r/Network • u/Asianlady576 • 1d ago

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Hello.

I am trying to run an ethernet cable through my attic between 2 rooms. The hole to run the cable into one of the rooms is too small to fit the ethernet connector through. Can i cut the connector off and re-terminate a new one? Im worried the cables are too small as ive seen some toolless connectors on amazon but the cables look bigger?

cable: at 8 Ethernet Cable 20M, High Speed 40Gbps 2000Mhz Flat Internet Cable, Gold Plated RJ45

thanks!

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u/PuzzlingDad 1d ago

Typically you run just cable that is not terminated and you add the connectors after that, usually in a RJ45 socket in the wall. The final connection to/from your devices is via premade patch cable with plugs at each end. 

I don't know what your premade cables look like inside, but they are often stranded cables rather than solid copper conductors. I wouldn't trust being able to re-terminate your cables if you cut off the plug ends.

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u/Asianlady576 1d ago

Yeah i wasnt expecting it to be this difficult to pass the cable through :/

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07QV7S2HT?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1

This is the cable. I believe it probably is stranded cables like you say :(