How to terminate/create network cable
PURPOSE
Provide instructions on how to properly terminate a network cable
PROCESS
- Gather all materials
- Network cable
- Connector - RJ45
- Crimping tool
- Wire cutters/strippers
- After all materials are gathered and cable has been run to the necessary location we can start terminating the cable ends.
- Strip the outside wire approximately 1/2 in from the end of the cable.
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NOTE: Do not cut the colored strands inside as this will prevent the cable from working.
- Next is to order the smaller internal wires in the proper order.
- Mister uses the T568B connection order.
- Orange/White
- Orange
- Green/White
- Blue
- Blue/White
- Green
- Brown/White
- Brown
- Next, insert the ordered cables into the connector.
- Make sure to insert the cables in as far as they can to verify proper connections
- Now crimp the connector using the crimp tool
- The cable is now ready for testing and use.