RJ-45 Cat 5 Crossover Coupler – Female to Female Adapter - White

Effortless Networking with an RJ-45 Cat 5 Crossover Adapter

The RJ-45 Cat 5 Crossover Female to Female Coupler is designed for easy and reliable-network connections at home or in the office. This Ethernet crossover coupler instantly turns two standard CAT-5e or CAT-6 cables into a crossover cable, letting you connect two computers or network devices directly—no network switch or hub required.

Key Features of the Cat 5 Crossover Coupler

• Type: RJ-45 female to female crossover adapter
• Color: White
• Compatible Cables: CAT-5, CAT-5e, CAT-6 Ethernet cables
• Pinout: Wired for 568A to 568B crossover (swaps pairs 1 & 2: white/orange, orange, white/blue, blue)
• Use Case: Ideal for DIRECT device-to-device (network/LAN/VOIP) connections
• Simple to Use: Just plug in and connect—no configuration required
• Build: Sturdy molded ABS shell (Note: Does not come in black)
• Package Includes: 1 x RJ-45 Cat 5 crossover female to female adapter (VUPN6868)

When to Use a Network Crossover Coupler

Perfect for networking two computers for file sharing or LAN gaming, setting up direct communications between network devices, or connecting VoIP equipment without extra hardware. This Cat 5 crossover adapter is an essential tool for quick setups and troubleshooting in both home and small office environments.

Technical Details

• Crossover wiring: 8P8C, TIA/EIA-568A to 568B
• Data speeds supported: Up to 1000Mbps (Gigabit Ethernet, cable dependent)
• Compatible with: RJ-45 plugs and jacks
• For use with: Ethernet networking (not for analog or digital telephone systems)

Why Choose a Cat 5/Ethernet Crossover Adapter?

Standard Ethernet couplers simply extend cables, but a crossover adapter like this one makes direct device-to-device communication possible, saving you time and extra equipment. It’s a must-have for anyone setting up or troubleshooting their own network!