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Is this okay for cat5e?

That is lots of cable for "random purposes" for when the "need arises", and also your first post...
Some people might just think this is a way to advertise.

Without more information on what your intentions are, can't say much more.
 
Elixer said:
That is lots of cable for "random purposes" for when the "need arises", and also your first post...
Some people might just think this is a way to advertise.

Without more information on what your intentions are, can't say much more.
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No I was just wondering if this was an okay purchase. I'm just wondering if anyone has any specific brands they like or if brands even matter for the quality. I would assume that the brands don't really matter if they are making the cable by the standards.
 
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Do you need patch cables, or in-wall installation? If patch cables, seriously, just look for a sale and buy them. Pre-made cables are generally of much higher quality than self-made cables (and I speak from experience here, as well as the recommendations of many of the professionals that frequent this forum).

Just buy a dozen 3', a dozen 10-14', and maybe a couple 25' or 50'.
 
This is why I said "Without more information on what your intentions are, can't say much more."
If you want to make your own cables, and this is your first time... or do you really need multiple 100ft runs or something or what exactly?
If that don't apply, then listen to VirtualLarry
 
The link shows solid core cabling. This is not meant to crimp RJ-45's on to the ends. This is for keystone to keystone "home" runs back to a patch panel or switch. If you want to make your own cables and put RJ-45's on the end, then get stranded cabling.

To answer the original question, never heard of that brand....but that is cheap/
 
If you're trying to make patch cables with the rj45 ends, make sure you get non plenum cable. Also make sure you get a cable tester.
 
No, this is copper core aluminum (CCA). Run away.

Frankly you aren't going to find 100% copper cabling for less than about $65 for a 500ft box unless it is sloppy seconds.

If you want to make patch cables, get stranded cable. If you are doing in wall, get solid core. You do not need a cable tester if making cables. So long as you test them with something, you are fine (you know, use them).
 
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