How to Convert Coax to Cat 5

by Bryan Roberts

Coaxial cable is used to transfer data from cable companies to coaxial ports in your home. The coaxial signal can be converted to a Category 5 cable signal for connection to modems and other networking equipment. In order to convert the signal, you need only the proper equipment.

1

Connect one end of your CAT5 cable to the CAT5 (squarish) port on the converter.

2

Connect the other end of the CAT5 cable to the CAT5 input port on your device.

3

Connect the coaxial end of your converter to your coaxial device.

4

Turn your modem on. The modem will indicate that it is receiving a signal.

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About the Author

Bryan Roberts began his love affair with comedy in 2003 as a writer and performer for Austin's No Shame Theatre. Since then, he has appeared with several different sketch groups (Hoover's Blanket, Ghetto Sketch Warlock). His most recent achievements are the award-winning improv show Guilds Of Steel, which he created and co-directed, and his position of writer/actor in the Coldtowne Theater Mainstage Sketch Show.