Access Point needs crossover for Switch?

Sunbird

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In the following article at PCstats the say in paragraph 7, Link, that "Connecting the device to a PC requires a patch (straight through) Ethernet cable, while a crossover cable is required to plug the device into a hub or switch. Both cables are conveniently included in the box. "

Its true that the 2 cables are there, and yeah, ones a crossover, I have my Access point plugged into the switch using a normal cable, not a crossover, could this cause a problem in the future somehow? since everything seems to be working correctly now.

Or are these guys just stupid?

Any opinions will be appreciated greatly
 

JackMDS

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Access Point to Switch jack - Straight CAT5 cable.

Access Point to Computer (NIC) - CrossOver CAT5 cable.