Hi Shawn--
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From: Shawn M. Shea <[log in to unmask]>


> I have an existing 100mbps NT network installed at a client location with
an
> 8 port hub. I am adding another workstation and was preparing the cable
for
> this machine. The installation is going through conduit for a total run
of
> about 210ft. I am using standard cat 5 cabling.

If I've understood my local IT people correctly, cable runs (NIC to hub,
switch to hub, etc.)
for 100 mbps networks should not exceed 50 meters (half the spec for
10Base-T Ethernet) without repeaters.  Is it possible that your
intermittent signal could be caused by a run that
is too long?

HTH,

Paul A. Shippert        Library/Media Specialist
"There is no dark side of the moon really . . .
  matter of fact, it's all dark."  Pink Floyd
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