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===Ethernet Cable=== | ===Ethernet Cable=== | ||
These days, you should be using Cat6, Cat6a, or Cat7 cables. | These days, you should be using Cat6, Cat6a, or Cat7 cables. | ||
Cat6 is suitable for Gigabit runs up to 100 meters and 10 Gigabit up to 55 meters. | Cat6 is suitable for Gigabit runs up to 100 meters and 10 Gigabit up to 55 meters. | ||
For 10 Gigabit runs though, you'll want either Cat6a or Cat7. Both support 10 Gigabit up to 100 meters. | For longer 10 Gigabit runs though, you'll want either Cat6a or Cat7. Both support 10 Gigabit up to 100 meters. | ||
Cat7 will also do 40 Gb at 50 meters and 100 Gb at 15 meters. | Cat7 will also do 40 Gb at 50 meters and 100 Gb at 15 meters. | ||