A purple twisted pair is a color-coded cable used in Ethernet connections.
A purple twisted pair is a color-coded cable used in Ethernet connections.
I wasn't sure what it was at first, but I checked everywhere online without finding a clear match. The camera had a patch panel that wasn't securely connected, and when I tried to reattach it, it used an 8-pair cable with colors orange, off-green, brown, and purple. Could anyone identify the type of cable?
It seems like a standard Ethernet cable. Not every cable follows the same color scheme exactly. Just make sure the wires are in the right sequence. Also, confirm that what you're referring to as "purple" isn't actually a blue wire—many people overlook these details. Typically, I clarify the color and the person will specify the correct one. A diagram could also be useful. My assumption is still a typical network cable with mismatched colors.
Interesting fact, the sequence of your colors doesn't really impact the outcome as long as both ends are handled consistently. You could run into problems near the specification limits—like a 100m run needing precise timing—but overall it should work out fine.
You're right about your switch. The cable diagnostics showed some issues with a few pairs, so I'm planning to re-terminate it on another port in the patch panel. I'm hoping this fixes the problem without affecting the cameras. Just wanted to avoid terminating an Ethernet at such a low voltage.
Thanks, I'm considering resetting it once more since the switch is showing shorts on some pairs. I'm just checking if it was set up properly on the exterior camera side—it's tough to reach and it's freezing outside.
It might be the dye used in the cable. I've noticed purple-like "blue" conductors in generic Cat6. It functions, but that's not ideal. Stick to the standard; it's simpler than altering both ends. There are variations between color combinations. Since they transmit balanced signals at certain frequencies, each has a unique twist count per inch to minimize noise interference. Depending on your home's setup and whether you're using line voltage cables (which you probably shouldn't if possible), there could be a noticeable variation.
The switch model is a 2540 48g HP Aruba. I'm guessing it might not be what we expected, so I'll likely have to redo both ends to meet standard requirements. The previous IT staff didn't follow any standard procedures, which has made it difficult for us to understand how everything functions.