Connecting Your Local Area Network 4-3

Connecting to an Ethernet network

The Netopia R3100 supports Ethernet connections through its eight Ethernet ports. The Router automatically detects which Ethernet port is in use.

You can connect either 10Base-T or 10/100 Ethernet networks to the Netopia R3100.

10Base-T

You can connect a standard 10Base-T Ethernet network to the Netopia R3100 using any of its available Ethernet ports.

Netopia R3100 back panel

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The Netopia R3100 in a 10Base-T network

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To connect your 10Base-T network to the Netopia R3100 through an Ethernet port, use a 10Base-T cable with RJ-45 connectors.

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Netopia R3100 manual Connecting to an Ethernet network, 10Base-T