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Mouse chewed through network cable, how do I re-crimp?
A mouse chewed around a cat 5 cable connecting my office computer with the router. I have plenty of cable left to reach the computer if I cut the cable at the damaged part. Question is: Is it possible to re-crimp or replace the ethernet connection?
Could you direct me in the right place to purchase these? I have an infant and toddler and would appreciate any direction in order to prevent unnecessary trips :-) My first thought is best buy...
I don't remember where I bought mine, but I usually have to google "Ethernet cable connections" to get a diagram of the color codes each time I do a connection:
You can use either the T-568a or T-568b wiring, but any given cable can only use one pattern or the other. You might have to look at the undamaged end to figure out the connection pattern to use.
I have to agree with NeedKarma that buying a cable would probably be easier and less expensive. The main reason to use crimpers and connectors is if the cable can't be easily replaced (it's already running through a wall, for instance), or if a custom length is required.
Check out Cables For Less. They also sell crimpers and connectors, and now that I look at their prices, they're a lot less than my previous link.
Thanks for all the advice! I ended up taking the cord to Computer Rebooter and they charged $15 to cut off the damaged part and put a new connector on. The guy I talked to was very nice and he suggested wrapping the cord in electrical tape to hinder another mouse snack. He said that the wires make a clicking sound that the mice confuse for running water and that the electrial tape has a bitter taste. Anyhow, the computer is up and running! Also, I just want to you to know that the mouse problem is not in my home; it's at my place of business which is a metal building near a field. So, that's where the mice are coming from. God bless.
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