3-2 Getting Started GuideEthernet: Ethernet hardware and software drivers enable your PC or Macintosh computer to communicate onthe LAN.Once the Netopia 4-port ADSL Router is properly configured and connected to your LAN, PC and Macintoshcomputers that have their required components in place will be able to connect to the Internet or other remoteIP networks.Connecting to an Ethernet NetworkYou can connect a standard 10/100Base-T Ethernet network to the Netopia 4-port ADSL Router using any of itsEthernet ports.Netopia 4-port ADSL Router back panelIf you add devices connected through a hub or switch, connect the hub or switch to an Ethernet port on theNetopia 4-port ADSL Router.The Netopia 4-port ADSL Router in a 10/100Base-T networkPower Off / OnLANDSL4 123Power Off / OnLANDSL4 123MacintoshPCPCEthernetSwitchTo connect your 10/100Base-Tnetwork to the Netopia 4-portADSL Router through the Ethernetport, use standard Category 5Ethernet cables with RJ-45connectors.You can attach additional devicesusing standard Category 5Ethernet cables (not provided)connected to a 10- or 100Base-TEthernet hub or switch. The portson the router will auto detect 10-or 100Base-T. Crossover cablesare not required.PCPCPCMacintosh