[COLUG] Testing Cat5e

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William Yang wrote:

> Set up an unused network definition for your network.  For this example, 
> I'm using 10.1.1.0/30.
> 
> 1.  Set up the box you want to set up as 10.1.1.1/30.
> 2.  Set up a laptop at 10.1.1.2/30.
> 3.  Make sure 10.1.1.1 will respond to ICMP echo requests.
> 4.  Start a constant ping of 10.1.1.1 from the *laptop*.
> 5.  Check individual patch ports/cables on the laptop.  Give 5-10 seconds
>      per cable end.

How is this simpler than looking for link lights or using the "toner"? 

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