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topane · 01-31-2001, 02:13 PM

I think that the minimum cable length for ethernet cable is 18 inches, but it should work anyways. I agree with Blu, you most likely have a hosed wall jack or one of those 800 little pieces of cable isn't all there. Your maximum distance is well within spec (100m).

I have a 2-piece tester from Paladin Tools at work which works great http://www.cdw.com/shop/products/default.asp?EDC=213663 but it's a little expensive if you're just going to use it a couple of times. A former co-worker of mine has this one http://www.cdw.com/shop/products/default.asp?EDC=240795 which is cheaper and works well.

[Edited by topane on 01-31-2001 at 01:21 PM]

01-31-2001, 02:13 PM	#4
topane turducken all the time Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Between the wheels Posts: 5,055	I think that the minimum cable length for ethernet cable is 18 inches, but it should work anyways. I agree with Blu, you most likely have a hosed wall jack or one of those 800 little pieces of cable isn't all there. Your maximum distance is well within spec (100m). I have a 2-piece tester from Paladin Tools at work which works great http://www.cdw.com/shop/products/default.asp?EDC=213663 but it's a little expensive if you're just going to use it a couple of times. A former co-worker of mine has this one http://www.cdw.com/shop/products/default.asp?EDC=240795 which is cheaper and works well. [Edited by topane on 01-31-2001 at 01:21 PM] __________________ Shall we buy a new guitar? Shall we drive a more powerful car?