Ethernet MHz Speed: Does It Make a Difference?
Aug 21, 2025

Ethernet MHz Speed: Does It Make a Difference?

Confused by Ethernet “MHz speed” on cable specs? Learn how megahertz (frequency), cable Category (Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6A), and application bandwidth (1G/2.5G/5G/10G) actually...
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Different Ethernet Cable Colors and Their Purposes: What They Mean and When to Use Them
May 01, 2025

Different Ethernet Cable Colors and Their Purposes: What They Mean and When to Use Them

Ever wondered why Ethernet cables come in so many colors? This guide breaks down what different Ethernet cable colors mean,...
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Facts About Ethernet Cable Jacket Ratings
Feb 06, 2025

Facts About Ethernet Cable Jacket Ratings

Choosing the right Ethernet cable jacket is critical for safety and reliability. From plenum-rated CMP cables to outdoor-ready CMX cables,...
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What does 10/100/1000 Base-T mean?
Dec 27, 2024

What does 10/100/1000 Base-T mean?

Understanding Ethernet speed is crucial in today’s data-driven world. The 10/100/1000 Base-T standard ensures compatibility and reliability for Ethernet networks,...
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Conduit Fill Chart for Ethernet and Coaxial Cable
Nov 27, 2024

Conduit Fill Chart for Ethernet and Coaxial Cable

Learn how to calculate conduit fill for Ethernet and coaxial cables using the “40% Rule.” Avoid cable damage, master installation...
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Basic Components of a Fiber Optic Cable
Sep 12, 2024

Basic Components of a Fiber Optic Cable

In this blog, we'll take a look under the hood of a fiber optic cable. We'll break down each of...
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Running Outdoor Ethernet Cable: Tips, Techniques and Best Practices
Aug 22, 2024

Running Outdoor Ethernet Cable: Tips, Techniques and Best Practices

Running Ethernet cable outdoors is a common task, especially with the increasing use of Wi-Fi access points and IP surveillance...
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What Do All The Colors Mean? Fiber Optic Color Code Explained
May 23, 2024

What Do All The Colors Mean? Fiber Optic Color Code Explained

This blog examines fiber optic color coding standards and how color is used to identify different cable components like the jacket,...
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Why Is VIOLET In My Fiber Cabling Installation?
Apr 25, 2024

Why Is VIOLET In My Fiber Cabling Installation?

This guide examines the introduction of violet jacket coloring for OM4 fiber optic cables. It covers the legacy use of...
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