network cable diagram

 

Straight Cable

1) Connect a computer to a switch/hub's normal port.
2) Connect a computer to a cable/DSL modem's LAN port.
3) Connect a router's WAN port to a cable/DSL modem's LAN port.
4) Connect a router's LAN port to a switch/hub's uplink port. (normally used for expanding network)
5) Connect 2 switches/hubs with one of the switch/hub using an uplink port and the other one using normal port

Crossover Cable
1) Connect 2 computers directly.
2) Connect a router's LAN port to a switch/hub's normal port.
3) Connect 2 switches/hubs by using normal port in both switches/hubs.

tools needed in order to make network Straight and Crossover cable

Cables To Go - 28428 - CAT5E Network Installation Kit with 500ft Cable and Connectors