I have cat 7 cable and this coupler is cat 5. Does it really matter or will this create any noticeable problems? null

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davoman · Accepted Answer

It will work, and I wouldn't worry about it, but technically your performance could be slightly degraded. I think there is very little chance of that degradation being significant enough to notice in any way, but....if you can just get a longer Cat 7 wire, it would be better than using a coupler, no matter what its rating.

Answered by davoman 6 years ago

Cuervo668 · Answer

If you looking for a quick fix yes

ConsultantBrian · Answer

Dear MPTNLA;

I don't see any issues at all. Most users would not know the difference between a slight decrease in speed. The product has worked on sorts of connections in my own use, so go for it. Go to www.speedtest.net to test your wire before and after the installation for proof.

Best of luck,

Consultant Brian

Rob93 · Answer

No makes no difference to me I run a cat6

5StringBass · Answer

This coupler is 10/100 Mbps data rate where a cat 7 is probably 10/100/1000 Mbps. If your system is designed for data transfers above 100 Mpbs then you may see some difference in the time it takes to load a program or download video or software.

Answered by 5StringBass 6 years ago

“I have cat 7 cable and this coupler is cat 5. Does it really matter or will this create any noticeable problems?”

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