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B.5.6 Patch Cables

When installing equipment, replace old patch panel cables that do not meet Category 5e specifications. As pointed out in the NEXT section, this near end piece of cable is critical for successful operation.

B.5.7 Optimum Performance

For optimum performance of the 1000BASE-T product, it is important to fully qualify the cable installation and ensure it meets or exceeds ANSI/EIA/TIA-568-A:1995 or ISO/IEC 11801:1995 Category 5 specifications. Install Category 5e cable where possible, including patch panel cables. Minimize transition points, jacket removal, and untwist lengths. Bundling of cables is required to be properly installed to meet the requirements in ANSI/EIA/TIA-568A-3.

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