Model EN516/EN524 Ethernet Hub Installation Guide
Cascading refers to connecting hubs together to increase the number of ports or the number of
users supported on the network. The 10BASE-T, BNC, or AUI ports can be used to cascade hubs
together.
Connect to a Network Using the 10BASE-T Ports
The twisted pair cabl e extended from a 10BASE -T port ( or UTP por t) is calle d a twisted pair
segment and can be up to 100 meters (m) in length. The 10BASE-T ports, with the exception of
port 16 on the Model EN516 hub and port 24 on the Model EN524 hub, are MDI-X (or Normal)
ports. Use the following table as a guide for selecting the appropriate network cable.
Set the Normal/Uplink Push Button
If you are connecting to port 16 on the Model EN516 hub or to port 24 on the Model EN524 hub,
use the following table. Determ ine the type of cable to use and how to set the Normal/Uplink push
button for either port 16 or port 24.
Connecting Port
on the Hub Connecting Device Cable Used
Model EN516 hub:
Ports 1–15 PC, server, or router Straight-through cable
Ports 1–15 Hub or swi tc h Crossover cable
Model EN524 hub:
Ports 1–23 PC, server, or router Straight-through cable
Ports 1–23 Hub or switch Crossover cable
Connecting Port Connecting Device Cable Used
Port 16 or port 24 set to Normal PC, server, or router Straight-through cabl e
Port 16 or port 24 se t to Uplink Hub or switch Straight-through cable
Connect the Hub to a Network