Chapter 3
Connecting the Router
Connecting a PC, Server, or Workstation
To connect a PC (or other Ethernet devices) to an Ethernet switch port, follow these steps:
Step 1
Connect one end of the yellow Ethernet cable to a Ethernet switch port on the router.
a Cisco 888W router connected to a PC.
Figure 3-1
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Connect the other end of the cable to the RJ-45 port on the network interface card (NIC) installed in the
Step 2
PC, server, or workstation.
(Optional) Connect additional servers, PCs, or workstations to the other Ethernet switch ports.
Step 3
Note
Use the Cisco Configuration Express to configure the Internet connection settings. See the
Cisco Configuration Professional Quick Start Guide
OL-16193-01
Connecting a Server, PC, or Workstation
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Yellow Ethernet cable
Ethernet switch port on the router
Cisco 860 Series and Cisco 880 Series Integrated Services Routers Hardware Installation Guide
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RJ-45 port on the network interface card
(NIC)
for more information.
Connecting a PC, Server, or Workstation
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