# Wiring AI Node to Skynode

### Pre-requirements

In order to be able to test connection, you must first power [Skynode](https://docs.auterion.com/hardware-integration/skynode/evaluation-kit/powering-skynode) and [AI Node.](https://docs.auterion.com/hardware-integration/ai-node/evaluation-kit/power-ai-node)

### Ethernet connection

AI Node is connected to Skynode via 100Mbps Ethernet. This allows for the fastest possible data link to Skynode, as well as an easy way to [share internet](https://docs.auterion.com/hardware-integration/ai-node/evaluation-kit/internet-sharing-with-skynode), [bridge network devices](https://docs.auterion.com/hardware-integration/ai-node/connectivity/ai-node-as-network-bridge).

For the connection, use ETH Skynode cable *(item 115-00034)* which is part of [AI Node Eval Kit](https://docs.auterion.com/hardware-integration/ai-node/evaluation-kit). Connect 4 pin GH ETH on Skynode to 9 pin GH ETH0 on AI Node. Your data link setup should look like the following:

<figure><img src="https://3329189600-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FFW1Ge1p1f6WHyiYCb146%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-aa2b47520b93798339dc636ff1d7666bb07c5a9a%2FAINode%20X%20Skynode.png?alt=media" alt=""><figcaption><p>Ethernet connection between Skynode-AINode</p></figcaption></figure>

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Both ETH0 and ETH1 can be used for Skynode connection. However, it is recommended to use ETH0, as it is preconfigured for easier setup with Skynode, while ETH1 will require a manual configuration.
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When configuring [AI Node as bridge](https://docs.auterion.com/hardware-integration/ai-node/connectivity/ai-node-as-network-bridge), ETH0 shall be used. In order to use ETH1, network services will have to be modified.
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Once connected, enable [Internet Sharing with Skynode](https://docs.auterion.com/hardware-integration/ai-node/evaluation-kit/internet-sharing-with-skynode), or enable [AI Node as bridge](https://docs.auterion.com/hardware-integration/ai-node/connectivity/ai-node-as-network-bridge) in order to establish a data link and test the connection. As an alternative you can manually configure the network devices on both ends to suite your needs.