Requirements

• Cat5 cable
• RJ-45 plugs (can be purchased in packs of 50 for less than $10)
• Crimper/cutter tool

Steps

• Strip the outer covering of the Ethernet cable so you can see 8 colored wires.Do not damage the colored wires.You want to strip it about an inch
• The colored wires need to be ordered properly

Straight through

T-568A Straight through (not commonly used)

t-569B Straight through(most commonly used)Recommended

Crossover

T-568B Crossover

• Straighten and cut the wires so they are all even and at level.
• Insert the wires into the RJ-45 plug.Make sure the wires are touching the end of the connector.Apply decent force.If it does not go to the end the cable will not work.
• Insert the connector into the crimper.Apply decent force.
• Finish the other side.