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Introduction, Introducing the broadband networking 5-port switch – Microsoft MN-150 User Manual

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introduction.

Introducing the Broadband
Networking 5-Port Switch

Congratulations on your purchase of the Microsoft

®

Broadband

Networking 5-Port Switch. The switch can be used in a number of
different ways. It will let you expand your existing Ethernet network
by connecting additional computers, printers, scanners, and other
Ethernet devices. The switch will also let you form a new local area
network (LAN) by connecting two or more computers. A typical
network configuration that includes a switch is illustrated in the
following example:

Note
Each computer that connects
to your switch requires an
Ethernet adapter or available
Ethernet port.

Active Internet Connection

Broadband Modem
(DSL or Cable)

5-Port Switch

Base Station
(Gateway or Router)

Computers with
Installed Ethernet
Adapters