How to test what ethernet cable goes where

[Tony Starks]

I've just moved into a new house and the previous owner has the fibre box in the hall way cupboard and then has that going into a 24 gang network switch.

I'm trying to confirm that they are actually go to, as they didn't leave a plan.

Especially as there's 8 ethernet ports in the lounge alone.

Is there like a plug thing i can put in and then test what goes there.

[chris1roll]

Yes:

https://www.toolstation.com/lan-tester/p10555

Plug each half in via a patch cable at either end and if connected the lights will cycle through.
Also has the benefit you can check the previous owner wired them up correctly.

[dxg]

Amazon or equivalent - rj45 tester.

[colin79666]

Ideally spend a little more and get a Ethernet cable toner. Most include the other basic continuity functions as well once you identify the correct cable.

[Tony Starks]

Awesome, thanks guys

[OldGermanHeaps]

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This one works, and lasted about 6 months with a particularly dense apprentice, i swear that boy could break a fking anvil if you told him it was important not to.

For a little bit more the klein is lovely. Build quality to last a lifetime.
https://amzn.eu/d/65mLCn9

I cant see by the fluke intellitone, but it is not priced for diy.