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My Network Cable Notes

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I am installing network sockets in every room in my house. I will have at least 1 Cat6a socket in each room running back to a nexus in one of the small bedrooms that is being used as a server room.

I will make sure that the socket locations allow the rooms to be used as normal if i decided to remove all of the kit.

I want to future proof the cabling so Cat6a is the best choice. Cat7 is difficult to use and only delivers the same as Cat6a. Cat8 has run length limitations and should only be used in datacentres for that reason. Not much stuff supports Cat8.

My Cable Selection

All sockets and wires must be shielded to CAT6a specs otherwise it is pointless. Use what ever you want to connect into the socket (patch cables) as you wont be burying these into the wall and they can easily be upgraded later if you kit needs a faster speed.

Cable Research

I took a while to find all of this information out but I have now put it here as a reference

Where to Buy

This is list of places in the UK to buy network cable and in particular Cat6a. Make sure you buy the right stuff.

  • Kenable
    • UK’s biggest selection of computer cables, network, audio, video & CCTV equipment | Buy Online
    • A company with a wide range of networking products. The descriptions are clear and correct.
    • kenable_ltd on eBay
  • Excel Networking Solutions
    • Excel Networking is a world-class premium performance end-to-end infrastructure solution – designed, manufactured, supported and delivered – without compromise.
    • Cat6a Cable
    • Look through their catalogue for the right type of cable. The information is very clear.
    • All datasheets are available.
  • Comms Express
    • Complete network supplies specialists providing all types of business solutions, including server & data racks, network cables, & cabinets. Order online today.
    • Supplies Excel products including network cable.
  • The Network Store 
    • We supply a large range of cat 5 cable, cat 6 cable, network sockets, patch panels, cabinets and fibre optic products all at competitive prices
    • Supplies Excel products including network cable.
  • broadbandbuyer
    • Distributors of WiFi, routers, access points, switches, cables, firewalls, VoIP, and data cabinets to small business and installers.
    • Supplies Excel products including network cable.
  • FruityCables
    • Patch Cables from 29p. All types of Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a & Fibre Patch Cables delivered tomorrow.
    • Supplies Excel products including network cable.
  • Universal Networks
    • Universal Networks is a network cable supplier, providing a wide range of bespoke networking systems since 1994. Find out more about our solutions here.
    • This company is probably for SMEs
  • Datazonedirect
    • Networking and Telecommunications Products For All Job Sizes!
    • Only company I found that sells External Cat6a F/FTP
    • datazonedirect on eBay
  • Cablenet
    • Audio Visual, Voice and Data Cables and professional hardware at Cablenet.co.uk
  • Connectix Ltd Group
    • Cable Monkey
      • Thousands of products in stock | Next day delivery or same day collection | Premium quality products at low prices for home and business
      • Wide variety of products.
    • Netstore Direct
      • Networking equipment, cables, fibre, switches, routers, racks & cabinets in stock and available for next day delivery. Discover our fantastic prices and order online today
    • Magic Patch
    • Connectix Cabling Systems
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