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5/16/2010 5:59 PM

	hank.ensing
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CAT5E Cable problem

Modified By hank.ensing on 5/16/2010 6:13:14 PM)

Can you tell me why my cable does not allow me to connect to the internet?

The cable runs between a computer and a router.

PC || RJ45---------------------------------------------RJ45 || Router

This works well. Then I use the femail connector on the right below...

Then I extend it thus...

PC || RJ45---------------------RJ45 F/Male Connector--------------------F/Male connector RJ45-----------------RJ45 || Router

This does not work. The wiring is all straight through. No crossover.

What is the problem? How can I fix it?

5/18/2010 9:00 PM

	uanmi
45 posts

Re: CAT5E Cable problem

Hi, It looks like the crossover may be in the RJ45 female / RJ45 female. This is an unusual way to create a longer cable. I recommend buying a longer cable and this should resolve the problem.

Alternatively, use a crossover cable in the last link and see if this resolves the problem.

Do you have access to a multimeter or a friend with a multimeter? Get one and then find out what the copper connectivity is at both ends.

regards, Mark

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