[hpsdr] [OT] Ozy with Gb Ethernet - Shielded LAN

[James Courtier-Dutton]

Mike Naruta wrote:
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> Speaking of noisy Ethernet, does anyone have a
> good source for shielded LAN cables (RJ-45)?
> 
> I have a lot of my segment shielded, but I am
> having a hard time finding more shielded cable.
> The local stores, even the geek hang-out, only
> carry unshielded.
> 
> I am not thrilled with the idea of buying Category 7
> cable to get shielded, especially when only half
> of the pairs are used.
> 

You don't need Cat 7.
Just Cat 6, if you are passing anything up to Gig Ethernet over it.
It is better to use Optic Fiber than Cat 7 for all Ethernet applications.

James

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