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jtb653

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5. Google "how to test a CAT 6 cable"

Reply to DonaldsRump (Reply #4)

Wed Feb 10, 2021, 04:40 PM

Feb 2021

here's one: https://www.wikihow.com/Test-an-Ethernet-Cable

not strong in networks either but usually figure things out.

ever thought of burying a new cable in conduit via a shallow trench? don't know
how motivated you would be for that one though.

good luck.

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Ethernet connection from Comcast/Xfinity; Data usage; good cable modem recs [View all] DonaldsRump Feb 2021 OP

My advice ... mr_lebowski Feb 2021 #1

Thank you, Mr. L! DonaldsRump Feb 2021 #2

Would it be difficult to... jtb653 Feb 2021 #3

It's a fairly long cable (about 100 feet or so) DonaldsRump Feb 2021 #4

Google "how to test a CAT 6 cable" jtb653 Feb 2021 #5

Thanks. You too get a heart. DonaldsRump Feb 2021 #7

I didn't realize your garage is a separate building entirely. mr_lebowski Feb 2021 #8

Ethernet cables can stop working with even a slight kink in the cable, and then it needs to be Nitram Feb 2021 #6

My suggestion discntnt_irny_srcsm Feb 2021 #9

Hearts given to all the kinds folks who took time to respond! nt DonaldsRump Feb 2021 #10