How to wire an Ethernet cable
There are several wiring "standards" for Ethernet cables.
The following wiring cable color table is for a standard, non-crossover, category 10/100 cable. Unless the other end of the wire is different, wire a replacement this way:
Ethernet proper wiring for non-crossover wire:
Orange / White
Orange
Green / White
Blue
Blue / White
Green
Brown / White
Brown
Strip 1/2" of outer insulation for a standard press-in jack.
Note: a crimper / crimping tool is required to replace an Ethernet jack. RadioShack has the following tools available:
#55007329 $18.99
#279-405 $37.99
#55008237 $44.99
HomeDepot has more affordable tools:
Model # PA70007 Store SKU # 575455 $34.96
Model # CE70806 Internet # 202039352 Store SKU # 538443 $18.97
Model # VDV226-011 Internet # 100661695 $22.39
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