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n°95064
09-26-2008 at 11:54:09 PM

I am buying an ethernet cable that is around 20 meters and i want the best quality. I dont really care about the price. I dont know what type to get though. Should i get cat5 or cat6? Should i get STP? I am using the cable to connect to my router downstairs to my computer upstairs.

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Grumpy9117
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n°95068
09-27-2008 at 02:21:09 PM

Get either CAT5E or CAT6.

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SizroSpunkmire
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n°95078
09-29-2008 at 05:30:19 PM

The only difference between Cat5e and Cat6 is that Cat6 adheres to higher standards in terms of cable crosstalk and interference. Unless you have a giant electromagnet or something Cat5e will do the trick.

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n°95193
10-07-2008 at 05:54:32 AM

Cat6a is qualified for 10G Ethernet over copper wire. It's a lot more expensive, but if you're running a wire through a wall or underground you may want to splurge.


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