How to replace an RJ45 ethernet connector plug yourself

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  • @smj_
    @smj_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    This is like watching a master electrician: you know exactly what to do, yet your product isn't 'quite' as good, if the good is just it working properly. Masterful. Thanks for this tut!

    • @DrivewayDudes
      @DrivewayDudes  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for the compliment and we hope that you found this useful

  • @davecunningham4393
    @davecunningham4393 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    borrowed all the bits off my brother ,now after watching your vid..im confident to do the job..im after connecting my cctv cameras to the router

  • @davidhumbert715
    @davidhumbert715 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    One of the best self help videos I have ever watched. Thank you Thank You

  • @maditamar
    @maditamar ปีที่แล้ว +4

    this is the most wholesome channel i've ever come across. liked for the simplicity and helpfulness, subbed for the vibe 😎

  • @weebclips3807
    @weebclips3807 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much I was stumped on how to drill the hole bigger in my brick wall without hitting g the other wire and u just saved me a huge headache

  • @chriscrowe11
    @chriscrowe11 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you so much!!! Your video turned something I was initially intimidated to do into something I tackled in under 5 minutes!

  • @greanfinisher4014
    @greanfinisher4014 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your video was very helpful, and I followed it to the letter. Now I have four Ethernet cables repaired. Thanks!

  • @chiot888
    @chiot888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    You’re awesome man, simple and easy explanation 😄 Gonna try this after a supply run. Damn connector tabs

  • @itisaporsche
    @itisaporsche 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Exactly what I was looking for. I have one that has separated and needs repair. Now I shall go and conquer! Cheers from US. Just subscribed! You are -

  • @johnzouboulakis3240
    @johnzouboulakis3240 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thought of doing this in the past and I passed 😄. Now that I saw your video and your very helpful, to the point and easy to understand presentation I'm going for it man, thank you very much sir! 🌈

  • @greanfinisher4014
    @greanfinisher4014 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hmmmm......Actually, I was working on a couple of Ethernet connector plugs last night. The curious thing about it was that I couldn't quite figure out just how that locking tab secured the ethernet plug in place (other than some friction fit). Anyways, what I did know was that the locking tab had to be extended out at a certain angle. Before viewing your video today, all I used last night were a few small pieces of flat toothpicks and a touch of superglue. That worked fine for the Ethernet cable in which the tab wasn't actually busted. As for the other Ethernet cable with the busted tab, I did get a somewhat snug fit, and it was much better than before. Say, I'll certainly pick up some RJ45 ethernet connector plugs along with the crimper, and get the job done right. Thanks for the video!

  • @superluismigueL100
    @superluismigueL100 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    3 years later still very useful thank you

    • @DrivewayDudes
      @DrivewayDudes  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it helped!

    • @ashleyholewell4339
      @ashleyholewell4339 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      3 years later & you’ve helped me massively, I install crypto hotspots requires a lot of internet cable buying 10m here 10m there gets costly now I’ve watched this I’m going to buy 50m CAT 6 cut what I need then fit RJ45 to each end thanks to you absolute legend people like you make the world go round 👍🏻

  • @TheRedskins2175
    @TheRedskins2175 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video sir, saved me from throwing away perfectly good cameras.

  • @Reelglad
    @Reelglad 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I loved your video! We accidentally cut our ethernet cable and it goes thru a concrete wall, so threading a new one thru is impossible with the plastic connector already on! I will be trying this method tomorrow and rewatching your helpful video whilst I do it, thanks again, wish me luck haha

  • @Iplaygoofy
    @Iplaygoofy ปีที่แล้ว

    I loved the sound effects!

  • @MrRight-uv9vb
    @MrRight-uv9vb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I like this guy tutorials 🔥🔥🔥

  • @aguasanta
    @aguasanta 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    New skill unlocked. Thank you

  • @gamevichannel
    @gamevichannel 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Well, the video was the best explanation ever, but this thing was the most difficult stuff I ever did in my life 😂...my fingers hurt so much. It was near to impossible to keep all the little cables straight and in the correct order. I got it working the second time. First time all was ok, but the speed was like 95Mbps...so ofc, maybe some cables didn't went all in. So I did it again, and this time the speeds are close to 1000Mbps. I don't want to do this ever again...😂
    But really, thank you, Kind Sir for the explanations and infos in this great video! Subscribed! ❤❤❤

    • @DrivewayDudes
      @DrivewayDudes  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you for your comment. We are happy that you found our video helpful

  • @yaza9281
    @yaza9281 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, easier then I though it would be, saved me re running a 50m cable

  • @thechiropractor3314
    @thechiropractor3314 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good video nice and easy to follow. I’m gonna try to replace the ripped wires the the old home owner left.

  • @FluxKitten
    @FluxKitten 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That was really simple thank you

  • @Kowtangpratet
    @Kowtangpratet 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well done, sir! I really enjoyed that and learned a new skill!

  • @VictorSanchez-mh2db
    @VictorSanchez-mh2db 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I learn something new and good today, Thanks a lot.

  • @earljmaui_boy2546
    @earljmaui_boy2546 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Aloha all y'all. . . and DD Paul...
    great job... easy to follow and straight to the point.
    I just purchased the very same tool in a kit (cable tester; bag of fifty connectors; wire stripping tool; ten rubber caps; the crimper tool; and a tiny instruction sheet in Chinese [ LOL ] ).
    I don't think I'll need a translation of the instructions since watching your video... I loved it...
    * * *
    Keep up the good work Driveway Dudes...
    * * *
    𝑩𝒐𝒓𝒏 𝒐𝒏 𝑽𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒚 𝑰𝒔𝒍𝒆,
    𝑯𝒐𝒎𝒆 𝒏𝒐𝒘, 𝑵𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒉 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒂;
    𝑨𝒍𝒐𝒉𝒂 𝒚'𝒂𝒍𝒍...
    * * *
    Until that time. . .

    • @DrivewayDudes
      @DrivewayDudes  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the compliments. We try to make tasks as easy and straightforward as possible so that anyone can attempt it

  • @aryanlivi3553
    @aryanlivi3553 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was extremely Helpful.Thankyou :)

  • @monticiski9566
    @monticiski9566 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for a clear, easy to understand video! I really enjoyed it.

  • @farhad1917
    @farhad1917 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic explanation

  • @rlphxl
    @rlphxl หลายเดือนก่อน

    i wish i had a dad like you

    • @DrivewayDudes
      @DrivewayDudes  หลายเดือนก่อน

      All Dads have a particular talent

  • @mikesnell5700
    @mikesnell5700 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative, thanks for your time.

  • @scarops
    @scarops 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tutorial. Very helpful. Thank you

  • @blancocd
    @blancocd 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the intro is so relaxing

  • @JSat_Act
    @JSat_Act 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi! Thank you so much. This is very useful. I'm a girl in my twenties learning to do this for the first time (dad died, so I've got to figure it out!) and I really appreciate the help. If I could ask just one question, how do you choose which crimping tool to buy? I looked online and there are so many ones I don't know which one to pick

    • @DrivewayDudes
      @DrivewayDudes  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for the nice comment. If it says it’s a crimp tool for RJ45 plugs/connectors then it would be the one you want. There are many different types and brands that can do things like cable stripping and other types of crimp connectors though can vary in price. Pick the one that you think is the correct one for your needs and comfortably within your price range

  • @deanbowyer343
    @deanbowyer343 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So awesome.. Cheers

  • @bernadettepesce7044
    @bernadettepesce7044 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the useful video. Love the accent!

  • @frankkloer6861
    @frankkloer6861 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I tried this once before and couldn't quite get the wires lined up. Your method makes this a cinch. Thanks.

    • @djabthrash
      @djabthrash ปีที่แล้ว

      It is the hardest part and a pita

  • @voicevy3210
    @voicevy3210 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    simple and effective

  • @VinlandSagaSnake
    @VinlandSagaSnake 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Saved my life 💞 thank you

    • @DrivewayDudes
      @DrivewayDudes  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you found the video useful.

  • @johnwinchester9654
    @johnwinchester9654 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Quick and easy to follow. Thanks

  • @Tanoaproductionsfiji
    @Tanoaproductionsfiji 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    thank you!! much appreciated.

  • @wellgoldman2590
    @wellgoldman2590 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing mate.

  • @EnabledShooter
    @EnabledShooter 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Other than the colors being in a different order, what is the difference between the T568A and T568B?

  • @leonardlee982
    @leonardlee982 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool...also, if the locking tab is the only thing that is broken, you can get an rjclip to fix the connector without crimping.

  • @17thstreetsurfer
    @17thstreetsurfer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you! Great video :)

  • @geraldroca800
    @geraldroca800 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    thank you!

  • @rjlewis9999
    @rjlewis9999 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you need to worry about stripping any insulation off of the wires themselves before putting them into the replacement connector?

    • @DrivewayDudes
      @DrivewayDudes  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      If after fitting and crimping the stripped wires into the plug and it works then all is good

    • @rjlewis9999
      @rjlewis9999 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DrivewayDudes Does the video say you have to remove insulation from the wires themselves? I tried fixing an old Kenwood ham radio mike that has an RJ-45 connector and it still doesn’t work. Didn’t see anything in this video about removing insulation from the wires themselves.

    • @DrivewayDudes
      @DrivewayDudes  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rjlewis9999 Each individual wire does not need to be stripped.
      If you did and crimped them into the connector and it works then good

  • @truenation7388
    @truenation7388 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Made that look soo easy, thank you

  • @deikshant1
    @deikshant1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Does a loose connector affect the internet speeds? I want to try this but just want to be sure.. thank you!

  • @ronnie1971ful
    @ronnie1971ful 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool and easy to follow

  • @barumillerova9408
    @barumillerova9408 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, I didn't know how to do that so this was actually really helpful ❤️

  • @salmurgolo1478
    @salmurgolo1478 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you sir! This worked

  • @cayrick
    @cayrick 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am in total confusion when it comes to ethernet cables. I bought a Lorex video cam system and it comes with 100ft of cable with terminals on the end identified as RJ45 cable (PoE) for each camera. Now I am challenged with cutting cable ends to shorten them and feed them into the house from outside. I bought the crimping tool and am freaking out at the possibility of screwing up this last part. I think your video gave me a little confidence but left me less confused. I want to then buy short extension pre-fabbed cables (AMZN) to connect from ethernet wall box cover plates (4 ethernet connectors per wall plate) for a total of 8. I am stymied whether these extensions will be wired correctly for my NVR, or is it better to just fab some on my own? The manufacturer sells them in sets of 5 which would work nicely for me but they do not identify the wiring standard they have used. At least now I know that I need to find this info and I thank you for this insight.

  • @Robbie_Haruna
    @Robbie_Haruna หลายเดือนก่อน

    How come the wires were twisted together when you cut the old end off? Does that have an impact on the speeds or is it just to look nice.

    • @DrivewayDudes
      @DrivewayDudes  หลายเดือนก่อน

      These cables come in twisted pairs and are colour coded to enable ease of identification

  • @starxx0
    @starxx0 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks dude simple easy gg

  • @doonk6004
    @doonk6004 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This should be perfect for decapitating my ethernet cable in order to pull it back through the floor and repair it to move the router down stairs. Thanks for the video!

  • @Avtar218
    @Avtar218 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks a lot Sir.

  • @mdkapil3560
    @mdkapil3560 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow ,it works ,thanks

  • @ERPTZ
    @ERPTZ 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks worked out great

  • @luckylokesh
    @luckylokesh 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice video

  • @Phyoomz
    @Phyoomz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this guy. That said, I need to just buy a new cable. lol

  • @ArtClark-ub7ce
    @ArtClark-ub7ce 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Go raibh maith agat!!

  • @JeremyCook
    @JeremyCook 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pretty neat. So no stripping required? Does the connector have some sort of sharp edge/point internally that pierces the insulation?

    • @DrivewayDudes
      @DrivewayDudes  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. Only the outer sleeve. Yes.

  • @seekingthemiddleway4048
    @seekingthemiddleway4048 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Surprising how easily those wires slide into the plastic plug. I was expecting a struggle.

  • @kursonan1928
    @kursonan1928 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i love youuuuuuuuuuuuuuu thank you so much

  • @matsumimoonflower9
    @matsumimoonflower9 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    how do you know which configuration of wire patterns to use?

    • @DrivewayDudes
      @DrivewayDudes  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Before removing the wiring from the broken connector it would be best to take note of the placement of the colours by taking a pic and or writing down the configuration. Hope this helps

  • @kenmcf
    @kenmcf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a 25ft with the tab issue..i was going to just buy another, but I will try to just fix the connector. A useful skill to learn anyway for the future. Its so great you do not have to strip the ends of each little wire..that would be a btch. Is there a recommended brand of connectors?

  • @ColdxNorth
    @ColdxNorth 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You're a lifesaver. But crimping tools are horrifyingly expensive in my country, is there any alternatives?

    • @derekredekop5630
      @derekredekop5630 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No

    • @ColdxNorth
      @ColdxNorth 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@derekredekop5630 I figured it out but thanks~!:)

    • @yoDominican-
      @yoDominican- 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ColdxNorth how did you do it without it?

    • @ColdxNorth
      @ColdxNorth 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@yoDominican- Flat head screwdriver. That in the right size and a hammer.

  • @ayman5014
    @ayman5014 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    saved my life waw

  • @Helli4458
    @Helli4458 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Me using this video 5 years later for a connector on my cat 7 cable that the clip broke and won't maintain connection on my pc.

  • @Joskapistanyaad
    @Joskapistanyaad 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I hoped that you would show a way to get the plug off without cutting the cable.

    • @DrivewayDudes
      @DrivewayDudes  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      When the pins are compressed they penetrate the insulated wires. The plug cable retaining/locking tab is not designed to be reopened.
      Attempting to remove the pins and the locking tab would be labour intensive and there's no guarantee the wiring would line up exactly with the replacement plug pins nor make full contact

  • @laOrzy
    @laOrzy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Having trouble as the connector won’t stick into the wires the plastic head keeps falling off

    • @djabthrash
      @djabthrash ปีที่แล้ว

      You did the crimping wrong imo

  • @ayahoo16
    @ayahoo16 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks man

  • @zubzero1513
    @zubzero1513 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome

  • @evertongregg1727
    @evertongregg1727 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What if you don't have a crimping tool though?

    • @DrivewayDudes
      @DrivewayDudes  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You can push the tab in with a small blade screwdriver

    • @evertongregg1727
      @evertongregg1727 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ok thank you so much

  • @nermainmerl6108
    @nermainmerl6108 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video, somehow mine doesn't work now lol

  • @naehalmulazim
    @naehalmulazim 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Even the phone linemen in my area don't have a crimping tool to their name, talk about useless.

  • @TheMelorino
    @TheMelorino 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    why didnt you strip the wires?

    • @jwickert3
      @jwickert3 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I wondered if you have to strip each individual wire. I guess not.

    • @ceejay3k
      @ceejay3k 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@jwickert3 When you crimp the connector, it cuts into each individual wire so there's no need to strip them individually.

    • @sbrw4316
      @sbrw4316 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Why did he cut the wires

  • @aalish
    @aalish 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    lob u

  • @gilberttorres924
    @gilberttorres924 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    He never once checked the end of the connector to see the conductors, color code & copper were aligned correctly. What a lousy teacher.

    • @DrivewayDudes
      @DrivewayDudes  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Test carried out off camera. There would be no point making a how to if it didn't work