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by RonLin
Tue Jul 07, 2009 5:56 pm
Forum: Networks and Wireless Routers
Topic: Cat5e POE OK but No Data
Replies: 7
Views: 7239

Hmm... The cables are solid (not stranded). I think I will replace the RJ45 connectors and try again.
by RonLin
Mon Jul 06, 2009 5:57 pm
Forum: Networks and Wireless Routers
Topic: Cat5e POE OK but No Data
Replies: 7
Views: 7239

Yes, tried a factory made cable. Worked OK.
However, still could not figure out where I was going wrong with the cables I made.
Are there different quality/grades of RJ45 connectors?
by RonLin
Fri Jul 03, 2009 7:24 pm
Forum: Networks and Wireless Routers
Topic: Cat5e POE OK but No Data
Replies: 7
Views: 7239

The WAP(s) have a static address and it works OK on other cables. The static IP and subnet is within range of the network.

My problem seems to be around the cable. I have since tried connecting the same cable to a my home broadband router. The cable does not allow any data connectivity and the ...
by RonLin
Thu Jul 02, 2009 9:00 am
Forum: Networks and Wireless Routers
Topic: Cat5e POE OK but No Data
Replies: 7
Views: 7239

Cat5e POE OK but No Data

I have made up a number of CAT5e cables, (20 to 40metres) with RJ45 connectors. All the cables check out OK on my basic tester, that is all LED's are green.
I can use the cables to power the POE WAP, but I cannot ping the WAP or any device connected to the cable.

Any ideas where I am going wrong?