Spool for Monoprice Cat6 cable?
Spool for Monoprice Cat6 cable?
Why not? Just a quick note, the monoprice CAT6 is 23 AWG—really thick. You might need to gently press the jacket side before fitting it into an Ethernet jack. I own some of this and it’s super cool to work with cables. Just keep an eye on the boot settings and wire order. Haha!
The wire sequence remains identical for both. Just two types exist: A and B. I personally use type B.
It should work fine. The jack isn't significantly different. Keep in mind that the 23AWG cable bends less than the 24AWG cable they use in patch cables. For tight turns, you might need smaller patch cables. Overall, I'm satisfied with the outcome. I have 24 cables running from the top of my server rack down to the floor, where the Ethernet jacks are located.
yeah my application will be mostly connecting my desktop and modem to a router that will be down the hall from my room. Unfortunately I'm too cheap to really look at getting a modem with two Ethernet ports so I could just use my extremely long 50' Cat5e AmazonBasics cable and plug directly into the modem. Reason being the 2 in 1 from CenturyLink in my room is unable to penetrate the entire house very well and it's not a super large house, and I'm not doing in wall cabling although it'd be neat, not gonna happen. My PC doesn't move that much so it's fine it's a bit more stiff.
Also, try not to connect your PC straight to the modem. Routers serve as a kind of base firewall too. I don’t know about a modem with two Ethernet ports—it’s not really a router. From my construction background, I remember my dad (general contractor) would push me if I didn’t install proper inwall cabling. I ran Ethernet throughout the house, sometimes needing to drill through the attic. My APs mounted on the ceiling also draw power from my room.
I noticed a device with dual Ethernet connections, but I'm not sure which one. It seemed unusual.
It seems you're questioning the value of what you're doing. The focus should be on saving rather than spending more than necessary. Unnecessary expenses add clutter and lead to waste over time.
But the custom length cables really catch the eye. I’d never consider selling them anyway. The machines are simply much quicker for creating patch cables. For me, it was more about gaining experience than being useful. Plus, we purchased the 1000 ft spool assuming we’d be running Ethernet cables on a job, but they broke us so I ended up with this box instead... well, that’s why we did it. Haha!