Allows two 10/100 Ethernet signals through a single network Cat.5 wire
*Gigabit NOT supported*So how does it work?
The Line-Splitter must be used in pairs, one at each end of
your desired application. It allows you to run two Ethernet lines over the same
Ethernet cable. It is very useful, for example, when you want to run a second
line off an existing line (see diagram. A standard Ethernet cable has 8 wires.
Only 4 of the wires are normally used. The splitter uses the extra 4 wires to
create the second line.
What will it not do?
It doesn't split the signal so that two machines can access
the internet simultaneously. Each port needs a unique IP address that is
created by a router. Networking
standards simply don't allow for splitting in the same way you think about
splitting a telephone cable.
Solutions to Common Applications:
Q: I have a
modem and I would like to add additional machines to go online simultaneously.
A: You will
need a
Router . Most routers, wired or wireless, come with a built-in 4–port switch for hard-wire
installation.
Q: All the ports
on my router are used. How do I add additional ports?
A: You will
need a network
Switch
. The switch will be connected to the router to provide
additional ports. Most switches will
need to be powered via an AC out let or a USB port.
Q: I need to
add a switch in a location with no AC outlets for power.
A: A
Poe (power over Ethernet) Switch is the easiest solution. The switch will be
powered via the Ethernet cable itself coming from the router.
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