Re: CAT-5 cable stuck in ethernet port - can't remove

On 26 Apr 2006 02:43:13 -0700, patiwatp@xxxxxxxxx wrote:

Pressing down on the clip of the RJ45 connector results in a very
quiet snapping sound (as usual), but the cable is still stuck hard in
place.


Networking was working? --> you didn't jam connector into wrong hole?

I've tried multiple angles, nudging it in deeper and then trying to
remove it, pressing down both soft and hard on the clip, but the cable
is still stuck in the port. This problem is pretty frustrating - in
years of using networking gear I've never seen a cable stuck like this
before. Any tips to removing that cable - without damaging the
Ethernet port - would be greatfully welcomed.

A very small (jeweller's) screwdriver to apply pressure on the
tongue of the retaining clip? Perhaps warm up the plastic with
a hairdryer first to reduce brittleness, risk of snapping the
small plastic bits.

Bright light and magnifier to try see what's catching.

And much patience ;)

Grant.
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