Category 5 cableCategory 5 (CAT5) cable is a multi-pair (usually 4 pair) high performance cable that consists of twisted pair conductors, used mainly for data transmission. Basic CAT5 cable was designed for characteristics of up to 100 MHz. CAT5 cable is typically used for LAN Ethernet networks running at 10 or 100 Mbps. Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) construction makes the cable highly cost-effective for data networks.Category 5e CableCategory 5e (CAT5e) cable, also known as Enhanced Category 5, is designed to support full-duplex Fast Ethernet operation and Gigabit Ethernet. The main differences between CAT5 and CAT5e can be found in the specifications. The performance requirements have been raised slightly in the new standard.CAT5e has stricter specifications for Power Sum Equal-Level Far-End Crosstalk (PS-ELFEXT),...

In recent years we’ve seen an increase in demand for 28AWG CAT6A cables. As one of the pioneers of developing this product, we wanted to take some time to explain some of the differences between the CAT6A cables on the market. What’s the difference between U/UTP and S/FTP? The letters are so similar, so someone unfamiliar with these products may miss the difference. U/UTP – Unshielded Twisted Pair U/UTP, sometimes also called UTP, stands for unshielded twisted pair. Inside the CAT6A UTP cable, each pair of cables is twisted and separated by a cross divider. This is the cheapest and most common type of cable implemented. S/FTP – Shielded, Foiled Twisted Pair S/FTP stands for shielded foiled twisted pair. Inside the CAT6A...

Questions You want to know about PoE Switch In recent years, the development of PoE power supply technology has been gaining momentum. With a series of advantages such as simplifying the installation and deployment of power-using devices, energy saving, and security, PoE power supply has become a new favorite for scenarios such as wireless coverage, security monitoring, and smart grid. Question 1: What is PoE technology? PoE (Power Over Ethernet) refers to a technology that provides DC power to IP-based terminals (such as IP phones, wireless LAN access point APs, network cameras, etc.) while transmitting data to such devices without any changes to the existing Ethernet Cat.5 cabling infrastructure. PoE technology can ensure the safety of existing structured wiring while ensuring the...

Your Complete PoE Switch Guide PoE switches are clever devices that can improve the efficiency, flexibility and scalability of a network. Understanding the functionality of PoE switches allows you to harness their capabilities effectively when setting up your network. In this comprehensive QSMpoint guide, we aim to provide a definite answer to the question ‘what is a PoE ethernet switch’ by covering the different types of PoE switches, their functionalities and the benefits of using them in your network.  What is a PoE Switch? A PoE switch is an advanced network switch that incorporates Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology. This type of technology revolutionised network connections, as it allows the switch to deliver both power and data to a device simultaneously. As a PoE switch requires only...

A Cat6 patch cable, also known as a Cat6 Ethernet cable, is a type of network cable used for connecting devices to a local area network (LAN). It is commonly used in homes, offices, and other buildings to connect computers, routers, switches, and other networking equipment.Some common uses for a Cat6 patch cable include:1.Connecting a computer to a router or switch2.Connecting a network-attached storage (NAS) device to a router or switch3.Connecting a IP camera to a router or switch4.Connecting a gaming console to a router or switch5.Connecting a smart TV to a router or switch6.Connecting a printer to a router or switch7.Connecting a Blu-ray player to a router or switch8.Connecting a home security system to a router or switch9.Connecting a home automation...