Linking two computer!

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Hi all; I heard there is a way to link two computer only using an RJ45 cables
inserted into both holes of the NIC card!

I try that but it seem it is not working! Any idea what should I do?? The
NIC card's light of both computer are not blinking as it should be! Please
help!
 
Hi all; I heard there is a way to link two computer only using an RJ45 cables
inserted into both holes of the NIC card!

I try that but it seem it is not working! Any idea what should I do?? The
NIC card's light of both computer are not blinking as it should be! Please
help!
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Use a crossover cable. A regular cable won't work for connecting two
computers directly to each other.
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May I know how to know the difference between a normal and a crossover cable?
I am new to this!
 
When you buy the cable look for one that's specifically labeled as a
crossover cable. If it's not labeled as crossover then it's a
straight-through (commonly called a patch cable) cable and won't work.
 
Thanks a lot!

Richard G. Harper said:
When you buy the cable look for one that's specifically labeled as a
crossover cable. If it's not labeled as crossover then it's a
straight-through (commonly called a patch cable) cable and won't work.
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