Messages in this thread | | | From | (Michael Shields) | Subject | Re: Cheap network for two hosts ? | Date | 29 Dec 1998 10:29:02 +0000 |
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In article <Pine.LNX.4.03.9812281336530.1425-100000@mercator.cs.kuleuven.ac.be>, Geert Uytterhoeven <Geert.Uytterhoeven@cs.kuleuven.ac.be> wrote: > The same is true for el-cheapo RJ-45 connectors. My hit rate for UTP shrinking > using 0.95 EUR connectors is about 99%, compared to 75% (_after_ twiddling with > tiny screwdrivers and cabletesters to avoid loosing too many connectors, else > I'd say <5%) for the 0.20 EUR ones.
The tool here matters as well -- I have not found any better than the AMP version, but they run over $100. I'd recommend borrowing a *good* pair of crimpers, or else using store-bought cables. -- Shields.
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