Ethernet cable for SBS3

[Roadrunner]

Hi all,


I was wondering if it matters what ethernet cable is used between my SBS3 and the Modem. The reason I ask is that I have had to re-arrange my den and the current 4ft cable is not long enough. Is it a standard cable or one specially wired for the SBS3.


Thanks in advance

[Anmer]

Hi Mike

You need a "patch" or "straight" Ethernet cable.  Not a "cross-over" one.

[Roadrunner]

[font='helvetica neue,helvetica,verdana,sans-serif']Would this be acceptable then? It dosent mention crossover in the add[/font]


[font=]Premium Cat6 RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet High Speed Network Cable[/font]

[Anmer]

Hi Mike

Can you post a link?

[Roadrunner]

https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1311.R1.TR12.TRC2.A0.H1.Xethernet.TRS0&_nkw=ethernet+cable&_sacat=0

[Roadrunner]

sorry should be this direct link


https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RJ45-Cat6a-STP-SHIELDED-Network-Cable-Ethernet-Lead-100-PURE-COPPER-Wholesale/371284816951?epid=1629634795&hash=item56724cb437:m:m2yDUX0F5TNalXsoR5V5bdg

[Anmer]

Thanks Mike.

The cable is listed as a "Patch" and should be OK.

[Roadrunner]

Thanks Anmer.


Only going to cost a couple of quid so will know by the weekend if it works. In the meantime will have to remember my Modem is standing on a small table until I can move it to its original position on the computer stand. My wife also wants her table back!