Cable Ethernet
Cable Ethernet
You've been advised to purchase a full copper Cat5e Ethernet cable rather than a stranded one for your 50/50 fiber internet connection. This is the only option you found that isn't of poor quality and specifies it's made of full copper, which should function properly.
Stranded or solid isn't crucial for most home setups. I'd follow the guidance in the fiber router manual or the ISP instructions. Stranded cables generally withstand more stress than solid ones, though this varies by use case. Most modern cables support gigabit speeds. 5E UTP cabling has been reliable for years. Your specific setup might be compatible, but solid connections offer less adaptability.
Unless you're aiming for a specific location, any connection will work equally well 50/50 without any problems.
Looking into the patch cable options, I’m considering the one with top reviews. It mentions being patch type, but I need to confirm compatibility before deciding.
In terms of cable length, if you switch to wireless, it's okay to be either stranded or solid—it won't affect durability or speed much. Just keep using what you have if it's already 5e.
They're not the main concern. Avoid Copper Clad Aluminum cables, but it shouldn't matter much at a distance. Just watch out—your microwave might interfere with your WiFi since both use 2.4 GHz, and the magnetron in your microwave will generate more power than your router.