Linksys EFAH05W-CA User Guide - Page 4

Introduction The EtherFast 10/100 Auto-Sensing series of hubs from Linksys is the fastest, most economical way to build or expand an enterprise 100Mbps network! Ready to run right out of the box, each 10/100 hub lets you connect computers or other nodes together in seconds, with auto-sensing ports that automatically adjust to either 10Mbps or 100Mbps speeds -- mix 10BaseT and 100BaseTX hardware together any way you like! Combine low-cost 10Mbps computers with high-speed Fast Ethernet workstations-save thousands of dollars by putting 100Mbps hardware only where you need it most! Each hub includes a built-in uplink port that lets you plug into 10Mbps or 100Mbps hubs, stacking hubs, switches, or backbones for easy future expansion. Advanced error handling, auto partitioning, data collision control, and auto polarity correction protect your data during transmissions. Compatible with virtually all operating systems like Windows 98, Windows 95, Windows NT, and Novell NetWare, the professional-grade Auto-Sensing series of hubs offers your growing enterprise network the freedom to use both 10Mbps and 100Mbps speeds, together with an amazing range of expansion possibilities -- all for an attractive price that's hard to beat! About This Guide This guide explains how to install and use a number of different EtherFast 10/100 Auto-Sensing Hub models. Some models are rack mountable, while others are designed for desktop use. All of the models can be used interchangeably. 2