There are multiple connection options for a Network Printer.
1. The Printer can be attached to a Router and be available to all of the Network's Computers that can access that router.
2. If the printer is attached to Computer "A" (via USB or WiFi) any Computer on the Network that can access Computer "A" can be allowed to access the Printer. Of course Computer "A" MUST be up and running.
A symptom of a damaged patch cable between a workstation and the wall jack on a UTP network may include intermittent connectivity issues, such as the workstation frequently losing connection to the network or slow data transfer rates. Users might also experience difficulty accessing network resources or face repeated disconnections. Additionally, the network interface card on the workstation may display error messages or a limited connectivity status.
Router
A device with wireless connectivity or Ethernet ports, which otherwise connects a series of devices in a network topology.
A device with wireless connectivity or Ethernet ports, which otherwise connects a series of devices in a network topology.
it is a ring network
These are all devices called network connectivity devices. They allow a network to be either extended in range, or to add other clients/devices to the network. They have different functionality depending on what the client connection is used for.
Analog Switches FO Cables
data link port
A Router.
An Ethernet junction box is used to connect multiple Ethernet cables together in a network. It serves as a central point where cables can be plugged in, allowing devices to communicate with each other. The junction box helps facilitate network connectivity by providing a physical connection point for devices to share data and communicate over the network.
bus
A device with wireless connectivity or Ethernet ports, which otherwise connects a series of devices in a network topology.