what cable quality is this switch rated at such as cat6, cat5e, cat5?
1136613
I don't see manual inside the box and the box doesn't say which CAT it supports, but I have no problem using it with my gigabit router and getting same speed as before. Overall I"m very happy with this simple device. Very well built and it works wonderfully. Been looking for such a device for years. Sure you can use firewall to block/unblock internet traffic, but with this switch, when turned off, only GOD can get in your computer. :)
1136614
I'm not sure there's any way to know without opening it up (IIRC, it didn't include any paperwork). Although I never tested it for max speed, I used it on a gigabit link and regularly transferred data at well above 100Mbps without issue.
1136615
The packaging does not state anywhere a cable rating. But I use "C2G / Cables to Go 27150 Cat6 Snagless Patch Cable, Black (1 Foot/0.30 Meters)" patch cable which is a cat6 rated cable with no issues I've noticed.
370503
Mine is a cat6 24awg twist pair copper wire. It's cheaper than a cat6a but it works great. It's been installed about a year now through the walls and the attic and across the breezeway into the garage attic and down to another wall, and no problem at all.
857886
Since this is 1g you only need cat5e, cat6 is used for higher speeds such as 10g.
364121
They have pre-assembled connectors on both ends, so it's hard to tell. However, it should be within cat5e specification, and I have run POE devices over it without any problems so far. If I have occasion to cut any of the ends off I will let you know what I find...
1376925
So far I have tested several lengths up to and including 100 feet and it worked fine. The standard CAT5E length for Ethernet of 100 meters is slightly more than 300 feet. If the user wants to wait until Monday for an answer, I think I have a spool longer than that on which I can install ends and test. Meanwhile, I would suggest using a stronger new 9-volt dry cell.
1238840
I believe the only difference between CAT5 and CAT6 is the cable. The connector does plug on both sides so you don't have to wire it.
2040108
Cat6 uses a thicker copper and insulation to help reduce near end cross talk and the staggered ends of the new plugs take this into account as opposed to Cat5e jacks which are flat. Hope this helps :-)
947971
Both Cat5e cables are 24AWG, copper stranded 4PR UTP with a RJ45 connector on each end. I purchased a 100 foot length for the attic and a 25 foot length for inside the house.
2103365
Google them. Each will carry different speeds. Cat6 is the fastest so if you are running at Cat6 speed and use a Cat5e the speed will be reduced. Cat6 is relatively new so I doubt you are running at that speed so it will probably work ok.
181429
Im pretty sure you could because CAT5 and 6 have the same connectors. The only problem I could think of is if you have really high data transfer ratesbut this may not be rated for CAT6 speeds but it should still work.
1908011
Bryce, all these cables are a little different in their specs. But, they all will do the job. The older cable Cat5 is the slowest, the Cat 5e is faster, but of little difference, if you are not noticing any lag while moving files on your network or internet. The Cat 6 is the modern stuff (faster, less inference, etc), if you can afford to use it, that's the way to go. But, for normal work any one of these will do the job, and only if your doing a completely new wiring of a house or business should you think of getting the Cat 6. Of course, if your having any problems with anything wired, I would go for the newer Cat 6. Bryce, all these cables are a little different in their specs. But, they all will do the job. The older cable Cat5 is the slowest, the Cat 5e is faster, but of little difference, if you are not noticing any lag while moving files on your network or internet. The Cat 6 is the modern stuff (faster, less inference, etc), if you can afford to use it, that's the way to go. But, for normal work any one of these will do the job, and only if your doing a completely new wiring of a house or business should you think of getting the Cat 6. Of course, if your having any problems with anything wired, I... » Read More Bryce, all these cables are a little different in their specs. But, they all will do the job. The older cable Cat5 is the slowest, the Cat 5e is faster, but of little difference, if you are not noticing any lag while moving files on your network or internet. The Cat 6 is the modern stuff (faster, less inference, etc), if you can afford to use it, that's the way to go. But, for normal work any one of these will do the job, and only if your doing a completely new wiring of a house or business should you think of getting the Cat 6. Of course, if your having any problems with anything wired, I would go for the newer Cat 6. « Show Less
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Yes, Cat 5e and 6 use similar technology. Plugging either connector on will work. You won't be cat 6 compliant. But yes it will work. Do a quick search on the difference between them (cable size, etc). One important thing to remember is that a gigabit connection uses all 4 pair of wire. So, don't use 1 pair of the wires as a telephone connection as a way to cheat pulling a whole other cable.
1331501
You should be able to plug it into any CAT5 plug. It shouldn't matter since it is on your LAN.
1795207
2 meters. It's a 5e cable. You should, like I did, leave it in its package and use a cat 6a (or 6e) cable to ensure max through-put. Of course, that kinda mandates you using smart Ethernet switches and 6 cables to all of your wired connections to max your system through-put.
1348675
It is positively RJ45. I just now looked at mine and verified the number of pin connectors (8) on the RJ45/Cat5 connector. Heck, I even went on BING and did an image search comparing RJ11 to RJ45 (in case I had a brain fart) and confirmed it there as well: It uses RJ45.
1027952
Please visit the following link for cable differences. http://www.cableorganizer.com/articles/cat5-cat5e-cat6.htm
703257
Well, I am using it to cat 6 plugs and cables and works but i did not fully test it on gigabit switch, but for phone links i guess this will work.