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Mijat wrote:

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> I have one desktop PC running WXP and a laptop (WXP as well). Both have
> NICs. I need to connect them and the cable I got is Belkin Pro Series
> Cat5e Patch Cable. It seems I cannot use this cable to connect two PCs.
> Is it true that I need crossover cable or there is a way to use the
> cable that I have wihtout buying a hub? If I need to buy a crossover
> cable where can I get it the cheapest? Thank you....
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Cut off one end and make a crossover cable. It will require an RJ45 end and
crimpers, but you could probably borrow the crimpers from somewhere. Or
take the cable to a computer store and have some dude do it for you...

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