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how do i set up a lan party through the cable independent of my internet connection ?

You need a network switch and one cable for each device you want to connect. I.E. a switch, cables and PS2s, or Xboxes, or PCs.

do i need an active internet connection in order for the switch to work or does it work without any internet connection ?

Nope, the switch works as the communications center and handles things like the internet would, just in a closed environment.

thanks teancum that explains.