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Old Jul 17, 2025 | 10:29 pm
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Originally Posted by gfunkdave
Yes, I know. My question is whether I should use shielded cable for devices mounted to the outside of the building. The cable won’t be exposed to the outside.
If there is possible interference present (although in the location described that does not sound likely), then shielded yes. But max length is 100M. I suspect that approaching that length will be an issue also. I also am working in the assumption this CAT6 cable for those speeds?
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