I want to test rj45 cables and outlets in my office, what is the best bang for the buck tool for it?
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You have many choices, for occasional use in a small office you could get something that works just fine in the $40 to $60 range from Black Box or PC Connection for example.  Here are some examples:\nhttp://www.pcconnection.com/ProductDetail?Sku=5372671\nhttp://www.pcconnection.com/ProductDetail?Sku=473154\nhttp://www.pcconnection.com/ProductDetail?Sku=5244688\nhttp://www.pcconnection.com/ProductDetail?Sku=473160\nhttp://www.blackbox.com/Catalog/Detail.aspx?cid=151,156,987&mid=4277\nhttp://www.blackbox.com/Catalog/Detail.aspx?cid=151,156,987&mid=125\nhttp://www.blackbox.com/Catalog/Detail.aspx?cid=151,156,987&mid=1669
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Go to the site listed below.  I was an Electronic Technician for over 20 years in both military and civilian jobs.  The set of tools represented below is basically my dream set.\n\nhttp://www.all-spec.com/1/viewitem/TCMB100ST/ALLSPEC/prodinfo/sp=xcelite
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I think it's worth it - a surge protector or even a UPS. Sometimes you can get deals on free power strips with surge protection. A UPS will only cost $30-$50 bucks at most, I think.
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No matter what is the voltage rating, isolation or insulation is tested by using "MEGGER".\nThe value should be atleast above 1 Mega ohm in any case
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Look up Kevin Boone Electrical Cable Selection on the Internet; you also find a table at the end of that paper.
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Its the same jack, rj48 is used for T1 or PRI lines etc & uses all the 8 copper lines if i remeber right. Where as rj45 uses 4 & is designed for ethernet
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You can use a crossover cat 5 cable.
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ife the IDE cable will plug into it then it will work for ya
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want cheap?  Try the loacte wirless seach tool that comes w/ your comp.\n\nIt will locate any in the area and display signal strength.  \n\nCheap is free and free is....well you arn't paying for it someone else is lol.
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Here's a study guide.  http://www.doctronics.co.uk/meter.htm
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A good place to start is http://www.pcpitstop.com\nIt runs online with an ActiveX plugin. It tests your whole system and gives you a rundown on things.
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Check for loose connections.  \n\nDesktop comps: If you think you have a bad power supply, you can test it by putting it into a comp you know is working or put a power supply you know works into the comp your building. \n\nGood luck.
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Everything you ever want to know and more can be found here:\n\nhttp://www.usb.org/developers/docs/\n\nCheck out the test procedures.  There are some O-Scope traces that are similar to the pictures you are seek.
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Try looking on WWW.pccables.com
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RJ-45\n\ndon't foget, the 2 wire pairs need to be hooked up in a unique way. Pin 1 & 2 / 3 & 6 need to matched. The others really don't matter.
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You can buy a simple Radio Shack police/fire scanner. Essentially the same thing, but a much lower price.
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There are plenty of choices out there. A good one is ATI TV Wonder for desktops and TV Wonder USB2 for both laptops and desktops. u can find a review here http://www.tweaknews.net/reviews/wonderusb/\nand most electronic retailers (Circuit City, Best Buy, etc) carry it. Ebay is also good.