[Coco] [off-topic] cabling problems

[Marc Charbonneau]

> I have installed a Cat6 cable between two extremes at my place to build a
> network bridge.  The cable extends itself for about 60m (that 180ft
> roughly), which means it's  well within Ethernet parameters (100m,
> right?)...
>
> The problem is: when tested with a standard wire tester (for electrical
> connectivity), it passes; when you hook it to a router on one end and a
> computer on the other, it doesn't work. It doesn't pick up an IP address
> through DHCP and even if I force an IP within the network range, traffic
> doesn't flow.  On my Mac, it shows it is "Connected", but nothing happens...
>
> I have changed plugs (cut the ends, re-wired with new RJ45), router and
> tested with a different computer to no avail... so I am really at a loss,
> here...
Check that your cable doesn't pass near a transformer or neon ballast.
I've had that problem in the past.

hope that help