A:AnswerThese are two great questions and the exact same questions I had before making my purchasing decision. So I did some research and here's what I found:
Shielding is really only necessary if you are around heavy electromagnetic interference, like power generators, magnetic resonance imaging scanners (MRI machines), and maybe a lot of high tension power lines. The disadvantage to shielded cable is that you're probably not going to be able to run them through your walls without removing some drywall. The shielding is not really flexible enough to run through a fire break and then do the 90 degree bend to come out of a small hole at the base of the wall.
CAT5 vs CAT6 is almost a no-brainer. CAT5 is probably fine for all current applications but as technology improves, applications are requiring more and more bandwidth. If you want your cable to keep up with the increased demands of technology, you will want to go with the highest bandwidth supported, which means CAT6. If your bandwidth needs are limited and you're just trying to wire up a device because it doesn't support WiFi, CAT5 is fine. The reason I say it's a no-brainer, however, is that Best Buy sells the Insignia 50' CAT6 cable for $34.99 and the CAT5 cable for $29.99. Five bucks is a small price to pay to future proof your Ethernet.
A:AnswerHi, Blondie.
I appreciate you taking the time to share this inquiry with us. This Network Cable is the same as an Ethernet when it comes to connection and it will definitely work for you to connect your router/modem to the TV.
Alexander G. - Insignia Support
A:AnswerThat will depend on which Model Mac you are looking at. The Retina models will require an adapter. The new MacBook uses a different type of USB port so you would need to get a compatible adapter.
A:AnswerYes however depending on the distance you want to go as short as you can to keep the relay string however didn’t mean you can’t or shouldn’t use a longer in if you need the range .
A:AnswerABSOLUTELY IT WILL HOOK UP JUST SO LONG AS YPUR LAPTOP HAS A REGULAR ETHERNET PORT. SAME PORT THATS BEEN AROUND FOR YEARS AND LOOKS LIKE A LARGER TELEPHONE JACK. CAT5-6-7-8 ALL SAME PORT.
A:AnswerI have only purchased 25' cables, but I don't see any reason why you couldn't. Ethernet cables work to about 300' with no problem. I generally just use connectors to make temporary longer cables, since I only have a temporary need for any thing longer than 25' cables.
A:AnswerI see what you mean, but this specific cable is not made for outdoor use. This cable was made specifically for indoor Use only. I suggest you find a cable the same size but made for outdoor and indoor just in case you do change your mind.
A:AnswerNo. I would not recommend using this cable for outdoors. You would need to find a CAT6 that is for outdoors. Example, Outdoor Ethernet 200ft Cat6 Cable, IMONTA Shielded Grounded UV Resistant Waterproof Buried-able Network Cord.
A:AnswerAbsolutely I did the same thing and it works for me without having to purchase an overpriced outdoor model to serve the same purpose.I cannot rate how long of a future it has time will tell.
