Distributed network repeater system

摘要: A repeater, useable for connecting switches in a data communication network, is provided distributed and/or modular fashion. The repeater includes plurality of separate and distinct components or modules connected to at least partially housed in, the various which couple. Preferably, autodetects autoconfigures some all aspects operations, such as detecting configuring appropriate full/half-duplex mode operation response approved cable-type connections. facilitates accommodating switching needs network grows contracts.