Crossover cable

[trivass]

Hi,
Is it possible to set up a TCP/IP network between a Win98 PC and a Sparcstation 5 [2.5.1], using 2 network cards and a crossover cable? i.e. no hub
Many thanks.
Trivass

 

[bobthecat]

Dont see why not, just swap the TX an RX pairs around. dont make the cable to short, it should not less than 3Mtrs.

 

[wybnormal]

Yes it can work fine.. just remember to get each of the workstations default gateways set up and the default route for the Sparc.

There is a limit on the cross over cable but it's not 3 meters. If it is built to cat5, it's 100 meters. You can either make it or buy it. I've seen them run about 20 bucks for 20-50 feet of cabling.

MikeS
"Diplomacy; the art of saying 'nice doggie' till you can find a rock" Wynn Catlin

 

[mercenary]

Actually, I think bob was referring to the minimum length, which would be 1 meter.