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A Simple Guide to Connect Computers Using Ethernet Cable

May 25, 2021
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A Simple Guide to Connect Computers Using Ethernet Cable

Ever since their inception, connectivity and data transfer remain 2 of the most important applications of computers. For the same purpose, technology has evolved at a rapid pace; and among several techniques out there, one is to use high quality ethernet cables. If you don’t know how to connect computers using ethernet cables bulk, you need not worry as we are here to save your day.

Before proceeding any further, let us tell you that one of the biggest advantages of transferring data using an ethernet cable is security. Also, an ethernet cable comes in handy when a Wi-fi connection is not available. 

Table of Contents

  • Look out for ethernet ports
  • Don’t have an Ethernet Adapter? Buy it
  • Pick one: Crossover Ethernet Cable or Straight Cable
  • Plugging the Ethernet cable

Look out for ethernet ports

At the outset, you will check whether your devices (computers in this case) have Ethernet ports or not. If you are using a desktop, you can find ethernet ports on the backside of the CPU tower; if you are using a laptop, you can trace them on either side of your laptop’s housing. 

In iMac computers, the ethernet port is fitted on the backside of the monitor. 

Don’t have an Ethernet Adapter? Buy it

If you don’t have an ethernet adapter, you might need to buy one. Such a case arises when your computer is missing an Ethernet port. There are a lot of adapters out there on the market, pick one that suits your needs best. 

As far as Mac users are concerned, they need to check their USB ports as well. This need arises owing to the fact that Mac users might have USB-C ports only, meaning that they will either need a USB to USB-C adapter or Ethernet to USB-C adapter. 

Pick one: Crossover Ethernet Cable or Straight Cable

Almost all of the Ethernet ports support both crossover ethernet cables and straight cables these days. If you are a novice and unable to differentiate between a crossover ethernet cable and a straight ethernet cable, don’t worry! We are here for you!

The game is easy. All you need to do is to view colored wires at each side of your high quality ethernet cable. 

  • In a crossover ethernet cables bulk, colors are differently ordered on both ends. 
  • In a straight ethernet cables bulk, the color scheme is the same for both ends. 

If you have an older version of the computer, it will be better to buy ethernet cables that are crossover. This will save you from unnecessary issues. 

Plugging the Ethernet cable

Now comes the most important part i-e plugging the high quality ethernet cable into the computer. You should plug one end of your cable into the computer in such a manner that the cable’s head should fit into the ethernet port of your device with the lever side facing down. 

If your system is missing an ethernet adapter, you will plug the adapter’s USB end into one of the USB ports of your system. 

Now you will plug the other end of your high quality ethernet cable into the second computer. 

Once you have established connectivity, you will move to the second phase i-e fixing the settings of the computers. 

Go to the control panel and click on the “Network and Internet” icon. If “small icons” or “Large Icons” appear on your screen, just skip it. Go straight to the “View” tab appearing right at the upper-right corner of the window. 

Now you will click on “Network and Sharing Center”. You can see this link at the top of your screen. At the upper-left side of your screen, you can see the “Advanced Sharing Settings” link. 

Now, all you need to do is turn on the “ Turn on file and printer sharing” box. This tab is located in the “File and printer sharing” section of the menu. 

Check the “Turn on file and printer sharing” box. You’ll find this box in the “File and printer sharing” section. 

Now you will click on the “Save Changes” tab and you are all good to share your files between the systems. 

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Samzec

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Sam is an accomplished writer, blogger and tech-savvy enthusiast. His passion lies in helping others understand the complexities of the latest and greatest in information technology.

He specializes in producing comprehensive, step-by-step guides that are designed to be easily followed by even the most novice user. Sam’s work has been featured across multiple blogs and websites and has helped countless individuals get the most out of their technology experience.

With over a decade of experience in writing about technology related topics and a degree in computer science, Sam is considered one of the leading experts on all things tech.

When he’s not writing or coding, he enjoys spending time with his family, playing guitar and exploring new places around the world.

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