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Connect Two Laptops on a LAN via Ethernet cable

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  1. JasonCrenshaw

    JasonCrenshaw Thread Starter

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    Is it possible to use an Ethernet cable to connect two laptops together for the purpose of playing LAN games?
    I have an Acer Aspire 1640Z amd my friend has an Acer Aspire 1640. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

    Jason Crenshaw
     
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  2. Soundy

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    Yes, but you need a crossover cable, or you need to use a hub/switch/router with two cables.
     
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    If either of the machines have a gigabit connection, the ports are auto-MDX, and you can use a standard Ethernet patch cable.
     
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    Ah, didn't realize that about gigabit adapters... good to know!
     
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