Ethernet Cable

[riptide]

I am trying to obtain a longer ethernet cable. Is the Belkin RJ45 high performance 6UTP Patch Cable the same thing. Looks to have the right connections at both ends. Thanks

[dabees]

Simple answer is Yes. RJ45 is Ethernet cable.

[ACtheTROLL]

yes - but don't waste money on "the best"
ethernet has a max length of 100m (total length including patch leads) - so in an ordinary situation a standard cat5 lead won't cause any problem - so unless you buy a ridiculously cheap one - you won't see any performance difference

[riptide]

Thanks all, I will have a look in PC World. Just to let you know AC, I have now got my desktop running via an ethernet cable rather than using my laptop on wireless. There is just no comparison in the speed or connectivity, cable 100% better.

[ACtheTROLL]

pc world it seem don't know what to charge
a 2m cable
dabs = �0.65
or maplins =�5.49
and finally PC World = �24.99

a standard lead shouldn't cost the earth but here are three "respected" suppliers - I admire pc world
..... bor their bare faced cheek (last time I saw similar - at least the guy wore a mask and striped jumper

http://www.dabs.com/productview.aspx?Quicklinx =T9M&SearchType=1&SearchTerms=ethernet+cable&P ageMode=3&SearchKey=All&SearchMode=All&Navigat ionKey=0

http://www.maplin.co.uk/Search.aspx?criteria=n etwork%20cable&source=15

http://www.pcworld.co.uk/martprd/store/pcw_pag e.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@0999339501.1223910749@@ @@&BV_EngineID=cccjadefgiekjedcflgceggdhhmdfho .0&page=Product&fm=null&sm=null&tm=null&sku=97 1032&category_oid=

[riptide]

Thanks AC for your help will give Maplins a go.