I need to buy a new cat 5 cable, and was wondering what you guys recommend? If there is any difference...
do you need a patch cord or all new wiring? You can make a custom length cord very easily, or you can just buy a pre fabricated patch cord. If you buy one already fabbed at a custom length, just make sure you go with at least a cat5E (enhanced) cable or higher(cat 6 or higher) and not a regular cat5 cable. There is no difference really in as long as you are using cat5e or higher. Just make sure to check the package on the speeds it supports.