Why is a network cable called a jumper?

Many friends can't tell the difference between the network patch cord and the network cable. Today, Xiao Kai will explain to you:

The difference between jumper and network cable is:

1.Different definitions

Patch cords are used on network devices. In fact, they are network cables, customized length network cables used to connect routers, switches, and other devices. According to the purpose. The jumpers are made of different materials with different thicknesses.

Network cable is essential for connecting LAN. The common network cables in LAN mainly include twisted pair, coaxial cable and optical cable. Twisted pair is a data transmission line composed of many pairs of wires. It is characterized by low price, so it is widely used, such as our common super class 5 network cable, class 6 network cable, super class 6 network cable, class 7 network cable, class 8 network cable, etc. It is used to connect with RJ45 crystal head. It also has three types: SFTP, STP and UTP. We usually use UTP unshielded network cable. In addition, there are super six categories of double shielded network cables. Depending on the use, the shielded network cable can resist interference

2. Different functions

Jumpers are mostly used for voltage transmission at the same potential and for short circuiting and connecting two conductors. For those with precise voltage requirements, the voltage drop caused by a little metal jumper will also have a great impact on the product performance.

The network cable is used for data transmission, connecting the LAN and transmitting information within the network.

3. Different materials used

The jumper is made of copper connecting wire, which is made of standard jumper cable and connecting hardware. The jumper cable has two to eight copper cores, and the connecting hardware is two 6-bit or 8-bit module plugs, or they have one or more bare wire ends. Some jumpers have a module plug at one end and an 8-bit module slot at the other end, or 100p wiring plugs, mics, or module slots.

In addition, if you want to connect your computer to the network port on the wall, just buy RJ-45 standard network cable.

The so-called five categories, super five categories, six categories and seven categories only refer to the standard quality of the line. You buy RJ-45 network cable, and then buy it according to the length you need.