Note: If the wires are too long the plug will not crimp onto the insulation for strength.
5. Slide wires all the way into the plug.
Make sure not to disrupt the color scheme. 6. Crimp plug.
7. Repeat steps 1-6 for the other end.
8. Test wire using optional test equipment or between working computer and hub for patch (straight through) cables ,or between switches for crossover cables. Wire Color Scheme
Patch Cable Pin Color Diagram
(Straight Through) 1. Orange / White 2. Orange Both ends follow this 3. Green / White format. 4. Blue 5. Blue / White 6. Green 7. Brown / White 8. Brown
Crossover Cable Pin Color Diagram
1. Green / White One end as a patch cable 2. Green and the other as follows 3. Orange / White 4. Blue 5. Blue / White 6. Orange 7. Brown / White 8. Brown