Can CAT5 support Gb Ethernet?

[bekdik]

I was told thay the max throughput on CAT5 is +- 300Mb. Is this correct?

 

[Vox Populi Vox Dei]

According to Wikipedia a normal CAT-5 cable can sustain speeds of 100Mbits, although this can go up to 155Mbits over a short distance.

CAT-5e can support Gigabit Ethernet though.

 

[Franna]

CAT5e supports GB ethernet. But CAT6 is safer to use.

 

[CodeMaster]

I run a gbit network on CAT5e, no problem. But like Franna said, if you are laying new cables, then CAT6 may be a better option for the future.

 

[Person]

CAT5 NO
CAT5e Yes
CAT6 Yes

 

[bekdik]

Thanks.