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Computer Systems Servicing

Quarter 4 – Module 6
Ethernet Cable Configurations
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Computer Systems Servicing – Grade 11
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Quarter 4 – Module 6: Ethernet Cable Configurations
First Edition, 2022

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Technical Vocational Education

Computer Systems Servicing
Quarter 4 – Module 6
Ethernet Cable Configurations
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Introductory Message

This Self-Learning Module (SLM) is prepared so that you, dear learners, can
continue your studies and learn while at home. Activities, questions, directions,
exercises, and discussions are carefully stated for you to understand each lesson.

Each SLM is composed of different parts. Each part shall guide you step-by-step
as you discover and understand the lesson prepared for you.

Pre-tests are provided to measure your prior knowledge on lessons in each SLM.
This will tell you if you need to proceed on completing this module or if you need to
ask your facilitator or your teacher’s assistance for better understanding of the
lesson. At the end of each module, you need to answer the post-test to self-check
your learning. Answer keys are provided for each activity and test. We trust that
you will be honest in using these.

In addition to the material in the main text, Notes to the Teachers are also provided
to our facilitators and parents for strategies and reminders on how they can best
help you on your home-based learning.

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If you have any questions in using this SLM or any difficulty in answering the tasks
in this module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator.

Thank you.

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 What I Need to Know

In this module, the learners will understand the Ethernet cable configurations. It
is designed to demonstrate the knowledge and skills in computer systems
servicing related to the configuration of computer network which will leads to
National Certificate Level II (NCII). After going through this module, you are
expected to:

1. identify the various type of Ethernet network cables for Local Area Network;
2. demonstrate understanding of different types of cable configurations;
3. appreciate the importance of following the steps for creating network cable;
in accordance with established procedures and system requirements; and
4. perform cable splicing for network cable installation.

What I Know

Directions. Read each question carefully. Choose the letter of the best answer and write
it on the given answer sheet.

1. It is the standard way to connect computers on a local area network over a wired
connection.
a. Ethernet c. Gigabit Ethernet
b. Fast Ethernet d. 10 Gigabit Ethernet

2. The process of terminating twisted pair cable using RJ45 connector.

a. Wire Crimping c. Wire Termination
b. Wire Twisting d. Wire Folding

3. It is one of the most popular cabling types of an Ethernet cable used for
deployments because of its ability to support Gigabit speeds at a cost-effective.
price.
a. CAT5 c. CAT6
b. CAT5e d. CAT6a

4. This wiring pattern is recognized as the preferred wiring scheme because it

provides backward compatibility to both one pair and two pair wiring schemes.
a. T568A c. T568D
b. T568B d. T568E

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 5. This cable configuration is used to connect two similar network devices directly.
a. Straight-Through c. Both
b. Cross-over d. None of the above

6. It is an opening on network devices that Ethernet cables plug into. Its purpose is
to connect devices to a computer network.
a. Ethernet Port c. Wired Port
b. Internet Port d. Wi-Fi Port

7. A set of eight copper wires wrapped together in a single outer insulated cover.
a. Electrical Wire c. Ethernet Cable
b. Network Wire d. Transmission Cable

8. It provides faster throughput for video, multimedia, graphics, Internet surfing and
stronger error detection and correction.
a. Ethernet c. Gigabit Ethernet
b. Fast Ethernet d. 10 Gigabit Ethernet

9. This twisted pair cable is also called a patch cable.

a. Straight-through Cable c. Both
b. Crossover Cable d. None of the above

10. How many wires are there in a twisted pair cable?

a. 2 c. 6
b. 4 d. 8

What’s In

LET’S REVIEW!
In our previous topic, we have learned a lot from Transmission Media. Let’s look back
and see how much we remember about this topic by answering the activity below.

Directions. Write TRUE if the statement states a fact and FALSE if not. Write your
answers on the given answer sheet.

1. Guided transmission medium is also known as wired or bounded media.

2. Wi-Fi is a wireless transmission medium that uses short range radio waves to
transmit data between two devices at a rate of 1 Mbps.

3. Coaxial cable contains insulated casing of glass fiber strands that are used to
carry light.

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 4. Satellite is a form of wireless transmission that sends radio signals over long
distances, such as between cities, regions, and countries, as well as short
distances, such as within an office or home.

5. WiMAX uses short range radio waves to provide wireless high-speed internet
access.

6. Broadband uses analog transmission to transmit several simultaneous signals

using different frequencies and mostly used for WANs.

7. Fiber optic cable has an external plastic cover and two parallel conductors, each
with its own safety cover.

8. Microwave transmission can be used for transmission of program video, voice, or

data signals almost anywhere on earth, no matter how remote the location.

9. Unshielded Twisted Pair cable has additional shielding to reduce crosstalk and
other forms of electromagnetic interference (EMI).

10. Transmission media is a communication pathway that transmits the information

from the sender to the receiver

What’s New

Direction: Directions: Unscramble the set of letters below to form words related to
the lesson. Write your answer on the given answer sheet.

1. T–H–E–R–T–E–E-N

2. A-T–R–S–I–G–H-T T–U-R–H–H–G-O

3. S–R–O–C-S R–O–V-E

4. R–T–H–E–E–T-E-N A–C–L–E-B

5. T–A–G–I–G–I-B

Check your answers using the key to corrections.

Were you able to decode all of them? Well done! Let us now proceed to our discussion.

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 What is It

Cabling is the backbone of every computer network. Computers, routers, hubs,

switches, and storage systems all require network cables to link and transmit data and
other information.

Network cables can be compared to the veins in the human body. They are data
transporters that allow information to flow from one device to another.

Local Area Network (LAN)

A local area network (LAN) is a computer network that links computers in a specific
geographic area, such as a home, school, laboratory, university campus, or office
building.

Types of LAN Technology

1. Ethernet. It is the standard way to connect computers on a local area network over
a wired connection. Its architecture is based on the premise that many computers
can access it and submit data at any time. Ethernet is popular because it provides a
good balance of speed, cost, and ease of installation.

2. Fast Ethernet. It offers faster video, multimedia, graphics, and Internet browsing
throughput, as well as improved error detection and correction.

3. Gigabit Ethernet. It is considered a must for some professionals and hobbyists who
need the highest possible data streaming speed on the market. Mainly, video
creators, 4K video streamers, and video game streamers use this type of network
technology.

4. 10 Gigabit Ethernet. This is the fastest and most recent Ethernet standards. The 10
Gigabit Ethernet, unlike other Ethernet networks, is completely dependent on optical
fiber connections.

Below is the comparative analysis of different types of LAN Technology in terms of data
rate, media type and the maximum distance of cabling to receive quality signal.

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Ethernet Cable
An Ethernet cable is a set of eight copper wires
wrapped together in a single outer insulated cover.
It is the common type of network cable used in
guided (wired) networks. It connects devices such
as PCs, routers, and switches within a local area
network.

RJ45 JACK
A modular connector that makes it
easy to install or remove a cable from
any Ethernet device. It is commonly
referred to as RJ45. It is made of clear
or translucent plastic used for
terminating twisted pair cable, a
process known as wire termination.

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 Ethernet Port
An Ethernet port (also called
LAN port, Ethernet jack, LAN
socket, and network port) is an
opening on network devices that
Ethernet cables plug into. Its
purpose is to connect devices to
a computer network.

Ethernet Ports on Computers

Most desktop and laptop computers include one built-
in Ethernet port that is used to connect these devices
to a wired network. A computer's built-in Ethernet port
is connected to its internal Ethernet network adapter,
called an Ethernet card (also called network adaptor,
and network interface card), which is attached to the
motherboard.

Types of Ethernet Cabling

Coaxial, twisted pair, and fiber-optic cabling are the three most common forms of
Ethernet cabling. But twisted pair cabling is the most common form of cabling in today’s
local area networks.

Twisted Pair Ethernet Cable

Two separate insulated copper wires are twisted together and run in parallel to form a
twisted pair cable. One wire transmits data, while the other serves as a ground
reference. Copper wires normally have a diameter of 1mm.

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UTP_cable.jpg/220px-UTP_cable.jpg

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Ethernet Cabling Category
There are a variety of Ethernet cable options available, each with its own function and
application. If you want to learn everything there is to know about Ethernet cables, you
must first understand each cable and its use. You should go for the higher-quality cable
because it will be thicker, quicker, and better suited to your needs.

Category 1. CAT1 is typically used for telephone

wires. This type of wire is not capable
of supporting computer network
traffic and is not twisted. It was

https://www.scribd.com/document/157772991/Category-1-Cable

Category 2. CAT2 is used mostly for token ring

networks, supporting speeds up to 4 Mbps only. It is a
grade of unshielded twisted pair cabling used for
telephone and data communications.

Category 3. CAT3 cable is an earlier generation of

cable consisting of 2, 3, or 4 copper
pairs. It is still used for 2-line telephone
systems and 10BASE-T computer
networks. It's also used for alarm system
installation and other related tasks. It is
known as station wire. It has data
transmission up to 16 MHz or 10 Mbps

Category 4. Eight copper wires are twisted

together in four unshielded twisted pairs to make
CAT4 cable (UTP). It's used in voice and data-
transferring telephone networks with data
transmission up to 20 MHz or 16 Mbps.

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Category 5. CAT5 cable consists of four twisted pairs of
copper wire terminated by an RJ-45
connector. This cable is used in both home
and business networks and can transmit data
at speeds of up to 100 Mbps. The maximum
recommended length of a CAT5 cable is 100
meters.

Category 5e. CAT5e is one of the most popular cabling types of Ethernet cable used
for deployments because of its ability to support Gigabit speeds at a cost-
effective price.

https://www.cables-solutions.com/how-to-choose-right-cat5e-cable-for-your-network.html

Category 6. CAT6 cabling can transmit data at

speeds of up to 10 Gbps and at
frequencies of up to 250 MHz These
cables have two or three twists per
centimeter and are more strongly
twisted. When transmitting at 10 Gbps
speeds, it only supports 37-55 meters.

https://www.gmelectronic.com/cable-utp-cat6-4x2x0-57mm-pvc-grey

Category 6a. CAT6a ethernet cable supports bandwidth frequencies of up to 500 MHz
CAT6a cabling is thicker compared to CAT6, making it less flexible. As a
result, it is better suited to industrial environments at a lower cost.

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Category 7. CAT7 can transmit up to 40 Gbps at 50 meters and even 100 Gbps at 15
meters. This type of Ethernet cable has a lot of shielding, which reduces
signal attenuation. It is suited for use in Datacenters and large Enterprise
networks. CAT7, on the other hand, has not been accepted as a
telecommunications cable standard.

Category 8: CAT8 cable is capable of transmitting data at up to 2000 MHz. It supports

25/40GBASE-T Gigabit Ethernet and is designed for high-bandwidth data
center applications. This form of cable is ideal for short distances between
units. Backward compatibility exists between CAT8 cables and previous
Ethernet cable groups.

Ethernet Wiring Standard

RJ45 connector is a modular connector used for terminating twisted pair cable. There
are two ways to arrange the wiring inside an Ethernet cable when it comes to the actual
wiring. This arrangement dictates how the connector is terminated – a process called
pinout.

a. T568A. Since it is backward compatible with both one pair and two pair wiring
schemes, this wiring pattern is known as the preferred wiring scheme. The
order of color combinations is white/green, green, white/orange, blue,
white/blue, orange, white/brown, and brown.

b. T568B. This wiring pattern is considered the most widely used wiring scheme.
The order of color combinations is white/orange, orange, white/green, blue,
blue/white, green, white/brown, and brown.

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 NOTE: Odd-numbered pins are always striped, even-numbered pins are always
solid colored.

Types of Ethernet Cable Configuration

1. Straight-through cable. This

twisted pair cable is also called a
patch cable. It used RJ45
connectors at each end, and each
had the same pinout. It is used in
local area networks to connect two
different network devices such as:
a. Connecting a router to a hub
b. Connecting a computer to a
switch
https://www.cables-solutions.com/difference-between-straight-through-and-crossover-cable.html
c. Connecting a LAN Port to a
switch or computer
d. Connecting other dissimilar networking devices.

2. Crossover cable. This twisted pair

cable uses RJ45 connectors at each
end, where one end is a T568A
pinout, and the other end is a T568B
pinout. It is used to connect two
similar network devices directly such
as:
a. Connecting a computer to a
computer
b. Connecting a router to a
router https://www.cables-solutions.com/difference-between-straight-through-and-crossover-cable.html

c. Connecting a switch to a switch

d. Connecting a hub to a hub
e. Connecting a router to a PC because both devices have the same
components.

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How to create Ethernet Cable

To create ethernet cable you will need the following tools and materials:

1. Crimping Tool. This tool is used to attach the RJ45 Connector to the end of the
network cable.

2. Wire Stripper. A tool used to strip the electrical insulation from wires.

3. RJ45. The modular connector used for terminating twisted pair cable.

4. LAN Tester. A device that tests the continuity of signal between two ends of a
cable. It also checks for the correct wiring pattern.

Step 1: Remove the cable jacket about 1 inch down from the end. You can use wire
strippers to do the work.

https://sites.google.com/site/pnutpck11/making-ethernet-cables

Step 2: Untwist and spread the wire apart.

https://sites.google.com/site/pnutpck11/making-ethernet-cables

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Step 3. Arrange the wires in the order (T568A or T568B) in which you want to crimp
them.

https://sites.google.com/site/pnutpck11/making-ethernet-cables

Step 4. From the cut sleeve to the end of the wires, make a straight cut through the 8
wires to shorten them to 1/2 inch (1.3 cm). The job will be done by a razor blade
on the crimping tool.

https://www.electronicproducts.com/wp-content/uploads
/interconnections-wire-and-cable-crossover-cable-stripping.jpg

Step 5. Carefully push the wires into the RJ45 connector with care, making sure they
are in a straight line. The wires should be able to hit the very edge.

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Step 6. Carefully insert the RJ45 connector into the Crimping Tool. Clinch down on the
handle tightly.

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Step 7: Repeat steps 1 to 6 on the other end of the cable.

Testing the Ethernet Cable

To test the ethernet cable we need to use a
LAN tester or cable tester. You must plug
both ends of the Ethernet cable into a LAN
tester and see if it successfully transmits a
signal. This device provides a level of
assurance that the installed network cable
provides the desired transmission capability
to support the data communication within the
local area network.

https://img.fruugo.com/product/4/21/189417214_max.jpg

Steps in Testing an Ethernet Cable

Step 1: Check your LAN Tester and make sure the battery is in the best shape. Most
LAN Testers use 9V batteries. LAN Testers usually comes in 2 pieces, the main
testing unit (TX) and a receiver unit (RX).

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 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQ5V3cHlISk

Step 2: Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the RJ45 interface of RX until it clicks.
This indicates that the cable is fully connected. It doesn’t matter which end of the
cable you insert into each port. Both ends are identical.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQ5V3cHlISk

Step 3: Plug the other end into the RJ45 interface of the TX. Again, push the end of the
cable until it clicks.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQ5V3cHlISk

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Step 4: Turn the tester on to begin the test. The tester will cycle through 8 positions,
each represented by a light on the tester.

Straight-through Cable:
If all 8 positions light up on both TX and RX simultaneously, the cable is good. A
short in the cable is indicated if any of the lights on either end do not light up.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQ5V3cHlISk

Crossover Cable:
If you are testing a crossover cable, you must see the light runs on the following
sequence:

TX RX
1 3
2 6
3 1
5 5
6 2
7 7
8 8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oi34ZXH5tUU

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 What’s More

Independent Activity 1
Direction: Supply the missing word to complete the statement. Choose your answer
inside the box. Write your answers on the given answer sheet.

. GEOGRAPHICAL STANDARD BEST

EIGHT COPPER DEPLOYMENT

LIGHT DIFFERENT SIMILAR

CONTINUITY TERMINATING LOCATION

1. A local area network is a computer network that links computers in a specific

_________ area, such as a home, school, laboratory, university campus, or office
building.

2. Ethernet is the __________ way to connect computers on a local area network

over a wired connection.

3. An Ethernet cable is a set of _______ copper wires wrapped together in a single

outer insulated cove.

4. A twisted pair cable comprises two insulated _______ wires, which are twisted
together and run in parallel.

5. CAT5e is one of the most popular cabling types of an Ethernet cable used for
____________ because of its ability to support Gigabit speeds at a cost-effective
price.

6. In configuring straight-through cable, if all 8 positions _________ on both TX and

RX simultaneously, the cable is good.

7. Straight-through cable Is used in local area networks to connect two _________

network devices.

8. Cross-over cable is used to connect two ______ network devices directly.

9. A RJ45 connector is a modular connector used for _________ twisted pair cable.

10. LAN Tester tests the ____________ of signal between two ends of an Ethernet
cable.

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Independent Assessment 1

Directions: Match column A with the correct answer on column B, write only the letter.
Write your answer on the given answer sheet.

Column A Column B
1. This type of wire is not capable of supporting computer a. CAT5e
network traffic and is actually not twisted.
2. It is used mostly for token ring networks, supporting b. CAT3
speeds up to 4 Mbps only.
3. It is one of the most popular cabling types of an Ethernet c. CAT4
cable used for deployment
4. This cable is still used for two-line telephone systems d. CAT1
and 10BASE-T networks
5. It is used in telephone networks which can transmit voice e. CAT2
and data.
6. This cabling supports up to 10 Gbps and frequencies of f. CAT5
up to 250 MHz
7. This cable supports bandwidth frequencies of up to 500 g. CAT8
MHz
8. It has the ability to transmit up to 40 Gb at 50 meters and h. CAT7
100 Gb at 15 meters.
9. This cable is designed for operations of up to 2000 MHz i. CAT6a
10. This cable is used in home and business networks and j. CAT6
can transmit data at up to 100 Mbps.

Independent Activity 2

Directions: Draw a straight-through and cross-over cable configurations. Put color on

your drawing and label it.

STRAIGHT-THROUGH CABLE CROSSOVER CABLE

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Independent Assessment 2

Based on your answer in Independent Activity 2, compare their functions and uses.

Ethernet Cable Configuration Functions and Uses

1. STRAIGHT-THROUGH CABLE

2. CROSSOVER CABLE

Independent Activity 3

Directions: Arrange the following steps chronologically using the number. Write only the
number of your answer in your answer sheet.

_____ 1. Arrange the wires in the order (T568A or T568B) in which you want to crimp
them.

_____ 2. Make a straight cut across the 8 wires to shorten them to 1/2 Inch (1.3 cm) from
the cut sleeve to the end of the wires.

_____ 3. Carefully insert the RJ45 connector into the Crimping Tool. Clinch down on the
handle tightly.

_____ 4. Remove the cable jacket about 1 inch down from the end.

_____ 5. Carefully push the wires into the RJ45 connector, making sure the wires stay
line-up. The wires should reach all the way to the end.

_____ 6. Untwist and spread the wire apart.

_____ 7. Repeat steps 1-6 for the other end of the cable.

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Independent Assessment 3:

Differentiate the uses and functions of the following LAN Technology. Write your answer
on the given answer sheet

1. Ethernet and Fast Ethernet

____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________

2. Gigabit and 10-Gigabit Ethernet

____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________

3. T568A and T568B

____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________

4. CAT5 and CAT5e

____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________

5. CAT6 and CAT6a

____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________

What I Have Learned

Direction: Read and understand carefully each question below then write your insights.
Write your answers on the given answer sheet.

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 1. Why is it important to understand each Ethernet cable and its application?
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________

2. In choosing the type of cable to apply, what are the different factors you need to
consider? Cite at least 2 factors and explain why it is important.
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________

3. What necessary precautions do we need to observe while performing cable

splicing and configuration?
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________

What I Can Do

This module gives you relevant information about Ethernet cable configuration in the
local area network. To test your understanding of the lesson, you must create your own
STRAIGHT-THROUGH and CROSSOVER cables. Video yourself while you are
performing this task. Your teacher will give you instructions on how and when you will
pass your output. Your output will be graded using the following rubric.

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 Assessment

Post Assessment
1. This is the most popular LAN technology because it provides a good balance of
speed, cost, and ease of installation.
a. Ethernet c. Gigabit Ethernet
b. Fast Ethernet d. 10-Gigabit Ethernet

2. A local area network (LAN) transmission standard that provides a data rate of
100Mbps.
a. Ethernet c. Gigabit Ethernet
b. Fast Ethernet d. 10-Gigabit Ethernet

3. Ethernet cable that is made up of two insulated copper wires that are twisted
together.
a. Twisted pair c. Coaxial
b. Fiber optic d. Copper pair

4. Which of the following procedures would you use to create a crossover cable?
a. Use the T568A one connector and the T568b standard on the other side
b. Use the T568A in both connectors
c. Use the T568B in both connectors
d. None of the above

5. Which Ethernet cable category has a maximum supported distance of 37-55

meters?
a. CAT5 c. CAT6
b. CAT5e d. CAT6a

6. Odd numbered pins are always striped, even numbered pins are always solid
colored.
a. True c. It depends on the configuration
b. False d. None of the above

7. Looking at the RJ-45 with the clip facing away from you, which color is always on
the right.
a. brown c. orange
b. white brown d. white orange

8. In the T568A scheme, which color is in pin 1?

a. orange c. green
b. white orange d. white green

9. A device that tests the continuity of signal between two ends of a cable. It also
checks for the correct wiring pattern.
a. Multi-tester c. LAN Tester
b. Line Tester d. Signal Tester

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 10. If you will be connecting a LAN port to a switch, which Ethernet cable will you
use?
a. Straight-through c. Either of the two
b. Cross-over d. None of the two

11. What is the main purpose of having a twisted pair cable in connecting to a LAN?
a. To cut down the cost
b. To reduce electromagnetic interference from outside sources
c. To make installation easier
d. To double the transfer rate of data

12. In unshielded twisted pair cables, which category starts being able to push
gigabit network speeds (1000+ Mbps)?
a. CAT4 c. CAT7
b. CAT5 d. CAT5e

13. Which twisted pair cable category has a maximum speed of 100 Mbps?
a. CAT4 c. CAT7
b. CAT5 d. CAT5e

14. How many copper wires wrapped together in a single outer insulated cover?
a. 4 c. 10
b. 8 d. 12

15. The RJ45 connector uses only 2-pairs of wires. What are these wires?
. a. Orange and Blue c. Green and Brown
b. Orange and Green d. Green and Blue

Additional Activities
Directions: To understand more about creating Ethernet cables, you can watch the
following videos by clicking the link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uw8FSXx4dnU
After watching the video, write the procedures/steps used by the presenter in creating
Ethernet cables.

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Scoring Guide:

Rubric for Tables, Drawings and Diagrams

RUBRIC
Rating
Criteria VG G S F P

The content and ideas are clear and comprehensive 5 4 3 2 1

Use of creativity 5 4 3 2 1

The work is original, and dives do not contain plagiarized 5 4 3 2 1

content.

VG-Very Good G-Good S-Satisfactory F-Less Satisfactory P-Poor

Rubric for Essay

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Independent Activity 2 What I know
Answer may vary Pre-Test
1. a 6. a
Independent Assessment 2 2. c 7. c
Answer may vary 3. b 8. b
4. a 9. a
Independent Activity 3 5. b 10. d
1. 3
2. 4 What’s In
3. 6 Let’s review
4. 1 1. TRUE 6. TRUE
5. 5 2. FALSE 7. FALSE
6. 2 3. FALSE 8. FALSE
7. 7 4. FALSE 9. FALSE
5. TRUE 10. TRUE
Independent Assessment 3
Answer may vary What’s New
1. ETHERNET
What I have Learned 2. STRAIGHT THROUGH
Answer may vary 3. CROSSOVER
4. ETHERNET CABLE
What I can Do 5. GIGABIT
Teacher will grade the video output
based on the rubrics What’s More
Independent Activity 1
Assessment 1. GEOGRAPHICAL
Post Test 2. STANDARD
1. a 3. EIGHT
2. b 4. COPPER
3. a 5. DEPLOYMENT
4. a 6. LIGHT
5. c 7. DIFFERENT
6. b 8. SIMILAR
7. a 9. TERMINATING
8. d 10. CONTINUITY
9. c
10. a Independent Assessment 1
11. b 1. D 6. J
12. d 2. E 7. I
13. b 3. A 8. H
14. b 4. B 9. G
15. d
5. C 10.F
Answer Key
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