How to attach a Cat 6 Cable

Cat 6 cables are used in lot of industries now-a-days to shift information among computer units, including computers, home theater devices, video game consoles and network switches and hubs. The transfer rate of cat 6 cables is higher as compared to cat 5 cables. To connect a cat 6 cable between two devices, you will have to undergo a particular process.

1. Locate the port where you will attach the cat 6 cable in, in the system. The port is of a shape of the wire.
2. At one end of the cat 6 cables there is a RJ45 connector attached. Connect this to the Ethernet port, lining up the connector such that it fixes to the curve of the port. Attach the connector properly, unless it is completely connected.
3. The same way there will be a connector attached to the other end also. Connect this end to the other system in the port available.

How to Test a Cat 5 Cable

A cat 5 is a category 5 cable which when used in surplus can break. This cable is used to connect a computer to the LAN. These cables are used to set a computer network because of its ability to provide numerous clients on one computer network with an online connection. If your cat 5 cable if facing some problem, then testing it is an easy process.

1. To start the testing process, you will have to first remove it from the computer or the port it is attached to.
2. Also remove it from the router which gives the internet connection.
3. Now connect one side of a new and a working Cat 5 cable in the router and the other side on the computer port.

How to Join Two Telephone Cables

You must have seen houses where there are two telephone lines attached. If you are wondering how this can be possible, then i give you the answer. This is possible with the use of a RJ11 coupler. RJ11 coupler is a connector on the conclusion of the phone cable. You can connect two RJ11 cables to get two different phone lines. Its application is extremely simple:

1. First take one phone line and connect it to one of the RJ11 ports on the coupler.
2. Now connect the other end of the phone line to the wall jack.
3. Now take the second phone line and connect it to the other RJ11 slot on the coupler.
4. Connect the other end of the line to the RJ11 port on the phone. Your connection is complete.

How to Reseat USB & Power Cables

Re-seating a USB or a power cable is an easy task to do. USB or power cables are the equipments that attach you’re the peripheral equipment, such as computers, hard drives, printers, modems, cameras, etc. to its power supply. These power cables become loose, so it is important to check them form time to time. If these cables become loose, your equipment will not work. Some precautions needs to taken before re-seating a USB or a power cable.

1. Firstly, shut down or switch off the equipment to which the cable is attached.
2. Take out the plug out of the socket slowly by switching the power switch off.
3. Now properly insert the cable back into the power socket. Make sure that the plug is fully inserted into the socket.

Share Files Between Two Computers Using a LAN Cables

LAN cables are a twisted pair of unshielded cables that are used for various computer purposes. One of their functions includes copying files from one computer to another. These cables can also be used to connect laptops to each other. LAN cables look like Ethernet cables, thus one should be very careful before buying them. There are various types of LAN Cables that are identified with category rating. It depends on the features of the system, on which category cable will be best suited for your computer. Using a LAN cable for transferring files is the most easy and speedy process.

Make your Room look Neater by Arranging the Wires and Cables more Tidily

With so many electronic items coming into every home, it has become very difficult to arrange the wires and cables so that they do not create a mess in your house or office. It is important to keep these wires and cables untangled and neat. If your house or office is filled with confusing cords, it can prove out to be a lengthy process and dangerous too. You can try the following tips to organize your electronic wires and cables:

1. The first tip is to untangle the wires and cords so that you can know precisely what wire is of what device. You can do this either by disconnecting the wires or leave them connected. But it is recommended to switch off the plugs before doing this to avoid any risks of getting an electric shock. 
2. Now that you very clearly know what wires is used for what purpose, it is significant to estimate their importance. By this process you will know which wires or cables are useless and you can throw them away. This will reduce your burden automatically.