Russell L Harris writes: > The nice thing about a switch or hub is that (1) it allows you to > use common straight cables and Crossover cables can be easily purchased from any (good) electronics shop. > (2) it has an LED which gives you a visual indication of the amount > of traffic flowing. I cannot see how this can be an advantage over using a crossover cable in the context the OP is trying to use it. -- -- Jhair