What's the longest CAT 5 patch...?
Duval Network Cabling
Question: What's
the longest (maximum length) CAT 5 patch or crossover cable I
can use without signal loss?
Answer: The maximum length (maximum certifiable length) for CAT 5 patch or crossover cables is 328 feet (100 meters).
Beyond that, you run the risk of signal loss and other complications.
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