Converting Cat 6 patch cable to crossover

Question

Hi,   I mistakenly purchased a Cat. 6 patch cable to network my Inspiron 8200 and my mother's Dimension 8200, both running XP with factory installed Ethernet cards.   Is the protocol the same for converting cat 6 cable as cat 5?   Thank you,   Mopsa

DELL-Cody · Answer

According to the documentation I have read regarding Category 6 cabling, the only difference between Cat 5e and Cat 6 is that Cat 6 has higher transmission capabilities. The wiring within the cable should be the same, as Cat 5e connectors can be placed on Cat 6 cables.

Mopsa · Answer

Thank you!!   Mopsa

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Converting Cat 6 patch cable to crossover

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