How to change a LAN crimp end

• Below are instructions for crimping RJ-45 connectors to a LAN cable.
• RJ-45 connectors are normally used in telephone and network cables.
• Today there are 2 different RJ-45 connector sizes available, 1 for Cat 5 cable and 1 for Cat 6 cable.
• Step 1: Purchase your cable and your RJ-45 connectors.

• Step 2: Strip 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.1 cm) of the outer skin at the end of the cable wire.

• Step 3: Untwist the pairs so they will lay flat between your fingers.

• Step 4: Arrange the wires based on the wiring specifications you are following. From left to right.

• Orange-white striped and solid orange.

• Green-white striped and solid green.

• Blue-white striped and solid blue.

• Brown-white striped and solid brown.

• Step 5: Press all the wires flat and parallel between your thumb and forefinger.

• Step 6: Trim the untwisted wires to a suitable length by holding the RJ-45 connector next to the wires.

• Step 7: Place the wired plug into the RJ-45 connector, making sure that they stay aligned.

• Step 8: Place the wired plug into the crimping tool.

• Step 9: Repeat all of the above steps with the other end of the cable.

• Step 10: Use a cable tester to assure that your cable is working properly when both ends are crimped.