I suppose it is possible, as long as you can assign a different IP number...
The only difference between a crossover and normal UTP over a network router would be the half-duplex improved to full-duplex, meaning a larger bandwith, which it wouldn't mean any harm either way...Needless to say that you had to open/forward due ports on the router, then...
Hey Kim, I guess this is where a Wireless network setup would make a difference!...lol..hate those freakin UTP cables!.. ..