Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around setting up a 100baseTX LAN between two PCs that are currently operating on a 10baseT connection. Participants explore the feasibility of upgrading to 100baseTX and full duplex, while considering potential issues and technical requirements related to cabling and network configuration.
Discussion Character
- Technical explanation
- Debate/contested
- Exploratory
Main Points Raised
- One participant notes that the current 10baseT connection operates at 10Mbps and expresses interest in upgrading to 100baseTX for a faster connection.
- Another participant suggests that network cards typically negotiate the best speed automatically when set to auto.
- Concerns are raised about the quality of the cable, with one participant questioning whether it was purchased or homemade.
- There is a mention that forcing the network cards to higher speeds might work, but it is uncertain.
- A participant emphasizes that a cat-5 cable is generally recommended unless specialized networking is required.
- One participant clarifies that switching to full duplex does not yield a 200Mbps connection, but rather 100Mbps in both directions, and discusses the implications of half duplex versus full duplex in terms of collisions.
- Another participant reiterates that a cat-5 crossover cable does not require a hub, while a standard cat-5 cable would.
- The original poster expresses frustration after attempting to switch to 100Mbps without success and considers trying full duplex for a potential 20Mbps connection.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants do not reach a consensus on the best approach to upgrade the network, and multiple competing views on cabling and duplex settings remain. There is uncertainty about the effectiveness of forcing speed settings and the implications of different cable types.
Contextual Notes
Participants discuss various technical aspects of networking, including the types of cables and the negotiation of speeds between network cards, but do not resolve the specific issues faced by the original poster.