" without stating the actual bandwidth. I believe the switch has two 1 Gbs ports, four 100 Mbs ports and two 10 Mbs ports.
373015
You would have to use both connectors, one at each end of the cat 5, to split the line into RJ45 Ethernet and RJ11 phone line, but you don't have to use the Ethernet side if you don't need it.
693061
Yes, and this is precisely why I have a KVM switch--to go between my PC and Mac mini. (Disclaimer: I have not tried this product, but am considering it as I'm considering upgrading my mini to one that uses HDMI for video instead of another type of jack.)
96564
No. This product does not allow you to connect two devices to a single active network cable / port - you need a hub or switch for that. It simply allows you to send *two* separate wired connections through a *single* network cable. Cat5/6 cables have 8 wires inside them (4 pairs). A normal connection only uses 2 pairs which leaves the other 2 pairs left unconnected - this is just how it is, worldwide. This device (which only works as a *pair* of devices - they will not work as singles) allow you to send two switch port outputs down a single cable, and then split them back out again at the other end. You normally only need to do this (and use this product) in structured wiring situations where you just need 1 extra wired network connection and you dont want to go through the time and expense of running a completely new wire (the wiring might not be easily accessible or the cost maybe prohibitive). Network splitters like this one do not work like power adapters for your 110V/220V supply.
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Yes, although it would work better to use a Cat5 the entire way, the only difference between a Cat5 and an RJ45 is the type of cabling inside.
783385
The only reason I can possibly think they different QoS ports would be needed is if you have a VoIP data running through this switch and at any given time all the ports exceed 1 gigabit/sec. That being said, it's very unlikely that as a home user you won't need to worry about such a thing. If you want to be safe though, just use the high priority to your router as that is where all traffic is truncated to. It's more of a sales gimmick but for 8 ports at this price, it's a neat added bonus.
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All of the ports on this switch are treated the same so it doesn't matter which port comes from your router or which port goes to your other devices, like workstations, etc. Does that answer your question or did you mean which type of wire: Cat 5 or Cat 6?
1090443
Yes you can connect the network port on this device to a 10/100/1000 switch.But, from my FIOS experience, where I use this, depending any heavy FIOS video traffic in combination with the exact nature of your coax type, coax connectors and how crimped and the bandwith of any coax cabling splitters you may have in your coax setup (signal to noise ratios greatly differ between coax splitters, as there are differing quality coax splitters) you may not always get full gigabit speed on that connection.
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Absolutely. The unit allows a RJ11 and a RJ45 in and out at each end. If you have cat5 all you need is to terminate each end with RJ45 and plug in the connectors. If the cat5 is terminated, just plug the adaptors on and your ready to go. Then run your standard RJ11 phone lines / equipment using the connectors.
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these only change the ends from RJ45 so one can connect up power rca connector bnc connector the Cat5 or 6 is just the jumper from one end to the other you have to use UTP straight thru pin configuration I guess you don't understand how this works
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This cable will not work for any home or office computer connections. You need an 8pin cable wired for ethernet CAT 5 or 6 with RJ45 caonnectors. This is a special cable for business and hobby applications. In business this is for machines like the card swipe machine.
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David- I took my AT&T; home run (Cat5) and used this to split to six drops on my patch panel that terminate at RJ-11 ports. Hope that helps!
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The short answer is YES. Cat 6 ethernet cable is supported by this switch as both the switch and Cat 6 cabling are capable of gigabit transfers. Either shielded or unshielded Cat 6 should work for you.I have a 5-port version of this switch and I routinely used Cat 6A shielded cables with it. My understanding is that the ports are plastic, but the switch can handle Cat 6 cables just fine. Any shielding on the cabling can be grounded at the opposite end from the switch, so it will still support grounding and shielding if that is what you want to do.I almost bought a second one of this style switch, but I decided that one was enough for my needs. I would buy more if I needed it.Good luck. The short answer is YES. Cat 6 ethernet cable is supported by this switch as both the switch and Cat 6 cabling are capable of gigabit transfers. Either shielded or unshielded Cat 6 should work for you.I have a 5-port version of this switch and I routinely used Cat 6A shielded cables with it. My understanding is that the ports are plastic, but the switch can handle Cat 6 cables just fine. Any shielding on the cabling can be grounded at the opposite end from the switch, so it will still support grounding and shielding if that is what you want to do.I almost bought a... » Read More The short answer is YES. Cat 6 ethernet cable is supported by this switch as both the switch and Cat 6 cabling are capable of gigabit transfers. Either shielded or unshielded Cat 6 should work for you.I have a 5-port version of this switch and I routinely used Cat 6A shielded cables with it. My understanding is that the ports are plastic, but the switch can handle Cat 6 cables just fine. Any shielding on the cabling can be grounded at the opposite end from the switch, so it will still support grounding and shielding if that is what you want to do.I almost bought a second one of this style switch, but I decided that one was enough for my needs. I would buy more if I needed it.Good luck. « Show Less