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What is the maximum supported length of a Cat 5 Ethernet cable before signal loss occurs?

200 meters or 656 feet
500 meters or 1640 feet
100 meters or 328 feet
1000 meters or 3280 feet

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The maximum supported length of a Cat 5 cable for Ethernet networks is 100 meters (328 feet). Running Ethernet over this length can cause signal loss or degradation, which can significantly impact network performance. This standard is set to ensure network reliability and consistency.

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