Monoprice 9466 USB Gigabit Ethernet Adapter - Manual (Page 18)

Gigabit USB 2.0 Ethernet Adapter User’s Manual
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Connecting to a Network
Now you can connect your network device, e.g, switch, router, DSL/Cable modem,
to the adapter’s LAN port via an Ethernet cable.
Notes on Ethernet Cables
 Sometimes a so-call crossover Ethernet cable is required for connection to
certain network equipments. As the adapter’s LAN port supports Auto-MDIX
feature, it eliminates the need to use crossover cables.
 When the Ethernet adapter is used in a Gigabit network, it’s recommended
that you use Category 6 Ethernet cable for higher transmission speed.
On Windows 2000/ Windows XP, upon your connection, a message pops up
in the notification area indicating your connection speed.
The adapter’s AutoSense feature can automatically detect the network's maximum
line speed. To have a 1000Mbps connection, your network device (e.g., switch,
router or DSL modem) must also support 1000Mbps.
On Windows Vista/ Windows 7, you can view the connection speed by the
steps below:
1. Right-click the network icon in the system tray and select Network and
Sharing Center.
(Windows Vista)
(Windows 7)