Lmst

To answer my own question after researching most of today:

We are just going to use the CAT6 terminations/ends - the custom CAT 7 terminations by the company consortium is overpriced BS (IMHO)

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Question: Now that I have the #CAT7 & #CAT6 ran in the house, do I splurge for the CAT 7 termination/ends, keystones, panel, etc. or do I just use the CAT 6 that I have on hand/procured?

I ran both to the drops, now to terminate - wall plates & patch panel. procured shielded CAT 6, started shopping for CAT 7 and the sticker shock for someone who is unemployed.... :skull_mindblown:

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🔍 Choosing the Right Fiber Patch Cable: A Quick Guide

Not all fiber cables are created equal—and the wrong choice could mean signal loss, mismatched connectors, or unnecessary costs.

In our latest blog, we walk you through how to choose the right fiber patch cables for your network, based on:
🔹 Single-mode vs. multimode: what’s the difference?
🔹 Connector types (LC, SC, MPO, etc.)
🔹 Fiber grades (OM3, OM4, OS2)
🔹 Length, jacket rating, and application fit

Make sure your cabling matches your performance needs—especially in high-density or high-speed environments.

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