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Discussion in 'Networking (Hardware & Software)' started by Gringoyle, 2010/11/23.

  1. 2010/12/16
    Scott Smith

    Scott Smith Inactive Alumni

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    I haven't forgot about you Tony.
    Just got really busy.
     
  2. 2010/12/18
    Scott Smith

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    Tony I have had some time to think about my answer since I just worked three 16 hour days. :eek:

    Among the many things our company does, one of them is a cabling contractor.
    Most construction projects have a specification. Each trade has their own section in the specification with minimum standards of products, work, qualifications of technicians and testing procedures.

    In the cabling industry the front runner of organizations that provide standards, training, and certifications is BICSI. They reinforce TIA standards as well as help write them.

    A little bit on what the tests are here:
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Copper_cable_certification#The_Tests

    In my experience the cheap tester may pass but it won't tell me if the installer ran the cable along with a power wire, across light fixtures, kinked the cable, stretched it, exceeded the maximum length, or a whole list of other things.
    Testing gives you the satisfaction and peace of mind that "It's not the cable ".

    Be glad to answer any questions you have. Or we can start another thread if you like.
     

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  4. 2010/12/18
    TonyT

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    Thanks Scott.
    Seems a good tester comes in handy when t-shooting cables installed by others. I use a cheap tester when I run the cable & no issues because I always try to run them in conduits or chases if available, or if not available, away from other lines.

    Question: I read that ethernet only uses 2 pairs anyway, so why do we need the other 2 pairs.
     
  5. 2010/12/18
    Scott Smith

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    That's correct. 1,2,3 and 6 (Orange and green)
    The others act as buffers to suppress noise.

    Ever notice most cat5 modules punch those down on opposite sides?
     
  6. 2010/12/19
    TonyT

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    Please define "modules" in this context.
     
  7. 2010/12/19
    Scott Smith

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    Yea, I noticed that.
    I'm in the habit of using this order:
    1 White-Green
    2 Green
    3 White-Orange
    4 Blue
    5 White-Blue
    6 Orange
    7 White-Brown
    8 Brown
     
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    Scott Smith

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    Yep that's 568a
    I use that on voice circuits.
    The industry standard is 568b but I have been reading that 568a is making a comeback.
     
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