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I need more than 4 wired connections
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I need more than 4 wired connections
Got the d-link sky router. Is there a way of increasing the number of outputs available? I'm currently using all 4 outputs but would like 2 more for my TV and my Sky box. Is there hardware available which can allow for the expansion I require?
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Re: I need more than 4 wired connections
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Re: I need more than 4 wired connections
Thanks. Will I need a cross-over cable to connect the router to the switch or will a regular CAT5e be fine?
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Re: I need more than 4 wired connections
Straight through will be fine, the switches have an Uplink port, so you still have 4 available.
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