Ethernet Into Aux Port - can it be done?

[markjrees]

I've got some 2504 routers in my home lab. These have got token ring and not direct ethernet connections on them.

Would it be possible to connect a regular straight-through cable from the ethernet port on my to the aux port on one of the routers - i.e. to simulate an ethernet connection?

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[ADB100]

No, and don't even try it as you are likely to damage something. The Console & Auxiliary ports are V24/RS232 and are a completely different technology than Ethernet (albeit presented on the same type RJ45 connectors).

The 2504's are still useful though as they have serial ports and you can simulate networks by using Loopback interfaces etc, plus all the WAN features can be configured and tested etc. It is probably worth getting hold of a couple of routers with Ethernet or FastEthernet as well, that way you can get some workstations connected as well.

Good luck

Andy

 

[markjrees]

thanks. i've also just aquired a couple of 1600's which have got ethernet ports on.

i'll connect the routers all up using dte dce cables and go from there.

thanks for your input

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