[Review&QnA] TRENDnet 16-Port Cat5/5e Unshielded Patch Panel, TC-P16C5E, Wallmount or Rackmount, 1U 19", 100Mhz Connection, Ethernet/Fast Ethernet/Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T), Cat3/Cat4/Cat5 Compatible
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[Review&QnA] TRENDnet 16-Port Cat5/5e Unshielded Patch Panel, TC-P16C5E, Wallmount or Rackmount, 1U 19", 100Mhz Connection, Ethernet/Fast Ethernet/Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T), Cat3/Cat4/Cat5 Compatible
About this item
- Rack mount 16-port Gigabit ready panel
- Cat5e patch panels deliver a steady 100Mhz connection to copper Gigabit switches
- Ideal solution for Ethernet, Fast Ethernet and Gigabit applications
- CAT 5e grade 110 style connectors with color-coded labeling for T568A and 568B wiring schemes
- Use with TRENDnet TC-PDT Punch Down Tool
- Use with TRENDnet TC-CT68 RJ-11/RJ-45 crimp/cut/strip tool
- CAT 5e grade Krone connectors with color-coded labeling for T568A and 568B wiring schemes.
- 1000Base-T Gigabit Copper Ethernet ready.
- Backward compatible with CAT 3, 4 and 5 cabling.
- Meets EIA/TIA 568A and ISO/IEC 11801.
Reviews
★★★★★
Size: 8 Port Cat 5e | Verified Purchase
Works Great
I purchased this patch panel as part of a set up for adding better connectivity to the far side of my house. I ran a Cat6 cable from my main router/switch to my entertainment room and set up this patch panel to accommodate that cable run and all the runs I needed for my Ring POE security cameras. I matched this patch panel with a very nice NetGear POE switch for the camera connections as well as a hardwired computer for multi media projection and a another WiFi router for stronger bandwidth for all my wireless devices. I could not be happier as I am getting a solid 250-300MBS on my wired devices. This patch panel made all the connections easy and I didn't have to strain my eyes trying to crimp RJ45 connectors at the end of my runs.
★★★★★
Size: 8 Port Cat 5e | Verified Purchase
Bought without hesitation again!
Had to purchase a 2nd one, original panel didn't withstand a lightning strike to house, lost 1 port on panel, a router, Sony Bravia TV and several other electrical items in house. NOT THE FAULT OF THE PANEL, that's why I purchased a replacement without hesitation.
★★★★★
Size: 8 Port Cat 5e | Verified Purchase
Excellent, nonstandard use
Pulled the mini patch panel from the metal housing and installed in the face of a custom 1U SBC enclosure.
★★★★★
Size: 16 Port Cat 5e | Verified Purchase
Meets all requirements for a functional 16 port RJ45 panel
Had 16 ports. Some ports didn't work because of my personal mistake. Ports worked when I fixed the mistake. Data transfers when I ran the wires properly. Works fine when installed and wires are properly set. Cannot perform miracles when installed wrong. Product works fine.
★★★★★
Size: 16 Port Cat 5e | Verified Purchase
Great! Easy for a first time installer.
Installation was a breeze. Wiring diagrams made it nice and easy to install the cables. If I was to nit-pick anything, it would be that on some of the more inside ports the diagrams don't line up perfectly making me have to do a double take to which wire goes where, but hardly anything to make this little guy loose any stars.
★★★★★
Size: 8 Port Cat 5e | Verified Purchase
Great in the attic
Use this in the attic for the cat 5 lines in my house.
★★★★★
Size: 16 Port Cat 5e | Verified Purchase
Works as it should
Great patch block.
★★★★★
Size: 12 Port Cat 5e | Verified Purchase
Works
Works
★★★★★
Size: 12 Port Cat 5e | Verified Purchase
Great and easy
Great quality and easy to install
★★★★★
Size: 16 Port Cat 5e | Verified Purchase
Worked great in my home network
This is a very affordable 16 port patch panel! Worked great in my home network.
Question & Answer
Question :
Will this accept both stranded and solid cable?
Answer :
Hi Ben!
Thanks for your interest in TRENDnet! Please note solid is recommended.
Hope this helps! If you have any more questions, you can always respond directly to this thread and someone will be happy to try and help answer any additional questions you may have!
Have a great day!
Adrian
TRENDnet CS
Question :
If you get a Cat 5 model, can you still plug cat6 cables into it?
Answer :
All lan cables from cat3 to cat10 all use RJ-45 connectors. This means you can physically plug any cable into the panel, and your speed will be limited by the slowest component.
Question :
Would you be able to unscrew the actual patch units from the rack mount frame?
Answer :
Probably. I think it is a block of 6 from memory, but why bother? If you want smaller units just buy individual keystones & mount theminto your project that way.
Question :
does this come with a wall mount? It's mentioned but not shown in the photos
Answer :
Mine did not come with a wall mount. I had to find a wall mount. I don't remember where, but probably on Amazon 3 1/2 years ago.
Question :
what type of punchdown tool does this require? 110 or krone?
Answer :
110
Question :
Does the 8 port cat 5 version include a wall mount? Can you screw this into a wall straight out of the package?
Answer :
It does NOT include a wall bracket, the provided holes can be wall mounted with 3" wall mount screws and spacers but its a lot easier getting the wall mount bracket
Question :
I need to mount this to a wall. What wall bracket do I use? The unit says its 10" wide
Answer :
Hi!
Thanks for your interest in TRENDnet!
You will need to fabricate your own mounting system.
Hope this helps! If you have any more questions, you can always respond directly to this thread and someone will be happy to try and help answer any additional questions you may have!
Have a great day!
Adrian
TRENDnet
Question :
I have used levitron snap-in jacks and have their cheap punch-down tools. will the levitron tool work on the trendnet jacks?
Answer :
Yes.
Question :
Can you mount this directly into sheetrock? or does it need to get installed into a rack or wall mount?
Answer :
It belongs on a rack. Its 19 inches wide. If you put in sheetrock the stud will be in the way if they are 16 inches apart. Its up to you how u want to do it
Question :
Is there a bracket available to use this for a surface mount?
Answer :
No. I used 2 cut 2x4 to make mount blocks. If there is a hole and cable access behind it, then yes you can surface/flush mount
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