[lug] Tad OT: Cat 5 cable interference?

[Paul Bille]

> I'd go get some CAT 5e . . .

>> Category 5E and Cat 6 cables require a special offset connector that is
different from a standard category 5 connector.  In addition, the intricate
assembly of these cables can be difficult to do in the field. They require
sweep testing with sophisticated instruments to assure performance. This is
why we do not recommend making of cat 5E and cat 6 patch cables in the
field. For true cat 5E, or cat 6 performance, we strongly recommend our
factory made cables.

This a quote from LANshack.com

http://www.lanshack.com/highlights/makepatch.htm - LANschack.com

Paul
http://bille.cudenver.edu/author