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Staples CAT5e Inline Coupler

Staples CAT5e Inline Coupler: 4.5 stars; ( 46 reviews)

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Item: 837558
Model: 18779

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Cat5
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Staples CAT5e Inline Coupler

4.5

(based on 46 reviews)

96%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Strong connection points (29)
Durable construction (28)
Highly compatible (28)
Reliable (28)
Improves performance (8)

Cons

Best Uses

Networking (24)
Computer equipment (22)
High-end equipment (6)
Anywhere (4)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Quality oriented (26), Budget shopper (16)
- Primary use:
- Personal (25), Business (18)
- Computer Platform:
- PC (20), Other (4)

Most Liked Positive Review

Connects two ethernet cables together

I had an immediate need to get a longer network cable than I had available, but I did have two shorter cables that would have sufficed, if I had a coupler. Luckily this was...Read complete review

I had an immediate need to get a longer network cable than I had available, but I did have two shorter cables that would have sufficed, if I had a coupler. Luckily this was available, and it seems to work well. I just wish it was rated CAT 6 instead of CAT 5e, although the CAT 6 cables I have connected into it don't seem to mind, and my network seems to still be gigabit speed.

Most Liked Negative Review

Extremely overpriced

This is the most expensive inline cat5 coupler you can buy. Considering that it's littler more than a tiny plastic box with a few connection wires in it, I can't believe they have the nerve to charge [$]. A quick look around the internet will turn these up for half or 1/5th of the price, but like any cables or similar accessories you buy at big box stores, you get ripped off for stuff like this so they can sell big ticket items cheaper. [...]

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3/20/2012

5.0

IT WORKS

By iq188

from The BRONX

About Me Value Oriented

Pros

Highly Compatible
Reliable
Strong Connection Points

Cons

No Performance Gain

Best Uses

Computer Equipment

Comments about Staples CAT5e Inline Coupler:

the unit worked without loss of signal

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3/13/2012

5.0

[@] sells item [$] vs Staples [$]

By Stan likes Staples

from Sacramento, CA

About Me Value Oriented

Pros

Durable construction
Highly Compatible
Reliable
Strong Connection Points

Cons

Best Uses

Networking

Comments about Staples CAT5e Inline Coupler:

Check your price with your competition. You don't compare on this item. General office product pricing is a different matter. You are excellent quality and value.

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3/6/2012

4.0

a little pricie but worked out great

By oo

from Michigan

About Me Quality Oriented

Pros

Durable construction
Highly Compatible
Improves Performance
Reliable
Strong Connection Points

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Staples CAT5e Inline Coupler:

I needed another 6 feet and the cable I ran was 25 foot, just need that 6 feet more so this worked out great

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3/6/2012

4.0

really great product

By nupchucke

from FT Dix NJ

About Me Quality Oriented

Pros

Highly Compatible
Reliable

Cons

Best Uses

Computer Equipment
Networking

Comments about Staples CAT5e Inline Coupler:

good product for quick fix

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1/11/2012

5.0

Just what I needed; Closeout Priced!

By Crcbonjour66

from Brooklyn, NYC

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Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Staples CAT5e Inline Coupler:

It works!

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1/10/2012

3.0

Over priced

By Jmm0254

from Woodridge, IL

Comments about Staples CAT5e Inline Coupler:

A [$] part for [$]. But needed it right then.

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Q:
Can this coupler be used to connect two CAT6 cables together?
Asked on 3/30/2012 by Anonymous
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- A:
  The Staples CAT5e Inline Coupler is only used to connect two RJ45 cables together.
  Answered on 4/3/2012 by Community Answer from None
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  A:
  No, the above is for straight type coupler for connecting two CAT 5e cables together. Staples item IM1H56117 CAT6 straight through coupler would connect your CAT6 cables together. If you would like to place an order, please call us at 800-333-3330.
  Answered on 4/2/2012 by Christina.M from Staples
Q:
Can I use this to connect two ethernet cables? I am thinking yes but I am not sure that ethernet and cat5e are the same thing.
Asked on 2/24/2011 by Heidi from Concord, ma
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  A:
  Yes, you can use this adapter to couple two Cat 5e or other RJ-45 Ethernet cables together. Also yes, the Ethernet and cat5e is the same thing.
  Answered on 2/28/2011 by Christina M from Staples
Q:
Can this coupler be mounted in a wall plate like the Belkin R6D011? Thanks
Asked on 12/29/2010 by Anonymous
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  A:
  Yes, it can. If you need additional assistance or would like to place an order, please feel free to call us at 1-800-333-3330.
  Answered on 12/30/2010 by Matt H. from Staples
Q:
I am looking for something to connect cat5 cables together...making my own "extension cord" of cable to use the various lenghths of cable I already have. Would this do it? I only see one end of the device in this picture. It would need to have the same end (as is visible) on both ends. Does it?
Asked on 10/13/2010 by Ann from Amherst, MA
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  A:
  This does have the same connection on both ends, and can serve as an extension cable for a cat5 network cable!
  Answered on 12/27/2010 by Steve S. from Staples