[plug] Separate networks on switch

[Kai]

J Michael Gilks wrote:

> Just a quick question.
> I have 2 networks at home, eg 192.168.200.* and 192.168.201.*
> If I connect hosts from both networks to a switch will they still be able to 
> communicate.
> I am sure this won't work with a hub, but it would save some wiring if it 
> would work with an unmanaged switch.
> Can anyone help me out with this please.
> My google skills are lacking sometimes and I cannot come up with a string that 
> will give me a coherent answer,
> Google answers would be good as well, to save up as examples.
> 
> Thanks in advance.
> 
> Love
> Mike.

A switch or hub won't work because they're on different subnets, you'll 
need a router to tell the packets where to go.

Cheers
Kai