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Running CAT 5 cable outdoors

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Mar 15, 202619886 views
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I'm trying to extend my network to an unconnected garage that's about 20 yards away from my house. What's the best way to do this? Is there special outdoor-rated CAT5e/CAT6 I should use? If put it in a dug trench, do I need to put it in conduit? If I run parallel to electric, how much separation do…

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Yes. This article answers most of your questions. Is there special outdoor-rated cat5e/cat6 I should use? If put it in a dug trench, do I need to put it in conduit? If I run parallel to electric, how much separation do I need, and do I go UTP or STP…

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