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Re: Erroneous Network Cable is Unplugged Status
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David Gillett <[log in to unmask]>
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PCBUILD - Personal Computer Hardware discussion List <[log in to unmask]>
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Tue, 20 May 2003 06:55:26 -0700
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On 19 May 2003, at 14:44, Jim Besse wrote:

> How do I know if I want half or full duplex?

  Full duplex can only work properly on a crossover or a dedicated SWITCH
port.  If you're on a hub (including a hub hanging off a switch), you must
use half duplex.
  (Full duplex has to turn off collision detection, so it can only really be
used where collisions are not possible.)

David Gillett

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