Step-by-Step Guide to Make an Ethernet Cable

Tina Pendleton
Jul 20, 2017 · 3 min read
Step-by-Step Guide to Make an Ethernet Cable

Internet connection is an important thing that is required in the present times. The word Ethernet depicts the connection to one’s computers through the tiny wires that hook at the back of one’s computer. However, most of the cables come in varied sizes that can be too small or bigger than the requirement. To solve this problem, one can learn how to make Ethernet cable that will help the person to save themselves by spending money on the technicians or paying the expensive labor fee.

For this, one can look forward to these eight steps to make an Ethernet cable:

Step 1

For making, an Ethernet cable, one needs

  • Unshielded twisted pair (UTP) patch cables
  • Crimping tool
  • Cable tester (optional)
  • Modular Connector (8P8C plug or RJ45)

After collecting the required material, it is necessary to strip the cable jacket from the end that is nearly about 1.5 inches.

Step 2

After this spread, the twisted wires apart and under this:

  • For the Cat5e, one should pull the string to strip the jacket down and after that cut the pull string
  • The Cat6 also has cables that need to be put down

Step 3

One should untwist the wire pairs to align them in the T568B orientation while they are learning how to make Ethernet cable. It is required to cables twisted so the person should not unwind them further to the down from where the jacket begins.

Step 4

The wires should be cut to nearly 0.5 inches from the end of the jacket as straight as possible. This will make it easier to place them inside the RJ-45 plug. The wires should be brought close to each other as much as possible so that the wires do not get jammed.

Step 5

All the cut-down wires should pass through the modular connector, and it should be made sure that they must pass through the right guides inside the connector.

Step 6

The person should push the connector inside the crimper or the crimping tool. After this, press the crimper firmly and one should not press it too hard.

Step 7

For making the other end of the cable through the connector, the person can repeat the above-said processes for the same. This will help in joining the cables from both the sides in an even way.

Step 8

After the above steps, the person should perform the below actions.

  • With the help of the cable tester, one should test each pin in order to see if each cable is terminated properly or not.
  • For ensuring that the person is getting strong Internet signal through the creation of the Ethernet cable, one should connect a networking device with a LED network.

From the above steps, it should be clear for you that how to make Network Ethernet cable with the help of the connectors and the wires at your home. With the help from this resource, you can easily create an Ethernet cable of the required length.

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Tina Pendleton

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My Name is tina pendleton. If you are a fan of gaming, then you should be looking for a fast and reliable internet connection to enjoy uninterrupted game play.

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