Fast Ethernet -> Gigabit Ethernet

1. Identify the Problem	2. Develop a Theory	3. Test the Theory
4. Plan of Action	5. Implement the Solution	6. Verify System Functionality
	7. Document the Issue

I wanted to hard wire all of my devices on my Local Area Network using Ethernet. I noticed one of my connections was much slower than expected and wanted to fix it. This write up goes over the 7 steps that a network administrator should use to troubleshoot network issues.

Terms	Definition
Fast Ethernet	100 Megabits per second
Gigabit Ethernet	1000 Megabits per second
Half Duplex	Transmit data in one direction at a time
Full Duplex	Transmit data in two directions at the same time
ISP	Internet Service Provider
VPN	Virtual Private Network
WAN	Wide Area Network
LAN	Local Area Network

1. Identify the Problem

• TP-Link 5 Port Gigabit Switch identifies port as 100 Mbps Full duplex

• fast.com test shows 92 Mbps

2. Develop a Theory

• Cat5e cable is damaged or misconfigured

3. Test the Theory

• Use another wire and connection

4. Plan of Action

• Fix Cat5e Ethernet with a Network Tool Kit

• Update Male Cat5e Ethernet Jack

• Update Female Ethernet Keystone Jack

5. Implement the Solution

Update Cat5e Ethernet Jack

• Use crimping tool

• Cut Male Cat5e Ethernet jack

• Expose Wires

• Inspect wiring arrangement

• Use wire stripping knife

• Cut covering

• Remove covering

• Separate wire pairing

• Insert wires into RJ45

• Tighten wires with crimping tool RJ45 slot

Update Ethernet Keystone Jack

• Use Punchdown tool

• Push down into Female Ethernet Keystone Jack and trim exposed wires

• Use B layout

• Use B layout

• Install on wall plate

6. Verify System Functionality

• TP-Link 5 Port Gigabit Switch identifies port as 1000 Mbps Full duplex

• fast.com test shows 220 Mbps
• In theory, I should get higher speed if I purchase more bandwidth from my ISP

7. Document the Issue

This write up is the documentation and is intended for sharing on the public internet