COPPER

CABLE
SPLICING
Modem –(Modulator-Demodulator) The modem is a device that allows a given computer to
share data or otherwise a device that lets computers exchange information.
Hub –is a small, simple, inexpensive device that joins multiple computers together. Many
network hubs available today support the Ethernet standard. Other types including USB hubs
also exist, but Ethernet is the type traditionally used in home networking.
Bridge –is a device filters data traffic at a network boundary. Bridges reduce the amount
of traffic on LAN by dividing it into two segments.
Ethernet Switch –is a device that gathers the signals from devices that are connected to it,
and then regenerates a new copy of each signal.
Routers –are small physical devices that join multiple networks together.
Network Gateway –is an internetworking system capable of joining together two networks
that use different base protocols.
-A network gateway can be implemented completely in the software, completely in
hardware, or as a combination of both.
Modem –is a contraction of the terms modulator and demodulator.
-The modem modulates the signal at the sending end and demodulates at the
receiving end.
-Modems perform a simple function: They translate digital signals from a computer
into analog signals that can travel across conventional phone lines.
WHAT IS AN ETHERNET
CABLE?
-Ethernet cables are a type of network cable.
-They are designed to work with Ethernet
ports. Ethernet ports can be found on
routers, computers, TVs, and most
internet and network-enabled devices.
Hardwiring devices has its benefits,
including faster internet and more reliable
connectivity.
TWO TYPES OF ETHERNET CABLES:
1. STRAIGHT THROUGH Ethernet cables are the standard cable used for almost
all purposes, and are often called “patch cables.”
2. CROSSOVER CABLES - The purpose of Crossover Ethernet cable is to
directly connect one computer to another computer to another computer (or
device) without going through a router, switch or hub.
HOW TO
MAKE AN
ETHERNET
CABLE?
Step 1 – Spool out your length of
cable
Pull out enough cable to run the
length required for your installation.
Be sure to allow enough to trim
several inches off each end. It’s
always better to go a little longer
than to not have enough cable!
Step 2 – Strip off the outer jacket
Insert the cable into your wire stripper. In
this demonstration, we are using a round
Cat 5 cable. If you use a flat cable then
you need to use a stripper for flat cable.
Most strippers designed for creating
network cables can do either cable type.
Rotate the stripper around the cable until
the entire circumference of the jacket has
been cut. Inspect the inner wires to make
sure none of them have been nicked. If
any are showing exposed copper wire then
you need to adjust your blade depth and
try again.
Step 3 – Separate your wire pairs
Untwist all 4 pairs of wires and
straighten them out the best you can. If
there are any white fibers or a plastic
divider in the center you can now trim it
off.
Step 4 – Arrange wires according to
diagram
Line up the individual wires in the order
shown on your diagram. In our example,
we used the common Wiring Diagram B
layout. Use your thumb and index finger
to straighten out all the individual wires,
while keeping a good grip to keep them
in order.
Step 5 – Cut the wires
Cut the wires flush about 1/2″ from
where the jacket was stripped off
the cable. Make sure to leave
enough that the ends of the wires
can reach the pins of the
connectors. The cable needs to go
inside the connector housing
enough for the crimp tab to come
down on top of the jacket and hold
it in place.
Step 6 – Insert wires into connector
Insert the wires into the connector. Make
sure the connector is oriented properly,
the release tab should be facing down
toward the ground. Ensure all wires are
still in the correct order after they are
pushed all the way to the pins.
Step 7 – Crimp the connector
Insert your connector with the wire
inside the 8P8C slot of your crimp tool.
Give the crimp tool a good squeeze to
ensure it goes through the full range of
motion and creates a proper crimp. Pull
your connector out of the crimp tool to
show your finished connector. Repeat all
of these steps to crimp a connector on
the other end of your cable.
Optional: Test your cable
Use a modular/LAN cable tester to
ensure all 8 wires are making a
connection.
Test 1. Direction: Answer the following blanks. The choices are in the box.

Modem Hub Route Ethernet Cable

________1. Is an internetworking system capable of joining together two networks that use different base
protocols.
________2. Is a device filters data traffic at a network boundary.
________3. Are small physical devices that join multiple networks
together.
________4. A device that allows a given computer to share data or otherwise a device that lets computers
exchange information.
________5. Is a device that gathers the signals from devices that are connected to it, and then
regenerates a new copy of each signal.
________6. Is a small, simple, inexpensive device that joins multiple computers together. Many network
hubs available today support the Ethernet standard. is a device that gathers the signals from devices that
are connected to it, and then regenerates a new copy of each signal.
________7. A type of network cable.
________8. Directly connect one computer to another computer to another computer (or device)
without going through a router, switch or hub.
Test 2. Direction: Arrange the following
steps.

________Arrange wires according to diagram