ProConnect II® Series

Layer 2 Management 4-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch

 

 

 

 

 

 

Crimping Your Own Network Cables

 

Glossary

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10BaseT - An Ethernet standard that uses twisted wire pairs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

100BaseTX - IEEE physical layer specification for 100 Mbps over two pairs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

of Category 5 UTP or STP wire.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1000BASE-T- provides half-duplex (CSMA/CD) and full-duplex 1000Mb/s

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ethernet service over Category 5 links as defined by ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-A.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Topology rules for 1000BASE-T are the same as those used for 100BASE-T.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Category 5 link lengths are limited to 100 meters by the ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A cabling standard. Only one CSMA/CD repeater will be allowed in a colli-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

sion domain.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

802.1x - Based on the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP), the 802.1x

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

standard is one of the IEEE standards for network authentication and key

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

management. It establishes a framework that supports multiple authentication

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

methods. This standard can be incorporated into any type of network to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

enhance its security.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For example, a wireless user may use one of the authentication methods to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

access a wireless network protected by an authentication server. The user, also

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

called the supplicant, sends a request to an access point or wireless router,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

also called the authenticator. The authenticator sends an identification request

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

back to the user. After the user sends the authenticator the identification mes-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

sage, the authenticator forwards the user's identification message to the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

authentication server. If the server accepts the identification message, then

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the user is permitted access to the wireless network. The 802.1x standard can

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

also support encryption key management to strengthen wireless network

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

encryption services.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Adapter - Printed circuit board that plugs into a PC to add to capabilities or

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

connectivity to a PC. In a networked environment, a network interface card

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(NIC) is the typical adapter that allows the PC or server to connect to the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

intranet and/or Internet.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Architecture - The total design and implementation of the network. It

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

includes the network's topology, transmission technologies and communica-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

tions protocols, management and security systems, and any other attributes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

that give a network a particular set of capabilities and functionalities.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) - A TCP/IP protocol used to figure out a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

host's Ethernet address (MAC address/node ID) from its Internet address.

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PC22604 specifications

The Linksys PC22604 is a reliable and efficient wireless router designed for both home and small office environments. With its exceptional performance and a range of advanced features, the PC22604 sets itself apart in the competitive market of networking devices.

One of the standout features of the Linksys PC22604 is its dual-band technology. Operating on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies, this router allows users to manage their bandwidth efficiently. The 2.4GHz band provides a wider coverage area, ideal for general web browsing and streaming, while the 5GHz band offers a higher speed connection, making it perfect for gaming and high-definition video streaming. This dual-band functionality ensures that users can enjoy seamless connectivity despite the growing number of connected devices in their homes or offices.

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The router is built with a robust processor and ample RAM, ensuring that it can handle heavy data traffic without slowing down. The efficient hardware allows for faster data processing and minimal latency, enhancing the overall user experience.

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