How To Make A Cat6 Network Ethernet Cable

If you plan to use snagless boots this would be a good time to slide them on.

How to make a cat6 network ethernet cable.

Cat 6 supports 10 gigabit ethernet only up to 164 feet of cable length. Be sure the boots will be facing out towards the connector. If you wish to make a crossover cable than use the other diagram in this case 568 a 14. An alternate method is given for connectors utilizing a load bar.

The large part of the boot is to cover the connector so should be closets to the cut. A key point to remember in making ethernet patch cords is that the twists in the individual pairs should remain entwined as long as possible until they reach the rj 45 plug termination. Notes regarding making category 6 patch cable. This procedure generally applies to cat 6 rj45 connectors.

The twisting of the pairs in the network cable is what helps to ensure good connectivity and keeps cross talk interference to a minimum. For crossover cables simply make one end of the cable a t568a and the other end a t568b. Cut the cable to the length needed. See snagless boots.

Place the boots on the cable. Test the cable using a high quality four pair tester. Repeat the procedure on the other end of the cable using the same wiring diagram. For this we recommend our lantest pro cable tester.

Making ethernet cables is easy with a box of bulk category 5e ethernet cable and rj 45 connectors that are attached to the cut ends of your preferred cable length. Now you can make ethernet cables of any length fix broken connectors or make yourself a crossover cable.