[c-nsp] T1 Cables

[Jon Lewis]

On Fri, 18 May 2007, Vincent Aniello wrote:

> Are there cables specifically for use with T1s that we should be using
> to connect circuits to our Cisco routers with integrated CSU/DSUs?  We
> currently use CAT5E cables and have chronic problems with errors on a
> few of our circuits.  The cable length between the smart jack and router
> is 25 feet.

CAT5, CAT3, even flat satin works just fine.  Unless you've got really 
poorly made cables or are doing something to introduce interference, the 
cables aren't the problem.

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