Creating a STRAIGHT-THROUGH Cable
Lab Assignment
Objectives:
- Read color schemes for wiring.
- Understand the process for creating cables.
- Identify the tools used to create network cables.
- Test cables using a cable tester.
Materials:
CAT-5 Ethernet Cable
RJ-45 Connectors
Wire Cutter / Electrician Snips
Wire Diagram
Industry standards have been established to make sure that everyone who deals with the same type of technology can ensure interconnectivity. Think of standards as an agreement among all the users. This way someone making a switch or router will know exactly how the cable is wired.
There are two types of straight-through ethernet cables. One standard is used for government building which is the T568A standard and the other is used for commercial applications which is the T568B standard. We will be using the T568B standard shown in the image to the right.
Video: How to Make an Ethernet Cable
How to crimp a network cable | Cat 5 | RJ45
Create Your Own Cable:
Strip off the wire casing.
Unravel the twisted wires.
Clip the wires to fit in RJ-45 clip
Crimp the RJ-45 Connector
Visually inspect the clip.
Test the cable.
Video: How to test your cable using a Cable Tester
BNC, RJ-11 / 12, RJ-45 Cable Testers