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Chapter 6: Operation
Figure 6-22. Cable Category is the first screen
of many that are stored.
The “cable category” is universally accepted as the speed
capability of the cable. CAT3 was the original twisted-pair cable
that connected 10-Mbps networks together. Then came CAT5
(used in networks up to 100 Mbps). Followed by CAT5e (gener-
ally considered adequate for up to 1000-Mbps networks). As
you become familiar with cable category, you will notice that
few cables get rated higher than their factory labeling. This is
because cables are manufactured and tested to minimum
specifications. If the cable exceeds minimum specifications, it
passes the manufacturer's inspection.
When ready to proceed, press
q
REVIEW.
Figure 6-23. Verification Level 1 Speed Projection.
