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Irishtim · 11-19-2001, 10:37 PM

Just one thing that hit me. What is the difference between Cat 5 and Cat 5E? If nic cards only go to 100mbs, than what is the need for Cat 5E? Also I have a system that is on this network that seems to lag in network speed compared to others. I have switched the computer to other locations and it works great. Could it be the Cat 5 cable? If it is what may have caused it?

Thanks in advanced.

Irishtim

11-19-2001, 10:37 PM	#1
Irishtim Member (5 bit) Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Michigan Posts: 27	Cat 5 cable ?? Just one thing that hit me. What is the difference between Cat 5 and Cat 5E? If nic cards only go to 100mbs, than what is the need for Cat 5E? Also I have a system that is on this network that seems to lag in network speed compared to others. I have switched the computer to other locations and it works great. Could it be the Cat 5 cable? If it is what may have caused it? Thanks in advanced. Irishtim