Coupler for Cat5e. Will I notice problems?

[RC7]

Ok, I have to drive upto philly today to network my sister's and her roommate's computer. They want to go with a cross over cable because it cheaper than a hub (atleast at any B&M store). Problem is, staples only carries a 10ft crossover; they need atleast 30. I was planning on coupling the crossover with a regular patch cable. Would they notice any speed problems, or worse?

 

[ojai00]

i'm not sure if you can couple crossover cables or not. i currently use 2 couplers to network my 2 computers at home, but they are going into a router. i dont really notice any speed differences, but i have never tested. good luck.

 

[RC7]

I read on a different post that it was ok to couple a crossover with a patch. If you don't notice any issues with the coupler, they sure won't ^_-. Seems to be the best last minute solution. If i had gotten around to ordering a cable i coulda got a 50ft one for the price of a 10ft at staples, oh well.

 

[ScottMac]

TO my knowledge, there are no Cat5e rated couplers. There are Cat5 rated couplers, and they would be jus' fine for 100 meg Ethernet. If you buy an unlabled / unrated coupler, chances are it's not a Cat 5 capable device, and may degrade performance.

Check Radio Shack, CompUSA, Circuit City, or many electrical/electronic parts supply stores. I think they have rated couplers. They may also have longer jumpers (straight through and crosover).

Good Luck

Scott

 

[RC7]

I called radio shack last night, and asked for a cat5 coupler. They said they had it, so I assume it should work out ok.

 

[nightowl]

BlackBox carries Cat5(e) rated couplers. They run about $15 though, but they do exist.

 

[Eltano1]

If a coupler cost $15.00, why no put $5.00 more and go for a hub. I think that it will be a better setup.

Best regards

Eltano

 

[PC Freak]

Yes your on the right track. and no, you notice any problems.