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inertia
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Cable Query

Tue Mar 22, 2011 11:52 am

Hello,
I have got two mikrotik routers one is RB1100 and the other one is RB450. I need to connect both the switches, which cable will i require 'Crossover' or 'Straight'.

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Re: Cable Query

Tue Mar 22, 2011 3:57 pm

Ports on the routerboards are auto-sensing, so the answer you your question is "yes".
 
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Re: Cable Query

Tue Mar 22, 2011 5:12 pm

Thanks for your reply, but is that 'Yes' for 'Crossover Cable' or 'Straight Through' ???
 
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Re: Cable Query

Tue Mar 22, 2011 5:22 pm

Yes, either cable will work. Though it's usually a good idea to have one of each with you at all times.