Tag: Fiber optic cable

  • Cat5e Multi-Gigabit Ethernet 2.5Gb and 10Gb

    Cat5e Multi-Gigabit Ethernet 2.5Gb and 10Gb

    The Cat5e and Multi-Gigabit Ethernet: 2.5Gb and 10Gb Reality The Surprising Capabilities of Old Cables When I decided to upgrade my network to 2.5Gb Ethernet, I assumed I’d need to replace all my Cat5e cables. After all, Cat5e is only officially rated for 1Gb, right? Well, I was wrong—and that discovery saved me hundreds of…

  • Fiber vs Copper for 10Gb LAN

    Fiber vs Copper for 10Gb LAN

    Fiber vs Copper LAN Decision Guide: What You Need to Know Glass vs Copper Try to debate Glass vs Copper for Your Local Network and you will get strong opinions for both When I stood in my data closet looking at a pile of Cat6A cables and a spool of OM3 fiber, I faced the…

  • Fiber Internet Setup GPON Converter Mikrotik Hex Router

    Fiber Internet Setup GPON Converter Mikrotik Hex Router

    Fixing Fiber Internet Connection Problems: WiFi Connected But No Internet Learn how to fix that frustrating home internet problem where your WiFi shows as connected, but you have no actual internet access. If your internet comes through a fiber optic line, this guide will help. I’ll show you the common setup and the simple steps…