Thread: Using a modem cable as CAT5
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Old 01-07-2011, 17:51   #4
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Re: Using a modem cable as CAT5
Modem cables tend to have one pair, not 3. You need 2 pairs for ethernet, with 4 being optimal, but you'd also want twisted pair not standard unshielded.

Your options are tape a cat5 cable to it and pull it through, without the plug attached (i.e. naked reel cable) then attach the plug, or use a wireless repeater.
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