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Tech: question about network cables

Discussion in 'Tilted Gear' started by Shagg, Aug 23, 2011.

  1. Shagg

    Shagg Vertical

    Location:
    Los Angeles
    I've got a bunch of cat6 and a bunch of rj-45 connectors rated for cat5e. Any reason these wouldn't work together?
     
    Shagg, Aug 23, 2011
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  2. martian

    martian Server Monkey Staff Member

    Location:
    Mars
    They'll work just fine. You'll get a bit more crosstalk off the 5e ends but it's not likely to matter for most home applications.
     
    martian, Aug 24, 2011
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  3. Shagg

    Shagg Vertical

    Location:
    Los Angeles
    Well the real problem ended up being the cable wouldn't fit into the connector. So it's a bit flimsy. Also the boots I had wouldn't fit because the cat6 is just a hair thicker than cat5e. The cable looks pretty mickey mouse compared to what I used to make in my lan party days.
     
    Shagg, Aug 24, 2011
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