Networking Equipment

Networking  Equipments

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Caption: : Cisco Switch

A  switch is used as a central device to connect computers.Switch ports are used to connect a computer via Straight Through UTP cable.

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Caption: : Cisco Routers

Networking Equipment

A  Router is used to connect two or more LAN together to provide a WAN .GigabitEthernet ports are used to connect router to a LAN segment via Straight Through UTP cable or patch cable.Serial ports are used to connect routers to WAN.Console Ports is used to configure the router.

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Caption: : LAN Card or NIC

A  LAN  Card  or  Network Interface Card  ( N I C ) is used for computer or any device that you wanted to connect to the network.Either  LAN card or  wireless LAN card is necessary in order that a devices can be connected to the network.

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Caption: : HUB

A  HUB is used as a central device in a networks , but it does not break collision domain in the network. The HUB is serve as a repeater to extend the network range.